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Exclusive breastfeeding: Dominican Republic aims to exceed 19.2%

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The Dominican Republic is currently working to increase its rate of exclusive breastfeeding, which currently stands at 19.2 percent. Public health initiatives are focused on improving these figures to better support infant health during the critical first months of life.

While breastfeeding is often viewed as an individual maternal choice, current analysis emphasizes that the practice is significantly influenced by the broader social and environmental support systems surrounding mothers. Efforts are underway to address these external factors to improve national breastfeeding outcomes.

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Read the full story at the source Diario Libre (Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic) · DO
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