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Breastfeeding knowledge, attitudes, beliefs and practices of refugee, migrant and asylum seeker women in Portugal.

Ana Claudia LopesMarisa Lobo Lousada
Published in: BMC public health (2024)
The findings of this study suggest that healthy breastfeeding behaviours can be stimulated by receiving proper counselling from health professionals. Countries must focus on improving breastfeeding practices, as they still fail to do all they can to promote, protect, and support breastfeeding globally. Universal interventions are necessary to improve breastfeeding, regardless of migrant or refugee status.
Keyphrases
  • preterm infants
  • healthcare
  • primary care
  • physical activity
  • polycystic ovary syndrome
  • type diabetes
  • insulin resistance