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Otarola L, Sly J, Manigat T, Shapiro J, Wetmore J, Torres M, Jandorf L. Understanding Black Matriarchal Role Models in the U.S. Attitudes and Beliefs About Breastfeeding. Breastfeed Med 2021; 16:501-505. [PMID: 33769842 DOI: 10.1089/bfm.2020.0320] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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Introduction: Despite the tremendous health benefits for both mother and infant, black women (including African Americans and those who self-identify as black) have lower rates of breastfeeding than all other racial groups. Historically, matriarchal role models have been essential within the black family structure. The purpose of this study was to explore matriarchal role models' attitudes and beliefs about breastfeeding. Methods: Thirty-eight black women between the ages of 46-82 years were surveyed regarding their perceptions of breastfeeding. Results: Our results revealed that 44.1% of the participants believed that breastfeeding is a better infant feeding method. However, 52.6% of the participants did not demonstrate confidence in their ability to breastfeed overall. Conclusions: These findings suggest that while black matriarchal role models have positive attitudes about breastfeeding behaviors, they may need to be educated along with postpartum and/or prenatal women about breastfeeding benefits and techniques to better support and improve black women's initiation and continuation of breastfeeding.
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- Lyshsae Otarola
- Department of Population Health Science and Policy, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, New York, USA
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- Department of Population Health Science and Policy, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, New York, USA
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- Department of Population Health Science and Policy, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, New York, USA
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- Department of Population Health Science and Policy, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, New York, USA
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- Department of Population Health Science and Policy, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, New York, USA
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Introduction: The World Health Organization recommends 6 months of exclusive breastfeeding for infants. Racial disparities exist, where only 27.9% of black women exclusively breastfeed at 6 months compared to 45.1% of white mothers. Previous research suggests that these disparities are due to a variety of factors, including poor paid leave policies, racism, and bias, but few studies have looked specifically at the experience of black millennial mothers. Methods: This qualitative study aimed to understand the racialized experiences of breastfeeding among black millennials and whether or not there are factors to mitigate the effects of racism. Three focus groups were conducted (N = 15) with black millennial mothers. Participants were recruited through social media sites, emails to breastfeeding/black maternal health organizations, and local partnerships. Inclusion criteria included self-identification as a black/African American woman, born between 1981 and 1996, and having at least one child 5 years or younger. Results: Five major themes emerged from the analysis as follows: (1) institutional racism and barriers, (2) challenges to motherhood, (3) black experiences, (4) breastfeeding in the millennial age, and (5) hopes for the community. Results showed that black millennial mothers expressed being treated differently and poorly due to race. While participants reported supporting each other through their breastfeeding journey, this was not specifically a strategy to impact racism/bias. Discussion: Results also showed that black millennials feel a desire to succeed in breastfeeding to change the narrative about past generations. Further research should explore differences between the breastfeeding experiences and perceptions of black millennials in comparison to that of previous generations.
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- Yasmeen I Lee
- Department of Public Health Studies, Elon University, Elon, North Carolina, USA
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- Department of Public Health Studies, Elon University, Elon, North Carolina, USA
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Hamner HC, Beauregard JL, Li R, Nelson JM, Perrine CG. Meeting breastfeeding intentions differ by race/ethnicity, Infant and Toddler Feeding Practices Study-2. MATERNAL AND CHILD NUTRITION 2020; 17:e13093. [PMID: 33006242 PMCID: PMC7988881 DOI: 10.1111/mcn.13093] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/03/2020] [Revised: 08/14/2020] [Accepted: 09/15/2020] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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Prenatal breastfeeding intentions impact breastfeeding practices. Racial/ethnic disparities exist in breastfeeding rates; it is unknown if prenatal intentions and meeting intentions differ by race/ethnicity. A longitudinal cohort of USDA's Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) which enrolled participants beginning in 2013 were used to estimate prenatal intentions for breastfeeding initiation, exclusive breast milk feeds at 1 and 3 months by race/ethnicity (n = 2070). Meeting intentions were determined by reported breast milk consumption at birth, 1 month and 3 months. Multivariable logistic regression was used to determine the association of race/ethnicity with meeting intentions. There were no differences in prenatal breastfeeding intentions between non‐Hispanic White and non‐Hispanic Black women (initiation: 86.9% and 87.2%; Month 1: 52.3% and 48.3%; Month 3: 43.8% and 40.9%; respectively), but a higher percentage of Hispanic women intended to breastfeed at all time points (95.5%, 68.3% and 56.4%; respectively, P < 0.05). Among women who intended to breastfeed at Month 1, non‐Hispanic Black and Hispanic women had significantly lower odds of meeting intentions compared with non‐Hispanic White women after adjusting for covariates (aORs: 0.63 [95% CI: 0.41, 0.98]; 0.64 [95% CI: 0.44, 0.92], respectively). Similar findings were seen for Month 3. Despite no differences in breastfeeding intentions, non‐Hispanic Black women were less likely to meet their breastfeeding intentions than non‐Hispanic White women. Hispanic women were more likely to intend to breastfeed yet were less likely to meet their intentions. This suggests that non‐Hispanic Black and Hispanic women face challenges to meeting their longer breastfeeding intentions. Understanding how racism, bias and discrimination contribute to women not meeting their breastfeeding intentions may help efforts to reduce breastfeeding disparities.
