Underprescription: Study Reveals Shocking Misconceptions Behind Lack of Life-Saving Diarrhea Treatment
PATNA, INDIA – According to a recent analysis, many children are not receiving a cheap and effective treatment for potentially fatal diarrheal disease, potentially due to misconceptions among healthcare providers. Diarrhea is a major cause of death among children under 5 globally, with about 9 percent of all deaths of young children worldwide occurring due to diarrheal disease. Oral rehydration salts (ORS), a solution of glucose and electrolytes, is the front-line treatment for diarrhea in …