Public Health Reports: A Closer Look at Racial Ethnic Disparities in Breastfeeding
The proportion of African American women who breastfeed after six months is proportionately lower than every other ethnic group. Dr. Suzette Oyeku examines why.
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The proportion of African American women who breastfeed after six months is proportionately lower than every other ethnic group. Dr. Suzette Oyeku examines why.
Category: Black Breastfeeding 360, Stats & Studies · Tags: African American women, BB360, Black Breastfeeding 360, Dr. Suzette Oyeku, Kimberly Seals Allers, public health reports, rates of black breastfeeding
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