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- Heather C Hamner
- Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Obesity, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Atlanta, Georgia, USA
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- Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Obesity, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Atlanta, Georgia, USA.,United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps, Rockville, Maryland, USA.,Center for Surveillance, Epidemiology, and Laboratory Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Epidemic Intelligence Service, Atlanta, Georgia, USA
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- Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Obesity, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Atlanta, Georgia, USA
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- Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Obesity, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Atlanta, Georgia, USA.,United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps, Rockville, Maryland, USA
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- Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Obesity, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Atlanta, Georgia, USA.,United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps, Rockville, Maryland, USA
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Pineros-Leano M, Tabb KM, Simonovich SD, Wang Y, Meline B, Huang H. Racial Differences in Breastfeeding Initiation Among Participants in a Midwestern Public Health District. Health Equity 2018; 2:296-303. [PMID: 30364880 PMCID: PMC6198273 DOI: 10.1089/heq.2018.0016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Purpose: Although variations in breastfeeding initiation are well documented, the contributing role of maternal race remains poorly understood, especially among the multiracial—two or more races—population. The purpose of this study is to examine differences in breastfeeding initiation among a racially and ethnically diverse population of low-income women. Methods: Participants for this study (n=1010) were enrolled in the supplemental nutrition program for women, infant, and children and concurrently enrolled in a perinatal depression registry at a public health clinic in the Midwest. Race was obtained from medical records. Breastfeeding initiation was gathered through a clinical interview during the first postpartum visit. Logistic regression was conducted using STATA 14.2. Results: Sixty-eight percent of study participants reported breastfeeding initiation. The bivariate analysis demonstrated that there were significant differences in rates of breastfeeding initiation by race/ethnicity. The logistic regression models showed that after adjusting for maternal education, age, income, nativity, parity, body mass index, and antenatal smoking, Black (odds ratio [OR] 0.47; confidence interval [95% CI] 0.34–0.66), multiracial (OR 0.21; 95% CI 0.07–0.65), and Latina women (OR 0.48; 95% CI 0.26–0.86) were significantly less likely to initiate breastfeeding compared with White women. Conclusion: These findings highlight the need for further understanding of the underlying barriers to the initiation of breastfeeding among low-income Black, multiracial, and Latina women. Moreover, breastfeeding should remain a priority for intervention and policy development, particularly among racially and ethnically diverse low-income women.
