Save the Children Awards Best Newborn Health Journalists on World Press Freedom Day
In an event organised by the Media Institute of Southern Africa (MISA) Malawi Chapter, Save the Children awarded two journalists for outstanding coverage of newborn health issues in their media platforms.
Malawi: Challenging traditions to save lives
“Traditional chiefs are the gatekeepers in our society. They get respect and everyone listens to them. Their involvement in safe birthing means people listen and follow their advice,” said MaiKhanda’s Nyaka.
Philippines: Increase in facility-based deliveries noted in 3 CAR provinces
Awareness on the importance of health-facility based deliveries among women in the Cordillera is increasing.
India: Health bulletins in 5 languages with community radio station
The radio station seeks to foster awareness about health issues like infant mortality rate, maternal mortality rate, family planning, immunization programmes and sanitation.
Malawian husbands urged to play role in Kangaroo Mother Care
Manjanja revealed that men’s role in providing KMC was as critical as that of the mother but complained that lack of awareness was one major reason why the men were not playing any role in the initiative
Traditional birth attendants prioritise antenatal care
The Star-Ghana project has an overall goal of increasing access by pregnant women to antenatal, facility-based and postnatal care services in Gushegu, Karaga, Tolon and Sagnerigu districts by 35 per cent.
Turning the Tide on HIV, Maternal, Newborn and Child Health in Kenya
This support will build on on-going efforts by the Government of Kenya and other partners to increase access to lifesaving high impact interventions to promote the survival of our mothers and children.
Malawi Uses Mobile Phones to Promote Maternal Health
Malawian mothers and guardians of young children who live in villages far from health facilities are heaving a sigh of relief, after the introduction of a hotline through which they can access medical advice.
Cutting child deaths from pneumonia in Liberia
Liberia has begun a campaign to vaccinate infants under the age of 12 months for pneumonia. Thousands of Liberian children died of the disease last year.
Mothers in Nigeria participate in biannual event for maternal and child health
Mothers in Nigeria participate in a week’s worth of activities that complement routine health services with a package of interventions proven to boost their own health and help their babies survive and thrive.?