Sociodemographic and health-related factors associated with exclusive breastfeeding in 77 districts of Uganda

Sociodemographic and health-related factors associated with exclusive breastfeeding in 77 districts of Uganda

Abstract Background Uganda surpasses many African nations and the global average in exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) rates. Yet, malnutrition is a critical issue, with stunting impacting roughly 29% of children under 5 years. Enhancing EBF could mitigate such nutritional challenges. This study focused...

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Main Authors: Derrick Kimuli, Florence Nakaggwa, Norah Namuwenge, Rebecca N. Nsubuga, Paul Isabirye, Kenneth Kasule, Justine Fay Katwesige, Sheila Nyakwezi, Solome Sevume, Norbert Mubiru, Barbara Amuron, Daraus Bukenya
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2023-12-01
Series:International Breastfeeding Journal
Subjects:
Exclusive breastfeeding
Discrepancy
Community surveys
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s13006-023-00604-x

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s13006-023-00604-x

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