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- Maria Pineros-Leano
- School of Social Work, Boston College, Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts.,IDEA Research Team, University of Illinois, Urbana, Illinois
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- IDEA Research Team, University of Illinois, Urbana, Illinois.,School of Social Work, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, Illinois
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- IDEA Research Team, University of Illinois, Urbana, Illinois.,School of Nursing, College of Science & Health, DePaul University, Chicago, Illinois
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- IDEA Research Team, University of Illinois, Urbana, Illinois.,School of Social Work, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, Illinois
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- IDEA Research Team, University of Illinois, Urbana, Illinois.,Maternal and Child Health Division, Champaign-Urbana Public Health District, Champaign, Illinois
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- IDEA Research Team, University of Illinois, Urbana, Illinois.,Department of Psychiatry, Cambridge Health Alliance, Harvard Medical School, Cambridge, Massachusetts
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Carswell AL, Ward KD, Vander Weg MW, Scarinci IC, Girsch L, Read M, Relyea G, Chen W. Prospective associations of breastfeeding and smoking cessation among low-income pregnant women. MATERNAL & CHILD NUTRITION 2018; 14:e12622. [PMID: 29797420 PMCID: PMC6865900 DOI: 10.1111/mcn.12622] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/26/2017] [Revised: 03/23/2018] [Accepted: 04/16/2018] [Indexed: 01/27/2023]
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Although low-income pregnant women have high rates of smoking and low rates of breastfeeding, few studies have examined prospective associations between these risk factors in community samples. Doing so may help improve breast-feeding support programs in this population. We used a secondary analysis of 247 low-income pregnant smokers in Memphis, Tennessee, who were interviewed up to 4 times (twice during pregnancy and twice through 6 months postpartum). Smoking cessation during prepartum and postpartum was defined as a self-report of not smoking for ≥1 week and an expired carbon monoxide level of <10 ppm. Multivariable logistic regression analyses were used to determine whether intent to breastfeed was associated with smoking cessation and whether smoking cessation was associated with actual breastfeeding. Models were adjusted for sociodemographic, pregnancy-related, and smoking-related confounders. Thirty-nine percent of participants intended to breastfeed, and 38% did so. Women who intended to breastfeed were 2 times more likely to quit smoking prepartum (adjusted OR = 1.99, 95% CI [1.06, 3.74]), but not postpartum (adjusted OR = 1.27, 95% CI [0.57, 2.84]). Quitting smoking at baseline and during pregnancy was associated with subsequent breastfeeding (adjusted OR 2.27, 95% CI [1.05, 4.94] and adjusted OR = 2.49, 95% CI [1.21, 5.11]). Low-income women who intended to breastfeed were more likely to quit smoking during pregnancy and those who quit smoking at baseline and prepartum were more likely to breastfeed. Simultaneously supporting breastfeeding and smoking cessation may be very useful to change these important health behaviours among this high-risk population.
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- School of Public HealthUniversity of MemphisMemphisTennesseeUSA
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- School of Public HealthUniversity of MemphisMemphisTennesseeUSA
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- School of Public HealthUniversity of MemphisMemphisTennesseeUSA
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- School of Public HealthUniversity of MemphisMemphisTennesseeUSA
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- School of Public HealthUniversity of MemphisMemphisTennesseeUSA
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Supports and Barriers to the Provision of Human Milk by Mothers of African American Preterm Infants. Adv Neonatal Care 2018; 18:179-188. [PMID: 29799821 DOI: 10.1097/anc.0000000000000477] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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BACKGROUND Mother's own milk (MOM) provides significant health benefits to very low birth-weight infants (VLBW, ≤1500 g). However, 60% of African American (AA) women initiate lactation, and less than 35% provide MOM 6 months following the birth of their infant. Previous research focuses on term infants and is not specific to AA mothers of VLBW infants. PURPOSE To qualitatively describe supports and barriers experienced by AA mothers while providing MOM for their VLBW infants. METHODS In this qualitative, descriptive study, we conducted semistructured interviews with AA mothers who provided MOM for their VLBW infant. Interviews were transcribed and manually coded concurrently with enrollment until theoretical saturation was achieved. Infant charts were reviewed for demographics, and triangulation with notes from the medical record by bedside nurse lactation consultants and other providers was performed to increase validity. Member checks were completed to ensure true meaning of responses. RESULTS Theoretical saturation was achieved after 9 interviews. Themes perceived to support provision of MOM included (1) Being a Mother; (2) Neonatal intensive care unit environment; (3) Community support; and (4) Useful resources. Themes that emerged as barriers to the provision of MOM were: (1) Maternal illness; (2) Milk expression; (3) Challenging home environment; and (4) Emotional distress. IMPLICATIONS FOR PRACTICE African American mothers report supports similar to published data but faced challenges not previously reported. These factors warrant attention by professionals who support lactation in this population. IMPLICATIONS FOR RESEARCH Future research will address perceived barriers to improve provision of MOM and the quality of the lactation journey of AA mothers of preterm infants.
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DeVane-Johnson S, Giscombe CW, Williams R, Fogel C, Thoyre S. A Qualitative Study of Social, Cultural, and Historical Influences on African American Women's Infant-Feeding Practices. J Perinat Educ 2018; 27:71-85. [PMID: 30863005 PMCID: PMC6388681 DOI: 10.1891/1058-1243.27.2.71] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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The purpose of this study was to describe cultural factors influencing African American mothers' perceptions about infant feeding. Analysis of six focus group discussions of diverse African American mothers yielded sociohistorical factors that are rarely explored in the breastfeeding literature. These factors are events, experiences, and other phenomena that have been culturally, socially, and generationally passed down and integrated into families, potentially influencing breastfeeding beliefs and behaviors. The results from this study illuminate fascinating aspects of African American history and the complex context that frames some African American women's choice about breastfeeding versus artificial supplementation feeding. This study also demonstrates the need for developing family centered and culturally relevant strategies to increase the African American breastfeeding rate.
