UN Urges Greater Support for Breastfeeding Amid Rising Global Rates
Despite progress in breastfeeding rates worldwide, millions of mothers still lack adequate services and protections, the UN warns during World Breastfeeding Week 2026.
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Despite progress in breastfeeding rates worldwide, millions of mothers still lack adequate services and protections, the UN warns during World Breastfeeding Week 2026.
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