Postpartum haemorrhage has been identified as a leading cause of maternal deaths, requiring urgent community action. The Chairp...
The Chairperson, Maternal and Child Health Committee of the Medical Women Association of Nigeria (MWAN), Dr. Fatima Abdullahi, stated this at a one-day sensitization to mark World Postpartum Haemorrhage Day held at Alhuda-Huda College, Zaria.
Dr. Abdullahi said many women die from excessive bleeding after childbirth due to failure to adhere to emergency obstetric protocols.
A Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, Dr. Shafa'atu Sada, said postpartum haemorrhage endangers both mothers and newborns.
She listed its major causes, particularly in Northern Nigeria, and urged pregnant women to register early for antenatal care and make adequate birth preparedness plans.
Similarly, the Head of Labour Ward, Ahmadu Bello University Teaching Hospital (ABUTH), Shika, Dr. Fatima Aminu Mahmud, appealed to husbands to allow their wives to attend antenatal clinics, noting that early attendance helps prevent complications and reduces maternal mortality. She also stressed the importance of blood availability during delivery.
The Ameerah of Alma Nar Women's Association, Hajiya Rabi Umar Sodangi, said the campaign complements her group's advocacy for antenatal attendance and hospital delivery.
Earlier, the Chairman, Kwarbai Ward Development Association, Malam Ahmad Haruna Lemu, said the programme was aimed at enlightening the public on preventive measures against postpartum haemorrhage.
The programme was organized by the Kwarbai Ward Development Association and the Medical Women Association of Nigeria.
It was attended by traditional leaders, stakeholders, community leaders and members of the public.
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