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Women's Perspectives of Needs Surrounding Adverse Birth Outcomes: A Qualitative Assessment of the Neighborhood Impact of Adverse Birth Outcomes. Matern Child Health J 2017; 21:2219-2228. [PMID: 28755043 DOI: 10.1007/s10995-017-2343-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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Objectives African Americans are two times more likely to suffer adverse birth outcomes (i.e., low birth weight, preterm birth, and infant mortality) when compared to all other ethnic groups and this pattern is no different for Douglas County, Nebraska, where the majority of African Americans in Nebraska reside. Our goal was to identify factors, as described by local women, that contribute to adverse birth outcomes in the predominantly African American community of Northeast Douglas County in Omaha, NE, to ensure that these women's voices were included in the development of interventions to improve their neighborhood's birth outcomes. The paper describes the results of a qualitative needs assessment of these women which will aid in the design and implementation of neighborhood-based solutions. Methods We brought together a group of women with varying levels of birthing experience, time spent living in the neighborhood, and overall community involvement. Individual in-depth, in person, and telephone interviews were used to collect participants' perceptions of birth outcomes, neighborhood resources for pregnant women, and neighborhood strengths and weaknesses. Results The needs assessment identified that, although women in this neighborhood have experience with adverse birth outcomes, these experiences are not discussed resulting in a lack of awareness of the wide spread racial disparities in birth outcomes and the efforts and resources to address this public health problem. Conclusions for Practice This study reveals the power of direct conversations with women impacted by adverse birth outcomes, as they must be primary partners in any efforts to improve birth outcomes.
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DeVane-Johnson S, Woods-Giscombé C, Thoyre S, Fogel C, Williams R. Integrative Literature Review of Factors Related to Breastfeeding in African American Women: Evidence for a Potential Paradigm Shift. J Hum Lact 2017; 33:435-447. [PMID: 28380305 DOI: 10.1177/0890334417693209] [Citation(s) in RCA: 38] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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BACKGROUND Human milk has widespread health benefits for infants, mothers, and society. However, not all populations of women, particularly African American women, engage in human milk feeding at high rates. Research aim: The purpose of this integrative literature review is twofold: (a) to examine factors that influence low rates of human milk feeding among African American women and (b) to introduce a need for a methodological paradigm shift to develop culturally relevant and effective interventions. METHODS The authors searched four electronic social science databases for peer-reviewed journal articles pertaining to human milk among African American women published from 1990 to 2015. Both coauthors independently assessed these articles using thematic analysis and validation. The database search yielded 47 peer-reviewed articles. RESULTS Three main themes emerged explaining the human milk feeding disparity: (a) the social characteristics of women likely not to feed human milk (e.g., low socioeconomic status, single); (b) women's perceptions of human milk feeding; and (c) the quality of human milk feeding information provided by health care providers (i.e., limited human milk information). CONCLUSION Current literature does include sociohistorical factors that have shaped current norms. Adding sociohistorical frameworks, paying particular attention to the embodied experience of historical trauma, could lead to the development of new evidence-based, culturally sensitive interventions to enhance human milk feeding in the African American community.
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- 1 School of Nursing, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Durham, NC, USA
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- 1 School of Nursing, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Durham, NC, USA
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- 2 African American and Diaspora Studies, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Durham, NC, USA
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Asiodu IV, Waters CM, Dailey DE, Lyndon A. Infant Feeding Decision-Making and the Influences of Social Support Persons Among First-Time African American Mothers. Matern Child Health J 2017; 21:863-872. [PMID: 27565664 PMCID: PMC5329142 DOI: 10.1007/s10995-016-2167-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 65] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Background While breast milk is considered the gold standard of infant feeding, a majority of African American mothers are not exclusively breastfeeding their newborn infants. Objective The overall goal of this critical ethnographic research study was to describe infant feeding perceptions and experiences of African American mothers and their support persons. Methods Twenty-two participants (14 pregnant women and eight support persons) were recruited from public health programs and community based organizations in northern California. Data were collected through field observations, demographic questionnaires, and multiple in-person interviews. Thematic analysis was used to identify key themes. Results Half of the mothers noted an intention to exclusively breastfeed during the antepartum period. However, few mothers exclusively breastfed during the postpartum period. Many participants expressed guilt and shame for not being able to accomplish their antepartum goals. Life experiences and stressors, lack of breastfeeding role models, limited experiences with breastfeeding and lactation, and changes to the family dynamic played a major role in the infant feeding decision making process and breastfeeding duration. Conclusions for Practice Our observations suggest that while exclusivity goals were not being met, a considerable proportion of African American women were breastfeeding. Future interventions geared towards this population should include social media interventions, messaging around combination feeding, and increased education for identified social support persons. Public health measures aimed at reducing the current infant feeding inequities would benefit by also incorporating more culturally inclusive messaging around breastfeeding and lactation.
