Пути снижения младенческой смертности в крупной агропромышленной области Северо-Запада России на основе программно-целевого подхода (по материалам Вологодской области)

The authors analyze infant mortality situation in a large agroindustrial region to the north west of Russia. Basing on a programmed goal oriented approach and the example of Vologda region, the authors suggest ways to reduce the sickness rate, perinatal, early neonatal and infant mortality, as well as the methods to improve medical aid to early children. Key words: infant mortality, maternity and infant health protection, sickness rate, organization of health services.