GENEVA, Switzerland, June 2 -- THE World Health Organization (WHO) has officially announced the inclusion of November 17 in its international calendar as World Prematurity Day.

This historic move recognizes and strengthens global efforts to protect the lives of babies born before the full term of pregnancy.

The announcement was received with great joy around the world, especially in developing countries like Tanzania, which has been recognized as one of the leaders in efforts to improve neonatal care, particularly for premature babies.

In an official statement, WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus stated that the establishment of an international day dedicated to premature babies will help raise public awareness about th...