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- Ifeyinwa V Asiodu
- Department of Women, Children, and Family Health Science, College of Nursing, University of Illinois at Chicago, 845 South Damen Ave, NURS 839, Chicago, IL, 60612, USA.
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- Department of Community Health Systems, School of Nursing, University of California, San Francisco, San Francisco, CA, USA
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- Department of Family Health Care Nursing, School of Nursing, University of California, San Francisco, San Francisco, CA, USA
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- Department of Family Health Care Nursing, School of Nursing, University of California, San Francisco, San Francisco, CA, USA
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Schreck PK, Solem K, Wright T, Schulte C, Ronnisch KJ, Szpunar S. Both Prenatal and Postnatal Interventions Are Needed to Improve Breastfeeding Outcomes in a Low-Income Population. Breastfeed Med 2017; 12:142-148. [PMID: 28394657 DOI: 10.1089/bfm.2016.0131] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022]
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BACKGROUND Breastfeeding provides many health benefits for mothers and their infants that span their life course. Despite this, national breastfeeding rates are below benchmarks set by the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention). Breastfeeding rates in the Detroit low-income population are particularly low. OBJECTIVE To measure the effect of hospital-based prenatal and postnatal breastfeeding interventions on breastfeeding initiation and continuation rates in a low-income population. The interventions implemented were a prenatal breastfeeding education curriculum and a hospital-based breastfeeding support group. METHODS A total of 650 women were tracked via chart review and telephone survey after delivery to assess breastfeeding initiation, continuation, and goal achievement. The baseline group (n = 330) received care in the hospital-associated prenatal clinic before intervention implementation; the postintervention group (n = 320) received breastfeeding education and had a hospital-based breastfeeding support group made available to them, in which some participated. Data were analyzed using the chi-squared test and the Student's t-test. RESULTS Breastfeeding initiation rates were greater in the postintervention group (p < 0.0001). The breastfeeding continuation rate at or beyond 6 months did not differ among baseline and postintervention groups (p = 0.5), but was greater among women who also participated in the breastfeeding support group compared with women who participated in the prenatal intervention alone. Participation in interventions did not affect the rate, at which women reported meeting their breastfeeding goals. CONCLUSION Both prenatal education and ongoing postdischarge support are needed to improve breastfeeding continuation.
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- St. John Hospital and Medical Center , Detroit, Michigan
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- St. John Hospital and Medical Center , Detroit, Michigan
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- St. John Hospital and Medical Center , Detroit, Michigan
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Houghtaling B, Shanks CB, Jenkins M. Likelihood of Breastfeeding Within the USDA's Food and Nutrition Service Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children Population. J Hum Lact 2017; 33:83-97. [PMID: 28135478 PMCID: PMC5366039 DOI: 10.1177/0890334416679619] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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BACKGROUND Breastfeeding is an important public health initiative. Low-income women benefiting from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food and Nutrition Service Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) are a prime population for breastfeeding promotion efforts. Research aim: This study aims to determine factors associated with increased likelihood of breastfeeding for WIC participants. METHODS The Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis statement guided the systematic review of literature. Database searches occurred in September and October 2014 and included studies limited to the previous 10 years. The following search terms were used: low-income; WIC; women, infants, and children; breastfeeding; breast milk; and maternal and child health. The criterion for inclusion was a study sample of women and children enrolled in the WIC program, thereby excluding non-United States-based research. RESULTS Factors that increased the likelihood of breastfeeding for WIC participants included sociodemographic and health characteristics ( n = 17); environmental and media support ( n = 4); government policy ( n = 2); intention to breastfeed, breastfeeding in hospital, or previous breastfeeding experience ( n = 9); attitudes toward and knowledge of breastfeeding benefits ( n = 6); health care provider or social support; and time exposure to WIC services ( n = 5). CONCLUSION The complexity of breastfeeding behaviors within this population is clear. Results provide multisectored insight for future research, policies, and practices in support of increasing breastfeeding rates among WIC participants.
