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Fiji calls for appropriate infant and young child feeding during emergencies to protect and safeguard the best interests of a child Format © UNICEF Pacific 2021 Wong SUVA, 24 February 2021 – Today, the Government of Fiji, together with UNICEF and WHO, called for the increase in protection, promotion and support for breastfeeding during emergencies. “The Ministry of Health and Medical Services is pledging our support as custodians of health, breastfeeding and safe infant feeding practices for more than 100,000 children under five years in Fiji. We will continue to advocate for breastfeeding and optimal feeding practices during and following disasters and emergencies,” said the Hon. Minister for Health and Medical Services, Dr. Ifereimi Waqainabete. “Even if animal milk is required, it will be procured and administered according to government processes, together with proper counselling on an individual basis for parents and caregivers.”

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