Saturday, 26 December 2009

Chavez Thanks Cuban Support of Social Programs


CARACAS, December 24.—

Venezuelan President Hugo Chávez thanked the Cuban people for their support and expertise in implementing social programs promoted by his government in Venezuela during a televised session of the Council of Ministers.
Chavez also announced the start up of the Baby Jesus Mission that aims to provide mother-child care throughout the country.
Prensa Latina reported that the Venezuelan government has earmarked US$ 150 million for the program for the first half of 2010 to strengthen hospital infrastructure, and to fund medical equipment and medicines to help pregnant women and mothers.
The program will cover care of pregnant women and then guarantee medial checkups for mother and child five years after birth.


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