Core Viewpoint - The National Health Commission of China is enhancing fertility services and support systems to encourage childbirth, addressing challenges in parenting, and reducing the financial burden associated with raising children [3]. Group 1: Childcare and Pediatric Services - In 2025, the inclusion of pediatric services in public hospitals and the increase of affordable childcare slots to 4.5 per 1,000 children under three years old were part of the health system's initiatives [5]. - By the end of last year, all 4,845 secondary and tertiary public hospitals were providing pediatric services, with the number of childcare slots reaching 4.73 per 1,000 people and 890,000 new affordable slots created [6]. - This year, the focus will shift to enhancing pediatric service capabilities at the grassroots level, with plans to add 1,000 township health centers and community service centers to provide common pediatric care [7]. Group 2: Early Pregnancy Care - The initiative includes the establishment of 10,000 medical institutions offering early pregnancy care services, aimed at reducing unintended pregnancies and abortion rates [11]. - Early pregnancy care services will cater to various groups, including those with normal pregnancies, pathological pregnancies, and those considering termination, providing comprehensive support and guidance [12]. - Cities like Guangzhou and Henan are already implementing early pregnancy care actions, with plans to expand these services nationwide by the end of November [13].
卫健委:设妇产科的医院普遍开设早孕关爱门诊,保护生育力
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