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Petition Reason
Stillbirth remains a major public health issue in Australia, affecting over 2,000 families annually. Despite medical advancements, awareness and education remain insufficient, leading to preventable tragedies. The emotional and economic burden on families, healthcare systems, and the workforce is substantial.
A dedicated national awareness campaign would improve education, provide essential resources, and ultimately reduce stillbirth rates by an estimated 20%, saving over 400 lives per year and millions of dollars in healthcare and lost productivity costs.
Government funding is urgently needed to drive this initiative and create lasting change.
Petition Request
We therefore ask the House to allocate dedicated funding for a national stillbirth awareness campaign to reduce preventable stillbirths by increasing education, improving healthcare interventions, and supporting research-driven solutions.
This initiative will save lives, lessen the emotional burden on families, and reduce the economic impact on the healthcare system—preventing an estimated 400 stillbirths annually and saving millions in healthcare costs.
Government action is crucial to ensuring meaningful, lasting change.