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- Bailey Houghtaling
- Department of Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg, VA, USA
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- Food and Health Lab, Department of Health and Human Development, Montana State University, Bozeman, MT, USA
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Does breast-feeding reduce offspring junk food consumption during childhood? Examinations by socio-economic status and race/ethnicity. Public Health Nutr 2017; 20:1441-1451. [DOI: 10.1017/s1368980016003517] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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AbstractObjectiveTo examine whether breast-feeding duration and socio-economic status (SES) interact to predict junk food consumption among offspring and whether the interaction differs across racial/ethnic groups.DesignSurvey research using a longitudinal panel design. Hierarchical linear regression was used to analyse the data.SettingIn-home interviews with the child’s parents over a 5-year period across the USA.SubjectsApproximately 10 000 American children from the Early Childhood Longitudinal Study: Birth Cohort (ECLS-B).ResultsThe findings revealed that longer breast-feeding durations correspond to lower levels of junk food consumption, but that this relationship emerges consistently only among low-SES blacks.ConclusionsEfforts to promote breast-feeding among low-SES black women may have the added benefit of reducing their children’s junk food intake, and may thereby promote their general health and well-being. Future research should seek to explore the mechanisms by which breast-feeding might benefit the dietary habits of low-SES black children.
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Canicali Primo C, de Oliveira Nunes B, de Fátima Almeida Lima E, Marabotti Costa Leite F, Barros de Pontes M, Gomes Brandão MA. Which factors influence women in the decision to breastfeed? INVESTIGACION Y EDUCACION EN ENFERMERIA 2016; 34:198-217. [PMID: 28569988 DOI: 10.17533/udea.iee.v34n1a22] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/28/2014] [Accepted: 09/01/2015] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Identify the factors that influence women in the decision to breastfeed. METHODS Integrative review. Information was gathered from original articles, case studies, theoretical studies, consensus and systematic reviews published between 2007-2013 in Spanish, Portuguese and English and recovered in the databases MEDLINE and LILACS. The descriptors used in this study were: breastfeeding, maternal behavior, risk factors, lactation and newborn. RESULTS Were included 30 articles, grouped into five categories. Factors influencing the decision of the breastfeeding woman are a convergence of breastfeeding's advantages, benefits and justifications, family, social and professional support, sociodemographic and clinical characteristics of women, personal experience and family tradition and personal choice. CONCLUSION The decision to breastfeed by women is influenced by a convergence of factors. It is essential the role of nursing to encourage women in the decision to initiate and maintain breastfeeding her child.
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Asiodu IV, Waters CM, Dailey DE, Lee KA, Lyndon A. Breastfeeding and use of social media among first-time African American mothers. J Obstet Gynecol Neonatal Nurs 2015; 44:268-78. [PMID: 25712127 PMCID: PMC4359664 DOI: 10.1111/1552-6909.12552] [Citation(s) in RCA: 99] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE To describe the use of social media during the antepartum and postpartum periods among first-time African American mothers and their support persons. DESIGN A qualitative critical ethnographic research design within the contexts of family life course development theory and Black feminist theory. SETTING Participants were recruited from community-based, public health, and home visiting programs. PARTICIPANTS A purposive sample was recruited, consisting of 14 pregnant African American women and eight support persons. METHODS Pregnant and postpartum African American women and their support persons were interviewed separately during the antepartum and postpartum periods. Data were analyzed thematically. RESULTS Participants frequently used social media for education and social support and searched the Internet for perinatal and parenting information. Most participants reported using at least one mobile application during their pregnancies and after giving birth. Social media were typically accessed through smartphones and/or computers using different websites and applications. Although participants gleaned considerable information about infant development from these applications, they had difficulty finding and recalling information about infant feeding. CONCLUSION Social media are an important vehicle to disseminate infant feeding information; however, they are not currently being used to full potential. Our findings suggest that future interventions geared toward African American mothers and their support persons should include social media approaches. The way individuals gather, receive, and interpret information is dynamic. The increasing popularity and use of social media platforms offers the opportunity to create more innovative, targeted mobile health interventions for infant feeding and breastfeeding promotion.
