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The motivation behind Vayu’s work is deeply personal. The article's author shares their own experience being born prematurely at 12 weeks and needing emergency respiratory support. Although fortunate to receive top-tier care in the U.S., costing hundreds of dollars per day, such treatment remains out of reach for many in developing nations. This disparity fueled Dr. Burke’s and his team’s dedication to making life-saving equipment more accessible worldwide.