Neonatal Sepsis

Neonatal sepsis is an infection by any bacteria in an infant during the first 7 days of life.

• About Neonatal Sepsis
  Neonatal sepsis facts, including common causes, transmission, and complications.
• Health Care Provider Information on Neonatal Sepsis
  Required reporting information and clinical case definition.
• Neonatal Sepsis Project 
  Background and objectives for Minnesota's Neonatal Sepsis Project.
• Neonatal Sepsis Statistics
  Statistics for neonatal sepsis in Minnesota.
• Neonatal Sepsis Print Materials
  Neonatal sepsis poster and report form. 

If you have any questions concerning neonatal sepsis reporting, please call MDH at 651-201-5414.