The assessment of preventive measures in infants admitted with acute diarrhoeal disease to Pelonomi Tertiary Hospital in Bloemfontein, South Africa

Acute diarrhoeal disease in infancy remains an important contributor to morbidity and mortality within this setting. This study suggests the implementation of preventive measures such as exclusive breastfeeding, appropriate complementary feeds, immunisations and early identification of undernourished infants to reduce infant mortality.