Baby born to Essequibo teen mother who succumbed to dengue released from hospital

The newborn son of 19-year-old Lanita Jacobs who tragically passed away from dengue fever shortly after giving birth, has been discharged from Suddie Public Hospital free of infection.
Born prematurely at 35 weeks and weighing just 2050 grams, Liam Jacobs faced a tough start to life. After his birth via C-section, he spent a critical 23 days in the hospital’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), where he battled several severe complications.

Despite the challenges, including a positive dengue test and other health issues, Liam’s condition improved thanks to the dedicated efforts of the NICU team.
However, on Saturday, he was finally discharged and placed in the arms of his father, Kevin Brummel.
Liam’s recovery, in the face of his mother’s tragic death, highlights the exceptional care provided by the medical professionals at Suddie Public Hospital.
The success of his treatment underscores the commitment and skill of the NICU staff in providing life-saving care under the most challenging circumstances.