INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
admirable, praising the country for promoting breastfeeding.Nandy made the remarks at the ceremony of "World Breastfeeding Week" at Razi
International Conference Hall held on Monday.During the coronavirus pandemic, breastfeeding infants has ensured food security, improved
nutrition in communities, and reduced inequalities, he highlighted.Pointing out that every dollar invested in breastfeeding has a return of
$35, he noted that in addition to preventing many diseases in children and mothers, breast milk is one of the smartest investments to
improve human capital and accelerate economic growth in societies.Stating that only 44 percent of babies in the world are exclusively
deep gaps between income groups are lower, he further stated.Appreciating Iran for promoting breast milk, he said that it is necessary to
implement family-oriented policies in countries with at least 18 weeks of leave after childbirth to promote and strengthen
hospital in the northwestern city of Tabriz said in August 2020.Worldwide, about 600 breast milk banks have been established, with the first
established in Austria, he noted, adding that there are currently 210 breast milk banks in Europe and Brazil alone has 210 milk
banks.FB/MGHIGHLIGHT: Iran ranks first in West Asia for breastfeeding immature newborn infants, as 11 breast milk banks have been
established in the country.
