Do Caretakers of Sick Young Infants with Possible Serious Bacterial Infection Adhere to Referrals from Health Posts to Health Centers

Introduction: A well-functioning, responsive referral system relies on patient compliance in order to address newborn health problems that cannot be managed by lower level health facilities. Given that early identification and management of young infants with possible serious bacterial infection is fundamental to community-based newborn care. Objective:Thispaper presents the findings of an assessment ofadherence to referral. Methods:Usinga...