Did you know that November 17 is World Prematurity Awareness Day?

About 8% of babies born in Canada arrive too soon. The rate of premature births has increased by 23 % since the beginning of the 90s.¹

Premature infants face increased health risks.

Be a part of the solution by bringing awareness of prematurity to Canadians!

Spread the word and celebrate this special day dedicated to improving the lives of premature babies.

1. http://www.cihi.ca/cihi-ext-portal/internet/fr/document/types+of+care/hospital+care/acute+care/release_29jan09

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Babies with congenital heart defects are at greater risk of infection in the lungs from a virus called Respiratory Syncytial Virus or RSV. This section will explain why you should be concerned about your baby catching RSV infection and discuss how you can help reduce your baby’s risk of RSV exposure and possible infection of the lungs.