Mothers in refugee settlements often abandon breastfeeding – experts
The potential impact of optimal breastfeeding practices is especially significant in developing countries like Uganda, where the burden of disease is high and access to clean water and sanitation is limited.
It is crucial to continue sensitizing communities on the immediate and long-term benefits of breastfeeding", says Peter Eceru, the Program Manager at Action Against Hunger. (Credit: Violet Nabatanzi)
By: NewVision Reporter, Journalist @NewVision
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In conflict-prone environments, mothers’ breastfeeding choices are influenced by the increased risks of undernutrition and infectious diseases within these communities, experts have revealed.
“Mothers who experience difficulties
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