Indian pediatrics
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Neonatal survival has emerged as the key to further reduction in child mortality. Distribution of neonatal deaths in first week of life in the community is poorly understood. ⋯ Of all neonatal deaths, 39.3% occurred on first day of life, and 56.8 % during the first three days. The study highlights importance of first three days as the most hazardous phase in life and provides evidence base for postnatal care guidelines.