Infant feeding among HIV-positive mothers and the general population mothers: comparison of two cross-sectional surveys in Eastern Uganda

Infant feeding among HIV-positive mothers and the general population mothers: comparison of two cross-sectional surveys in Eastern Uganda

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Infant feeding recommendations for HIV-positive mothers differ from recommendations to mothers of unknown HIV-status. The aim of this study was to compare feeding practices, including breastfeeding, between infants and young children...

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Main Authors:	Tylleskär Thorkild, Semiyaga Nulu B, Wamani Henry, Engebretsen Ingunn MS, Fadnes Lars T, Tumwine James K
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	BMC 2009-05-01
Series:	BMC Public Health
Online Access:	http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/9/124

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