Here are 5 activities that you can do in your community to help raise awareness and educate people about preterm birth.  These activities are designed for a wide variety of groups and can be done by almost anyone.  Click on the activity to download specific instructions and tips.

1.  Conduct a presentation

• Preparation time:  About 30 minutes
• Activity time:  About 20 minutes
• Materials:  PowerPoint or Flip Chart of Preterm Birth:  A Kentucky Concern slide set

2.  Exhibit at a community event

• Preparation time:  About 1 to 4 hours
• Activity time:  Varies

3.  Educate pregnant women

• Preparation time:  About 1 hour
• Activity time:  About 15 minutes

4.  Distribute educational materials

• Preparation time:  About 1 week
• Activity time:  Varies

5.  Take the message to local media

• Preparation time:  Varies
• Activity time:  Varies
• Materials:  Media Guide

Additional downloadable materials for use with all activities:
Fact Sheets and Handouts
Personal Stories
Facts About Prematurity in Kentucky

 

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