Student Innovates Affordable, Solar-Powered Sling for Infant Jaundice Treatment

A medical student at the University of Michigan has created an innovative, non-electric infant sling called the 'BiliRoo' to treat newborn jaundice. This wearable device utilizes a special filter to harness therapeutic blue light from sunlight while protecting infants from harmful UV radiation. It offers a promising, low-cost solution for a condition that impacts millions of newborns globally, particularly in areas with limited access to medical equipment.