Sant Joan Hospital in Reus Commemorates World Prematurity Day

Premature babies born at the hospital and their families celebrate a special day with various activities organized by the Pediatrics Service and the Som Prematurs Association.

L'Hospital Sant Joan de Reus commemora el Dia Mundial de la Prematuritat

Salut Sant Joan de Reus (Hospital Universitari Sant Joan)

The Sant Joan University Hospital in Reus held a special day this Friday, November 13th, to commemorate World Prematurity Day, bringing together premature babies born at the center and their families.

The event, organized by the hospital's Pediatrics Service and Neonatal Unit in collaboration with the Som Prematurs Association, included various activities to raise awareness of the organization's work and celebrate the journey of these little fighters.
The Som Prematurs Association set up an information booth on the hospital's main avenue, where visitors could leave messages and wishes for the babies and their families on the wishing tree.
Following this, the traditional sock hanging ceremony took place in the Neonatal Unit, themed "Then and Now." Families shared photos of the babies during their hospital stay and current pictures, showcasing their progress.
Professionals, babies, and families celebrated the progress made together, sharing memories and emotions.
Based on information from the official source: Salut Sant Joan de Reus (Hospital Universitari Sant Joan) (13/11/2026)