Human Milk to Protect from Respiratory Infections : MCN: The American Journal of Maternal/Child Nursing

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Human Milk to Protect from Respiratory Infections

Spatz, Diane L. PhD, RN-BC, FAAN

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MCN, The American Journal of Maternal/Child Nursing 48(3):p 170, May/June 2023. | DOI: 10.1097/NMC.0000000000000913

In Brief

This past winter, media covered the high levels of the flu, respiratory illnesses, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), with hospitals being strained and at capacity. Our breastfeeding expert, Dr. Spatz, discusses the evidence about exclusive breast milk feeding and protection against respiratory viruses.

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