Nghe An: Exciting media program responding to 'World Contraception Day'

Delegates attending the program. Photo: Cong Kien

Attending the program were comrade Nguyen Ba Tan - Head of the Provincial Department of Population and Family Planning, representatives of specialized departments under the Department; leaders of Tuong Duong district; representatives of leaders and officials of the Population Department of the Health Center of districts, cities and towns and population officials and officials along with a large number of students in Tuong Duong district.

15 years ago, on September 26, 2007, with the alliance of non-governmental organizations, the International Association of Scientific and Medical Associations agreed to make September 26 of each year World Contraception Day.

A skit on the topic of contraceptive measures performed by the Tuong Duong District Medical Center. Photo: Cong Kien

Since then, World Contraception Day has become a global campaign, arousing the responsibility of young people for safe sex and proactive contraception, encouraging all people to proactively adopt safe and planned pregnancy behaviors, for the benefit of themselves and the community.

RespondWorld Contraception DayIn recent years, Nghe An has implemented many practical and exciting activities, attracting a large number of people to participate. Thereby, contributing to raising public awareness about the idea of ​​proactive contraception, building a prosperous and happy family.

Comrade Nguyen Ba Tan - Head of the Department of Population and Family Planning of Nghe An province requested that Party committees at all levels, authorities, departments, branches and organizations continue to pay attention to leading and directing population work in the new situation. Photo: Cong Kien

However, in the new phase,population workThe province still poses many problems that need to be solved such as: Birth rate and third child birth rate are still high; population aging is occurring at a very rapid rate; gender imbalance at birth is at an alarming level; early sexual intercourse, unsafe sex, unwanted pregnancy, abortion are still occurring...

On average, every year, the country has nearly 300,000 abortions, mainly among women aged 15-19. More worryingly, the rate of abortions after 12 weeks accounts for nearly 80%; 60-70% of abortions are among students; the rate of complications from abortion remains high. In addition, the number of children abandoned due to unwanted pregnancies, although not large, still exists.

The program was exciting with an exchange with the audience. Photo: Cong Kien

Therefore, safe contraception brings many benefits, helping women to be proactive in giving birth and not get sexually transmitted diseases; at the same time, helping each family to have 2 children, not having too many children to have conditions to take care of and educate children better, improve and enhance life...

The Director of the Department of Population and Family Planning requested that Party committees, authorities, sectors and organizations continue to pay attention to leading and directing population work in the new situation, contributing to improving population quality and creating a widespread impact. The health and population sectors at all levels need to be proactive and determined in advising and implementing activities.

Leaders of the Provincial and Tuong Duong District Population and Family Planning Department presented gifts to families who gave birth in accordance with the Population and Family Planning Policy. Photo: Cong Kien

Along with that, continue to consolidate, improve, expand and develop the service provision network.family planning, diversify contraceptive methods, especially modern contraceptive methods so that all people of childbearing age have convenient and safe access. Strictly manage the supply and use of contraceptives, ensuring compliance with professional and legal regulations...

The program took place excitingly with cultural performances; audience interaction, costume show and gift giving to families who gave birth in accordance with the Population Policy - Family Planning.