"Ana Jorge, the former health minister, advocates for the reopening of 'baby-friendly' hospitals, arguing it's crucial for boosting breastfeeding rates."
In 2019, a significant healthcare initiative for babies was abruptly halted, leading to the revocation of the 'Friends of Babies' status for certain certified healthcare units. This decision was met with controversy, as Ana Jorge, the former Minister of Health and then president of the National Commission responsible for the program, publicly disputed the reasons given by UNICEF Portugal.
UNICEF Portugal claimed that the halt was due to a lack of capacity on the ground, a claim that Ana Jorge disputed. However, it's important to note that Helena Bento, a journalist and not a party to the discussions or decisions regarding the initiative, has not been reported as being involved in the healthcare initiative or the program for babies' healthcare.
Furthermore, Helena Bento has not been directly linked to the certification or revocation of the 'Friends of Babies' status for any healthcare units, nor has she been mentioned as being part of the National Commission responsible for the program.
Despite the controversy, Helena Bento has not publicly disputed the reasons given by UNICEF Portugal for the halt of the initiative. The search results do not provide the name of the organization or institution that Ana Jorge led as president of the National Commission for the Program after her tenure as Minister of Health.
The status of the certified healthcare units that lost their 'Friends of Babies' status remains unclear, and it's yet to be seen how this decision will impact the future of healthcare for babies in the country. The dispute between Ana Jorge and UNICEF Portugal serves as a reminder of the importance of transparency and accountability in healthcare policy decisions.
