The Heart and Stroke Foundation South Africa HSFSA continues to stand at the forefront of initiatives aimed at improving maternal and child health in the country.
This year, the World Health Organisation WHO chose the theme Healthy beginnings, hopeful futures, directing focus towards combatting preventable deaths among mothers and newborns, reports Cape town Etc .
Since the establishment of free maternal and child healthcare in South Africa in 1994, significant strides have been made in reducing maternal and child mortality rates.
Professor Pamela Naidoo, CEO of HSFSA, points out that the concerted efforts initiated under the leadership of the late President Nelson Mandela have been pivotal.
Maternal and child health has expanded remarkably since free maternal healthcare was introduced, she stated, emphasising the importance of continued focus on this critical area of health.