GSK mouthwash turns infant life-saver
An antiseptic gel developed from mouthwash has been used to help to protect Kenyan babies from life threatening infections. Scientists at GlaxoSmithKline created the product from the chlorhexidine solution which is found in Corsodyl. It is rubbed into newly cut umbilical cords and kills bacteria. Infection is a major cause of newborn mortality, which can…