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Despite extensive evidence supporting the health benefits of breastfeeding, significant disparities exist between rates of breastfeeding among African American women and women of other races. Increasing rates of breastfeeding among African American women can contribute to the improved health of the African American population by decreasing rates of infant mortality and disease and by enhancing cognitive development. Additionally, higher rates of breastfeeding among African American women could foster maternal–child bonding and could contribute to stronger families, healthier relationships, and emotionally healthier adults. The purpose of this article is twofold: (a) to use the social-ecological model to explore the personal, socioeconomic, psychosocial, and cultural factors that affect the infant feeding decision-making processes of African American women and (b) to discuss the implications of these findings for clinical practice and research to eliminate current disparities in rates of breastfeeding.
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Evans A, Marinelli KA, Taylor JS. ABM clinical protocol #2: Guidelines for hospital discharge of the breastfeeding term newborn and mother: "The going home protocol," revised 2014. Breastfeed Med 2014; 9:3-8. [PMID: 24456024 PMCID: PMC3903163 DOI: 10.1089/bfm.2014.9996] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022]
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A central goal of The Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine is the development of clinical protocols for managing common medical problems that may impact breastfeeding success. These protocols serve only as guidelines for the care of breastfeeding mothers and infants and do not delineate an exclusive course of treatment or serve as standards of medical care. Variations in treatment may be appropriate according to the needs of an individual patient.
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- Amy Evans
- University of California San Francisco—Fresno, Fresno, California
- Center for Breastfeeding Medicine and Mother's Resource Center at Community Regional Medical Center, Fresno, California
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- Division of Neonatology and Connecticut Human Milk Research Center, Connecticut Children's Medical Center, Hartford, Connecticut
- University of Connecticut School of Medicine, Farmington, Connecticut
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Spencer BS, Grassley JS. African American women and breastfeeding: an integrative literature review. Health Care Women Int 2013; 34:607-25. [PMID: 23445372 DOI: 10.1080/07399332.2012.684813] [Citation(s) in RCA: 46] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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The purpose of this article is to present a review of literature regarding factors that influence breastfeeding intentions, initiation, and duration in the African American population. Research related to health disparities experienced by African Americans in the United States, as well as research regarding the protective benefits of breastfeeding for those specific health disparities, are also presented. Community and institutional interventions and promotional campaigns aimed at increasing initiation and duration of breastfeeding in the African American population are discussed. Future research regarding African American women's breastfeeding experiences using Black feminist thought as a theoretical foundation is recommended.
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- Becky S Spencer
- Louise Herrington School of Nursing, Baylor University, Dallas, TX 75246, USA.
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The purpose of this study was to examine how culture influenced breast-feeding decisions in African American and white women, using the Theory of Culture Care Diversity and Universality as a framework. One hundred eighty-six participants responded to the following: The word culture means beliefs and traditions passed down by your family and friends. How has culture affected how you plan to feed your baby? Qualitative content analysis was used to analyze the data. Four categories of responses were identified: influences of family, known benefits of breast-feeding, influences of friends, and personal choice. The findings suggest that race alone may not be as influential in infant feeding decisions as other factors. Although some women acknowledged the effect of their cultural background and experiences, most women reported that their culture did not affect their infant feeding decision. In this population, breast-feeding decisions were based on the influences of family, friends, self, and the perceived knowledge of breast-feeding benefits. Although breast-feeding statistics are commonly reported by race, cultural influences on infant feeding decisions may transcend race and include the influence of family and friends, learned information from impersonal sources, and information that is shared and observed from other people.
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WIC Participation and Breastfeeding Among White and Black Mothers: Data from Mississippi. Matern Child Health J 2012. [DOI: 10.1007/s10995-012-1198-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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Koerber A, Brice L, Tombs E. Breastfeeding and problematic integration: results of a focus-group study. HEALTH COMMUNICATION 2011; 27:124-144. [PMID: 21834716 DOI: 10.1080/10410236.2011.571754] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/31/2023]
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This article reports on a subset of data from nine focus groups. Participants included new and expectant mothers and their partners, friends, and relatives. The larger goal of the focus groups was to understand local infant-feeding practices of mothers in our region. The subset of data reported in this article pertains to breastfeeding failure. The experience of breastfeeding failure, as described by participants in this study, is analyzed through the lens of Babrow's (1992) concept of problematic integration.
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- Amy Koerber
- Department of English, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX 79409-3091, USA.
