Researchers say Breastfeeding effective during COVID-19 pandemic

New York: During the current coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, breastfeeding and the provision of human milk to infants is recommended by national and international organisations because it is effective against infectious diseases— It strengthens the immune system by directly transferring antibodies from the mother, say researchers. While the current coronavirus continues to affect all people, families will still give birth and bring new life into the world. In the study researchers at the University of Pennsylvania provides guidance regarding breastfeeding and COVID-19 and reaffirms why it is of paramount importance to promote and protect the use of human milk and breastfeeding. (IANS)

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