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 officers 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 practice safe and planned pregnancy for the benefit of themselves and the community.

RespondWorld Contraception DayIn recent years, Nghe An has carried out 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 Party committees at all levels, authorities, departments, branches and organizations to 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 happening at a very fast rate; gender imbalance at birth is at an alarming rate; early sexual intercourse, unsafe sex, unwanted pregnancy, abortion are still happening...

On average, every year the country has nearly 300,000 abortions, mainly in the age group of 15-19 years old. More worryingly, the rate of abortions after 12 weeks accounts for nearly 80%; 60-70% of abortions are among students; the rate of complications due to abortion is still high. In addition, the number of children abandoned due to unwanted pregnancies, although not many, 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 consulting and implementing activities.

Leaders of the Provincial and District Population and Family Planning Departments 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 planningDiversify contraceptive methods, especially modern contraceptive methods, so that all people of childbearing age can have convenient and safe access. Strictly manage the supply and use of contraceptives, ensuring compliance with professional and legal regulations...

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