‘The Fault in Our Stars’ author John Green helped fund a maternity centre in Sierra Leone; 13 babies born in first 24 hours
Source: Times of India
Category: Technology
Region: General
Published: October 13, 2026 at 04:30
📝 Summary
A new maternity centre named the Paul E. Farmer Maternal Center of Excellence opened in Sierra Leone. This facility was built to improve access to maternal and newborn healthcare in the region. On its first day, it received 27 patients and facilitated the birth of 13 babies. The centre aims to reduce maternal mortality and strengthen the local health system through improved standards of care.