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JFL announces activities in observation of prematurity awareness month; Hospital lit in purple to raise awareness of worldwide prematurity awareness day on November 17th
JFL announces activities in observation of prematurity awareness month; Hospital lit in purple to raise awareness of worldwide prematurity awareness day on November 17th
JFL announces activities in observation of prematurity awareness month; Hospital lit in purple to raise awareness of worldwide prematurity awareness day on November 17th
PREMATURITY AWARENESS MONTH; HOSPITAL LIT IN PURPLE TO RAISE AWARENESS OF WORLDWIDE PREMATURITY AWARENESS DAY ON NOV 17 ~Hospital Bringing Hope and Awareness to Community, Reminds Residents of President Obama's PREEMIE Reauthorization Act of 2013~
The Gov. Juan F. Luis Hospital and Medical Center is
pleased to announce a series of activities scheduled this week in observation of Prematurity Awareness Month. Beginning Monday, JFL will host special presentations, tours, as well as a game day, fun day parade and family reunion. JFL CEO Dr. Kendall M. Griffith stated, "Premature birth is the leading cause of newborn deaths. At JFL we are embracing this month-long observation to raise awareness about premature birth and to highlight the many efforts by non-profit organizations, lawmakers, research firms, business and community leaders to help prevent preterm birth so more women may have full-term pregnancies and healthy babies. By raising awareness locally, we hope to educate residents of the prevalence of this serious infant health issue."
An estimated 15 million babies around the world are
born premature each year, and more than one million of them do not survive their early birth. Although the United States has seen sustained improvement in its preterm birth rate, it has one of the highest rates of preterm birth of any industrialized country. JFL officials report that in 2013, the Hospital had 85 premature deliveries out of 650 births. Statistics for JFL's 2014 premature rates will be available next year. On Monday evening at 6:00 pm, the Gov. Juan F. Luis Hospital and Medical Center was lit in purple light in observation of Worldwide Prematurity Awareness Day, November 17th. Hospital staff and members of the community gathered in front of the building to take a moment to reflect on the challenges that so many families endure with preterm birth, and to discuss the healthy outcomes, as well. Faye John Baptiste, JFL Registered Nurse and Nurse Manager helped to organize the week-long observation. She stated, "Tiny miracles happen here every day, and in spite of the challenges, there are so many wonderful outcomes for families." Prematurity Awareness Month events are scheduled throughout the nation for the month of November. Prominent buildings and landmarks in several states, including the Empire State Building in New York City, will be lit in purple light to symbolize hope for a healthy start
for more babies. Professional education programs, as well
as family events and gatherings are scheduled nationwide. According to Dr. Jennifer L. Howse, President of the March of Dimes,1 in 9 babies is born too soon. She notes that the impact on families that go through the delivery and care for a preterm baby can be overwhelming. She said, "This number has gone down for the past six consecutive years, but it is still too high. Prematurity can lead to a host of adverse health consequences for these babies and place a terrible strain on their families." In recognition of this serious health issue, on November 27, 2013, President Barack Obama signed into law S. 252, the PREEMIE Reauthorization Act, a bill to reauthorize federal research, education and intervention activities related to preterm birth and infant mortality. S. 252 was endorsed and strongly supported by a wide range of organizations, including the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, the Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses, the Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs, the Association of State and Territorial Health Officials, the National Association of City and County Health Officers, and many others. Dr. Griffith stated, "We are proud to join the global community in observing Worldwide Prematurity
Awareness Day and Prematurity Awareness Month. Every
baby deserves a healthy start, and JFL is committed to promoting healthy pregnancies, healthy infants, and healthy families." November 17th is recognized around the world as the fourth annual World Prematurity Day. More information is available at www.facebook.com/WorldPrematurityDay, where families and volunteers can share stories and videos about babies born too soon. The page also features an interactive world map showing the home place for each story told. For more information on JFL's activities in recognition of Prematurity Awareness Month, please contact Faye John Baptiste at 340-772-7348 and Samuel Baptiste or Joanna Jn Baptiste at 340-778-6311. ###