Panyadoli Health Centre IV receives lifesaving equipment for premature babies
She also called for additional support for Kiryandongo General Hospital and advocated for better healthcare services for children across the district.
Kiryandongo: Panyadoli Health Center IV in Kiryandongo District received a significant boost on Monday in its efforts to provide quality healthcare for mothers and babies.
The donation, which includes a phototherapy machine, incubators, gradient warmers, and infant feeding cups, will greatly benefit the community, particularly premature babies. The equipment was provided by Action Against Hunger, a non-governmental organization operating in the district.
As part of the initiative, the upcoming MAMIC program will focus on providing care for children under six months, emphasizing mother-baby care.
Namuli Sarah, the health coordinator at Action Against Hunger in Kiryandongo District, emphasized the organization’s commitment to improving healthcare outcomes, particularly for vulnerable populations.
She noted that their focus remains on food and nutrition to enhance maternal and child health.
The LCV Chairperson of Kiryandongo District, Aliguma Edith Adyeeri, expressed gratitude for the donation, stating that the equipment will help save the lives of premature babies.
She also called for additional support for Kiryandongo General Hospital and advocated for better healthcare services for children across the district.
“With this new equipment in place, parents no longer need to fear complications during childbirth. Healthcare workers will also be better equipped to care for mothers and babies, reducing the risks of maternal and infant mortality,” she said.
Dr. Nicolas Sabit, the in-charge of Panyadoli Health Center IV, described the donation as a major boost for healthcare services in Kiryandongo District, which has been struggling due to limited resources.
He noted that the equipment will support efforts to reduce maternal and child mortality rates and improve neonatal care. He also highlighted that the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), which started in 2024 at a basic level, has already made significant progress in saving premature babies.
Dr. Akugizibwe Richard, head of the NICU ward, acknowledged the growing number of premature babies at Panyadoli Health Center IV. He attributed this increase to various conditions such as preterm births, low birth weight, respiratory distress, and multiple births.
He expressed optimism that with the new equipment, healthcare workers will be better positioned to save more premature babies and improve overall neonatal survival rates.
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