The Philippines has designated October 15th as “National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day” replacing the previous observance on March 25th which honored the unborn. The new proclamation aims to provide support for families who have experienced pregnancy and infant loss, including mental health services, community programs, and informed healthcare guidance.
Proclamation No. 700, signed by Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin on October 2, repealed Proclamation No. 586, which declared March 25 of every year as the “Day of the Unborn.”The new proclamation aims “to honor and remember the infants lost during or shortly after pregnancy, and acknowledge the mothers and their families who have suffered through these losses.”
“There is a need to designate a specific day to increase awareness and provide comprehensive support for affected families, including mental health services, community programs, and informed healthcare guidance,” the proclamation reads. The Department of Health is directed to lead, coordinate and supervise, as well as to identify the programs, activities and projects aligned with its observance.
It also directed other government agencies and offices, including government-owned or -controlled corporations and state universities and colleges to participate and render necessary support for its effective implementation. All local government units, non-government organizations, professional associations, and the private sector are encouraged to give support.
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