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Article: USDA PROCLAIMS WIC NATIONAL BREASTFEEDING WEEK
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- US Fed News Service, Including US State News
- Article date:
- August 1, 2006
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food and Nutrition Service has issued the following press release:
The U.S. Department of Agriculture today issued a proclamation declaring the week of August 1-7 to be WIC National Breastfeeding Week.
"Breastfeeding provides optimal infant nutrition. In recognition of World Breastfeeding Week, we honor breastfeeding mothers and recognize the dedication of WIC staff and community partners working to promote the benefits of breastfeeding," said Kate Coler, Deputy Under Secretary for Food, Nutrition and Consumer Services.
The proclamation issued today recognizes the efforts of breastfeeding mothers, fathers, families, health and medical professionals, and ...