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What is NEC?
A leading cause of infant mortality, NEC (necrotizing enterocolitis) is an intestinal disease that affects thousands of babies every year, primarily babies born prematurely or with a medical complication. Hundreds of babies annually die from this complex intestinal condition, an inflammatory process that can lead to tissue damage and tissue death. Many babies who survive NEC suffer from lifelong neurological and nutritional complications. Researchers are still trying to determine the causes, timing and progression of NEC, and which neonates are most at risk.
What is the ?
Established in 2014, the is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to building a world without necrotizing enterocolitis through research, advocacy and education. The is multidisciplinary and collaborative, bringing together patient families, healthcare providers, clinicians, researchers and other stakeholders to better understand, prevent and treat this devastating neonatal intestinal disease.
What does human milk have to do with NEC?
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends human milk over formula for babies to reduce the incidence of NEC. This is at the heart of why Trulacta supports the : because we fervently believe in the benefits of human milk, for babies and adults.
Why does Adventa donate to the ?
Adventa Bioscience believes in the mission of the and launched its Tru to Life program to support the organization, raise awareness about this deadly disease and help fund the search for a cure.