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Improving child survival in Greenland
1Greenland Home Rule, Department of Health and Environment, Nuuk.
Arctic Medical Research
|January 1, 1995
Summary
Greenland faces high infant and child mortality rates. A new program aims to reduce avoidable deaths by improving diagnostics, healthcare worker education, and equipment, targeting a 40% infant mortality reduction.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Pediatrics
- Global Health
Background:
- Infant and child mortality rates in Greenland are significantly higher than in northern European countries.
- Mortality is concentrated in less developed areas, with perinatal conditions, infectious diseases, and injuries as primary causes.
- Diagnostic and preventive capabilities are currently limited in Greenland.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically improve child survival in Greenland.
- To reduce avoidable infant and child deaths.
- To address regional disparities in child mortality.
Main Methods:
- Establishment of a Pediatric Death Review Committee.
- Implementation of education programs for healthcare workers.
- Enhancement of medical equipment status.
Main Results:
- The program aims to reduce infant mortality by 40% within four years.
- A 20% reduction in child deaths (ages 1-14) is targeted.
- A 50% reduction in regional differences in child mortality is a key objective.
Conclusions:
- A multi-faceted program addressing diagnostics, education, and equipment is crucial for improving child survival in Greenland.
- Systematic review of pediatric deaths can identify areas for targeted intervention.
- Reducing avoidable mortality is a feasible and critical goal for public health initiatives in underserved regions.