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Shaheen Premani Z, Kurji Z, Mithani Y. To explore the experiences of women on reasons in initiating and maintaining breastfeeding in urban area of karachi, pakistan: an exploratory study. ISRN PEDIATRICS 2011; 2011:514323. [PMID: 22389780 PMCID: PMC3263569 DOI: 10.5402/2011/514323] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/24/2011] [Accepted: 03/31/2011] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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This is an exploratory study that explores the experiences of lactating women in initiating, continuing, or discontinuing breastfeeding in an urban area of Karachi, Pakistan. Objectives. To explore the experiences of lactating women and to understand their support and hindering mechanisms in initiating and maintaining breastfeeding. Methods. This is an exploratory design assisting in exploring the participant's experiences of initiating and maintaining breastfeeding to better understand their world. Purposive sampling was used, and data was analyzed through manual thematic analysis. Results. The data revealed that mother's knowledge, sociocultural environment, breastfeeding decision, and self- and professional support acted as driving forces for the participants. However, sociocultural environment, physiological changes, time management, and being a housewife to breastfeed their children were all challenges and barriers that the participants thought hindered their breastfeeding initiation and maintenance. Conclusion. Breastfeeding is a natural but taxing phenomenon, and breastfeeding mothers experience supporting and hindering factors in initiating and maintaining breastfeeding.
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Tenfelde S, Finnegan L, Hill PD. Predictors of breastfeeding exclusivity in a WIC sample. J Obstet Gynecol Neonatal Nurs 2011; 40:179-89. [PMID: 21314715 DOI: 10.1111/j.1552-6909.2011.01224.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE To examine predictors of breastfeeding exclusivity in low-income women who received services from a Chicago area clinic of the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children Program (WIC). DESIGN A secondary data analysis of existing clinical and administrative data. SETTING An urban community health center serving low-income families. PARTICIPANTS Two hundred and thirty-five (235) low-income women who initiated breastfeeding and received WIC services. METHODS Logistic regression models were fit to existing prenatal and postpartum data to determine predictors of breastfeeding exclusivity during the immediate postpartum period. RESULTS Only 23% of the sample breastfed exclusively. Women who received first-trimester prenatal care were more likely to exclusively breastfeed than women who entered prenatal care in later trimesters (OR = 2.02, p ≤ 0.05). Women who declared intentions prenatally to exclusively breastfeed were more likely to exclusively breastfeed than women who did not intend to breastfeed (OR = 3.85, p ≤ 0.001). Overweight/obese women were less likely to exclusively breastfeed than normal/underweight women (OR = 0.50, p ≤ 0.05). CONCLUSION Findings from this study can be used to develop tailored interventions to promote breastfeeding exclusivity among low-income WIC recipients.
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- Sandi Tenfelde
- Marcella Niehoff School of Nursing, Loyola University, Maywood, IL, USA.
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Sisk P, Quandt S, Parson N, Tucker J. Breast milk expression and maintenance in mothers of very low birth weight infants: supports and barriers. J Hum Lact 2010; 26:368-75. [PMID: 20930219 DOI: 10.1177/0890334410371211] [Citation(s) in RCA: 54] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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The study objective was to identify patterns of factors that supported or hindered initiation of breast milk expression and maintenance of breast milk production after the birth of a very low birth weight (VLBW) infant in a sample of US women with varied prenatal infant feeding intentions. In-depth interviews were conducted 1 to 6 months after delivery in 32 women who initiated breast milk expression after encouragement from hospital staff. Pregnancy complications, anxiety regarding their infant's health, and lack of privacy interfered with initiation of milk expression. After hospital discharge, using manual or small electric breast pumps, travel to the neonatal intensive care unit, return to work, and difficulty with time management interfered with maintenance of breast milk production. Family support, positive attitudes toward pumping, and anticipation of breastfeeding supported maintenance of breast milk production. From these data emerge points of intervention where additional support could improve mothers' experiences and increase duration of breast milk feeding.
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- Paula Sisk
- Department of Pediatrics, Wake Forest University Health Sciences, Sara Lee Center for Women's Health, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27103, USA
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Lewallen LP, Street DJ. Initiating and Sustaining Breastfeeding in African American Women. J Obstet Gynecol Neonatal Nurs 2010; 39:667-74. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1552-6909.2010.01196.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
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- Brook Belay
- Division of Nutrition and Physical Activity, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta, Georgia 30341, USA.
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