Penn Medicine Introduces High-Tech Beanie To Comfort Infants in Noisy NICUs
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Contributed by: Kate Gamble
Summary
Penn Medicine has introduced the Sonura Beanie, a high-tech cap designed to reduce harmful noise levels in neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) for premature infants. Engineered to replicate womb sounds while filtering out disruptive frequencies, the beanie aims to decrease stress levels and improve health outcomes for vulnerable newborns. Additionally, it allows parents to record and play comforting messages for their infants, fostering emotional connection despite physical separation. The ongoing research will evaluate the beanie's impact on key health indicators, potentially setting a new standard in the use of technology to enhance infant care in hospitals.
