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B.C.-developed robot simulates moms to reduce premature babies’ pain

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English - March 22, 2019 18:37 - 7 minutes - ★★★★★ - 1 rating
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Specialized hospital units that deal with the sickest newborn babies could soon have a new tool in their toolbox.

A group of British Columbia researchers has developed a new robot that could help soothe and comfort premature babies at BC Women’s Hospital.

Guest: Dr Liisa Holsti

Canada research chair in neonatal health and development and an occupational therapist with BC Women’s Hospital

Specialized hospital units that deal with the sickest newborn babies could soon have a new tool in their toolbox.


A group of British Columbia researchers has developed a new robot that could help soothe and comfort premature babies at BC Women’s Hospital.


Guest: Dr Liisa Holsti


Canada research chair in neonatal health and development and an occupational therapist with BC Women’s Hospital