Nearly 98% of births in Jujuy province during 2025 took place in maternity hospitals with Essential Obstetric and Neonatal Conditions (CONE), according to data released by the Ministry of Health of Jujuy. This figure is above the national average and reflects a long-term effort to strengthen the public health system.
The Ministry attributes this achievement to coordinated work across the entire healthcare network, which includes primary care teams, hospitals of varying complexity, and specialized services. This integrated approach allows for continuous support throughout pregnancy, timely check-ups, and access to appropriate facilities for childbirth.
Maternity hospitals designated as CONE are staffed by interdisciplinary teams that provide comprehensive care during labor. These facilities also promote support for pregnant individuals, encourage skin-to-skin contact within the first hour after birth, and support early initiation of breastfeeding—practices considered important for both maternal and newborn health.
The province is also continuing its strategy called “integral preparation for birth” (PIN). This initiative focuses on early identification of pregnancies, ongoing monitoring of expectant mothers, and timely check-ups for newborns. The program combines medical examinations, vaccinations, breastfeeding counseling, and family planning advice to ensure comprehensive care from the beginning of life.
According to the Ministry statement: “Public health in Jujuy reaffirms its commitment to an integrated, accessible, and close-knit network that continues expanding capabilities, strengthening teams, and guaranteeing more care and higher quality attention for every family in the province.”
