Improving our knowledge of birth defects Most pregnancies result in the birth of a healthy infant. Birth defects, however, remain the leading cause of infant mortality for all races combined, are the fifth leading cause of years of potential life lost, account for 25 to 30 per cent of paediatric admissions, and contribute substantially to childhood morbidity and long-term disability.
Burns are a significant cause of severe injury and death for young children.
Scald burns, caused by contact with hot liquid, are a common cause of burns. Approximately 10 per cent of all scalds are the result of hot tap water. The Hospital for Sick Children Journal is published quarterly. Produced in collaboration with The Hospital for Sick Children Foundation. The Hospital for Sick Children.