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The Zonta Breast Care cushions provide comfort to women (and men) in the post-operative phase of breast surgery. Cushions are supplied to most hospitals in each Area. Distribution in hospitals is by Breast Care Nurses. Throughout the year Zonta Clubs in this District and others in Australia hold sewing bees to make these sought-after cushions.

The feedback received from recipients has been positive, with one woman noting that receiving the cushion was a turning point for her in helping to change her outlook and feel more positive.

Every minute a woman dies of complications related to pregnancy and childbirth. approximately 525,000 women die annually in childbirth, many from infections acquired duirng childbirth. For every woman who dies in childbirth, probably 30 incur injuries and infections - many of which are often painful, disabling, embarrassing and lifelong. 60 million women give birth each year with the assistance of a Traditional Birth Attendant or no assistance at all.

Zonta Birthing kits provide for a clean birthing environment that decreases the risk of death from infection and bleeding. The Zonta Birthing Kit Foundation has now been established - for $25 a year you can be a member of this worthwhile non government organisation - so why not join today!