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Summary: Careful attention to infant feeding and support for good practice can save lives. This practical manual provides concise, non-technical guidance on appropriate infant and young child feeding in emergencies. Some elements are also relevant to non-emergency settings. It is intended for emergency relief staff and programme managers of all agencies working in emergency programmes, including national governments, United Nations agencies, national and international non-governmental organisations and donors. It applies in emergency situations in all countries.
Further information
- International Code of Marketing of Breast-Milk Substitutes An International Measure to Protect and Promote Breast-Feeding
- Save the Children UK: Breastfeeding week - Help protect children from companies who place profits before health (July 2006)