Iyana Church Health Center

OUR IMPACT PROJECTS

On April 24, 2021: We continue our healthcare outreach by visiting one of our partnering community health center at Iyana Church, Ibadan.

The Prenatal Challenge

The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends a minimum of four prenatal care visits. However, In regions with the highest rates of maternal mortality, such as sub-Saharan Africa estimates indicate that only about half of all pregnant women receive this recommended amount of care.

Outreach Outcomes

  • Provided over 100 pregnant women with free prenatal care services.

  • Distributed 100 free newborn care packages.

  • We highlighted the importance of breastfeeding, educated them on proper latching techniques, breast milk benefits on the overall health of the mother and child through evidenced based research findings

  • Provided coordination and financial support for the Community Health nurses at the primary health center.