Monday, August 07, 2006

DOH launches breastfeeding stations (PIA News Releases)

Davao City (8 August) -- Center for Health Development in Davao region Director Paulyn Jean Rosell-Ubial said the Department of Health (DOH) launched Monday the “Breastfeeding Stations” in coordination with the New City Commercial Center (NCCC) at their three malls located at Matina & Magsaysay Street Davao City and at Tagum City.

The launching yesterday was part of the culmination activity of the National Breastfeeding weeklong celebration. The culmination started with a motorcade, ceremonial cutting and a press conference at the NCCC mall, Matina, Davao City.

Guests during the press conference include representatives from the WHO, UNICEF, NCCC mall and DOH.

The event is the start for Mother and Baby Friendly workplaces initiative as an enabling environment for breastfeeding mothers, said Director Rosell-Ubial.



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