Safe motherhood Day, October 17, 2025
Global public health awareness days aim to increase visibility, awareness, and understanding of specific diseases or health conditions among the general public; they are key in highlighting the importance of healthy lifestyle and well-being among general population. Each year, various organizations and communities around the world actively participate in promoting and supporting World Health Days.
This focuses on promoting maternal and newborn health to reduce preventable deaths and ensure safe childbirth. Under the theme “Empowering Mothers, Saving Lives,” the day emphasizes access to quality maternal healthcare, nutrition, and education, particularly in rural and underserved communities where maternal mortality remains high.
With over 80% of maternal deaths in Uganda linked to inadequate healthcare access, this initiative calls for collaboration among governments, healthcare providers, and communities to strengthen prenatal and postnatal care, improve skilled birth attendance, and address socio-economic barriers.
By prioritizing safe motherhood, we aim to protect mothers and newborns, fostering healthier families and stronger.
