That’s a wrap on our #WPD24Chat! 💬 Thank you for your amazing contributions. As we gear up for #WorldPrematurityDay2024 on 17 Nov, don’t forget to check out our social media toolkit for more ways to get involved! 💜 Let’s keep raising awareness together: https://t.co/scg1URA5O6
@EFCNIwecare A3: Supporting #NICU teams is vital! We can recognise their work by advocating for better resources, ongoing training, and mental health support. In addition to appropriate pay, employers can create a culture of appreciation to foster a positive working environment. #WPD24Chat
Q5: #WorldPrematurityDay2024 on 17 Nov is fast approaching! How do you plan to get involved or raise awareness in your community this year? Whether it's through events, social media, or personal initiatives, we’d love to hear your plans! #WPD24Chat
A 4:1 We need to provide resources that enable families to stay close to their hospitalized infants, support for care of siblings, and financial assistance for those far from home and low-income families. #WorldPrematurityDay2024#WPD24Chat
@EFCNIwecare A4:1 Parents of preemies face fear, uncertainty, and isolation 💔. We must offer emotional support, parental leave, and resources so they can be present and involved. Families need strength, love, and guidance to help their babies thrive! 👶💜 #WPD24Chat#WorldPrematurityDay2024
A4: For parents of preemies in Ukraine, the conflict doubles challenges. Families need support and access to mental health care to avoid isolation. #WPD24Chat
Q4: The role of family is central in the care & development of preterm babies. What are the biggest challenges families face, and how can we provide better support for parents and caregivers of preterm infants? #WorldPrematurityDay2024#WPD24Chat
А3: Supporting #NICU teams recognizes their dedication. They work tirelessly to give infants the best start. It’s essential to provide resources for their work. #WPD24Chat
Q3: Healthcare professionals play a crucial role in the care of preterm babies. How can we better support & recognise the hard work of #NICU teams and other medical staff who work tirelessly to give preterm infants the best start in life? #WorldPrematurityDay2024#WPD24Chat
A2: To improve survival rates, access to quality care must expand in low-resource areas. Humanitarian support and international partnerships are crucial. #WPD24Chat
Q2: There are significant disparities in survival rates for preterm babies across different countries. What steps can be taken globally to improve access to quality healthcare for preterm infants in low-resource settings and beyond? #WorldPrematurityDay2024#WPD24Chat
А1: Providing quality care for preterm babies in Ukraine is crucial. Access to care must reach even conflict zones. Global cooperation can save lives. #WPD24Chat
Q1: #WorldPrematurityDay2024 highlights the need for “Access to quality care everywhere”. What does this mean to you, and how can we ensure every preterm baby receives the care they need, regardless of where, when, or how they are born? #WPD24Chat
A5: Wear purple items of clothing, spread the wave of awareness about babies born prematurely, join the fundraiser for babies born prematurely.
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A4: Parental and patient organizations can assist neonatal departments by disseminating information about the benefits of the kangaroo method within the community, reducing stress levels, and improving doctor-patient interaction. #WPD23Chat
А3: Continuous and sustained skin-to-skin contact between infant and parent is the central pillar of KMC. It encourages mother and baby to breastfeed, reduces stress levels and strengthens family bonds #WPD23Chat
Q3: Підтримайте батьків як основних опікунів! Як ми можемо покращити та активно залучати батьків до догляду за їх госпіталізованою дитиною?
#BornTooSoon, small, or sick? #WPD23Chat#WorldPrematurityDay2023
Q3:
Empower parents as primary caregivers! How can we improve and actively involve parents in the care of their hospitalised baby, #BornTooSoon, small, or sick? #WPD23Chat#WorldPrematurityDay2023
А2: Direct skin-to-skin contact after birth improves thermoregulation, prevents infection, stimulates breast milk, has positive physiological, behavioral, psychosocial and neurodevelopmental effects and reduces the risk of neonatal mortality by 40% #WPD23Chat