World Prematurity Day 2024 was a remarkable occasion at the Greater Accra Regional Hospital (GARH), as the Child Health Department organized a heartwarming celebration under the theme “Breaking Barriers: Access to Quality Care Everywhere.” The event brought together parents of premature babies, their thriving infants, and GARH’s dedicated healthcare professionals, reaffirming the hospital’s role as a leader in neonatal care.
Why World Prematurity Day Matters
Preterm birth remains a significant global health challenge, with millions of babies born prematurely every year. GARH’s celebration not only raised awareness about this issue but also showcased its efforts in providing life-saving care to preterm infants and supporting their families.
Highlights of the Event
The celebration, held at GARH’s admissions area, featured:
Insightful Presentations: The Child Health and Nutrition Units delivered powerful presentations on the importance of high-quality care for preterm infants, emphasizing GARH’s commitment to innovation and excellence in neonatal care.
Inspiring Testimonies: Parents of premature babies shared their emotional journeys, shedding light on the transformative impact of GARH’s services.
Success Stories: Families celebrated their milestones, with thriving preterm twins and triplets as living proof of GARH’s dedication to saving lives.
A Parent’s Touching Testimony
One of the most poignant moments came from a mother who expressed her gratitude for GARH’s exceptional care:
“If there is any government hospital I would recommend, it would be Greater Accra Regional Hospital. My experience here has changed my perception entirely. The care I received was exceptional. If I had known about this hospital earlier, all my five children would still be alive.”
Her words reflect GARH’s unwavering commitment to delivering equitable, compassionate, and life-saving care to all its patients.
GARH’s Role in Neonatal Care
GARH continues to set the standard for neonatal care in Ghana by:
Providing cutting-edge treatments for preterm infants.
Supporting families through education and counseling.
Advocating for better healthcare policies to ensure all newborns have access to quality care.
The celebration reinforced GARH’s mission to create a supportive community for families of preterm babies while raising awareness about the challenges and successes surrounding premature births.
Join the Movement for Better Care
World Prematurity Day 2024 at GARH wasn’t just a celebration—it was a call to action. The hospital urged stakeholders to prioritize access to high-quality neonatal care and break down barriers that hinder equitable healthcare.
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Learn More About GARH
To learn more about GARH’s neonatal care services or how you can support their efforts, visit GARH’s official website