Wear Purple in support of World Prematurity Day

World Prematurity Day on 17 November is one of the most important days in the year to raise awareness of the challenges and burden of preterm birth globally. The day was initiated by EFCNI and partnering European parent organisations in 2008. The international co-founders LittleBigSouls (Africa), March of Dimes (USA) and National Premmie Foundation (Australia) joined the celebrations and made World Prematurity Day an intercontinental movement. Meanwhile, countless individuals and organisations from more than 100 countries join forces with activities, special events and commit to action to help address preterm birth and improve the situation of preterm babies and their families.

Everyone is warmly invited to join this day with activities or events: parent organisations, hospitals, non-profit organisations, healthcare professionals, societies, companies, politicians, media, and individuals. No matter how much time, money or manpower you are able to spare – even with simple things you can make a difference! Please consider wearing the color purple to show your support.

iCAN extends a warm thank you to Dr. Mitchell Goldstein for sharing an opportunity to iCAN to participate in the monthly Neonatology News letter and to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) for spotlighting the efforts to serve all babies and children at all stages of growth and development.

To learn more about the development of new therapies for premies and sick newborns, please visit the International Neonatal Consortium (INC) at https://c-path.org/programs/inc/overview/resources/