CHOP Global Health Center performs first rigorous study of CP outcomes in Africa

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Cerebral palsy (CP) is the most common cause of childhood disability in the world, affecting between 1 and 2 infants per thousand. But the neurological condition tends to be understudied, especially in developing countries.
SOURCE: News-Medical.Net Child Health News Feed – Read entire story here.

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