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Breast-feeding in the Philippines: the role of the health sector

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  27 September 2011

Barry M. Popkin ,
Monica E. Yamamoto  and
Charles C. Griffin
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Summary

A survey of the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of 1298 Filipino health professionals towards breast-feeding is analysed. Knowledge of the benefits of breast-feeding, the psychophysiology of lactation, contraindications to breast-feeding, and the effects of drugs and contraceptives on lactation and delivery are some of the issues examined. A low level of knowledge about breast-feeding, particularly of health contraindications, is found. Industry and government programmes have both positive and negative effects on breast-feeding knowledge and attitudes.

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Journal of Biosocial Science , Volume 17 , supplement S9: Breast-feeding and Fertility , 1985 , pp. 99 - 125
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Copyright © Cambridge University Press 1985

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