World Prematurity Day

World Prematurity Day
Official name World Prematurity Day
Also called WPD
Observed by worldwide
Date November 17
Next time 17 November 2017 (2017-11-17)
Frequency annual
First time 2011

World Prematurity Day is observed on 17 November each year to raise awareness of preterm birth and the concerns of preterm babies and their families worldwide.[1] Approximately 15 million babies are born preterm each year, accounting for about one in 10 of all babies born worldwide.[2]

History

The first international awareness day for preterm birth on 17 November was created by European parent organizations in 2008. It has been celebrated as World Prematurity Day since 2011.[3]

Parent groups, families, health professionals, politicians, hospitals, organisations and other stakeholders involved in preterm birth observe this day with media campaigns, local events and other activities conducted on local, regional, national or international level to raise awareness among the public. In 2013, WPD was celebrated in over 60 countries.[4]

See also

References

  1. ↑ "World Prematurity Day". WHO/PMNCH. Retrieved 29 January 2014.
  2. ↑ Born Too Soon: The Global Action Report on Preterm Birth. World Health Organization.
  3. ↑ "World Prematurity Day". EFCNI. Retrieved 29 January 2014.
  4. ↑ "World Prematurity Day". EFCNI. Retrieved 29 January 2014.
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