Solwezi General Hospital, a leading healthcare facility in Zambia, has achieved a milestone in maternal healthcare, marking a major victory in the fight against maternal mortality. The hospital has successfully reduced the number of maternal deaths by 75% over the past five years, making it a shining example of what can be achieved with dedication, hard work and effective healthcare practices .
A commitment to improving maternal health care
Solwezi General Hospital has a long-standing commitment to improving maternal health care in the region. In 2015, the hospital launched a comprehensive program aimed at reducing maternal mortality rates. The program aimed to improve access to emergency obstetric care, strengthen the skills of health care providers, and increase community awareness of the importance of consulting a doctor during pregnancy and childbirth.
Some of the key interventions implemented by the hospital include:
- Creation of a 24-hour emergency obstetric care unit, staffed by qualified care providers
- Training health care providers in emergency obstetric care, including skills such as cesarean sections and blood transfusions
- Establishment of a system for monitoring and monitoring maternal deaths, making it possible to identify areas for improvement
- Community awareness and education programs aimed at increasing awareness of the importance of seeking medical attention during pregnancy and childbirth.
The results of the program have been nothing short of remarkable. Over the past five years, the hospital has seen a 75% reduction in maternal deaths, from 20 deaths per 100,000 live births in 2015 to just 5 deaths per 100,000 live births in 2020. Additionally, the hospital noted a significant increase in the number of maternal deaths. of women seeking medical care during pregnancy and childbirth, with more than 90% of women now receiving antenatal care and 85% of women now giving birth in a health facility.
Although the hospital has made significant progress in reducing maternal mortality rates, challenges still remain. One of the main challenges is the shortage of qualified health care providers, especially in rural areas. The hospital strives to meet this challenge by providing training and mentoring programs for healthcare providers, as well as recruiting and retaining qualified healthcare professionals.
Another challenge is the need to increase funding and resources to support the hospital’s maternal health program. The hospital is working to secure funding from government and international organizations to support the program and ensure its sustainability.
Solwezi General Hospital’s success in reducing maternal mortality rates is a testament to the power of commitment, hard work and effective healthcare practices. The hospital’s program serves as a model for other health facilities in the region and its results demonstrate the importance of investing in maternal health care. As the hospital continues to work to improve maternal health care, it is clear that the future holds great promise for the women and families of Solwezi and beyond.
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