Asmara: World Breastfeeding Week is being observed from 1 to 7 August with various activities under the theme "Prioritize Breastfeeding - Create Sustainable Support System." At a national-level ceremony organized today in Asmara, Sister Amleset Hagos from the Ministry of Health stated that breastfeeding protects against various diseases, supports physical and mental development, contains all essential nutrients, and ensures the future health of infants. Sister Amleset also called on all institutions to establish daycare centers to ease the burden on breastfeeding mothers.
According to African Press Organization, the initiative highlights the importance of developing support systems for breastfeeding mothers. The event aims to raise awareness and encourage practices that promote the health benefits of breastfeeding for both mothers and their children.