Lewis, Carol,

HHS Blueprint to Boost Breast-Feeding. Carol Lewis. - FDA Consumer, 2003. - SIRS Enduring Issues 2004. Article 14, Health, 1522-323X; .

Articles Contained in SIRS Enduring Issues 2004. Originally Published: HHS Blueprint to Boost Breast-Feeding, May/June 2003; pp. 12-17.

"Two decades of scientific research, and years of proactive measures by health experts and others, are beginning to pay off. Attitudes and behaviors toward breast-feeding in the United States are changing. During the last 15 years, the importance of breast-feeding has been recognized as one of the most valuable medical contributors to infant health." (FDA CONSUMER) This article discusses the benefits of breast-feeding to mother and baby and also examines situations in which it is not recommended.

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United States Dept. of Health and Human Services
United States Food and Drug Adm.


Advertising campaigns
African American women
Breast feeding
Infant formulas
Infants--Health and hygiene
Infants--Nutrition
Women--Attitudes
Women--Health and hygiene

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