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The Abbott Powdered Formula Scandal
After the global recall of potentially contaminatedAbbott powdered formulas and one human milkfortifier, many questions remained unanswered.Abbott used the media to deny responsibility,deceive the public and denigrate critics.It is important to place the facts on record beforethey are buried. Each question is answered by asummary of the facts and provides further evidencebacked up by referencesRead More »The Abbott Powdered Formula Scandal
Adoption of front-of-pack nutrition warnings can help decrease obesity, cardiovascular disease, type-2 diabetes and some cancers in the Americas
RENO, Nev. — The adoption of best practice front-of-pack nutrition labeling in more countries of Americas can help reduce poor-nutrition related non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as cardiovascular disease, type-2 diabetes, high blood pressure and some… Read More »Adoption of front-of-pack nutrition warnings can help decrease obesity, cardiovascular disease, type-2 diabetes and some cancers in the Americas
WHO Global Strategy for Food Safety – why does it fail to protect babies?
As you know, IBFAN greatly values WHO’s efforts to protect maternal and child health and its clear wish to strengthen Member States’ food safety capacity. However, following the launch of the WHO Global Strategy for Food Safety on Monday we feel we must express our concerns that private sector interests are unduly influencing and risk undermining WHO’s normative work. The StrategyRead More »WHO Global Strategy for Food Safety – why does it fail to protect babies?
IBFAN defends Mexico’s warning label against food industry attacks
The ultra-processed products and sugary drinks industry is seeking, through injunctions, to delay and eliminate Mexico’s front warning labeling, putting their commercial interests before the health of Mexicans. despite the fact that the front warning labeling… Read More »IBFAN defends Mexico’s warning label against food industry attacks
COP27
I deeply believe that COP27 is an opportunity to showcase unity against an existential threat that we can only overcome through concerted action and effective implementation.
WHO Global Strategy for Food Safety – why does it fail to protect babies?
As you know, IBFAN greatly values WHO’s efforts to protect maternal and child health and its clear wish to strengthen Member States’ food safety capacity. However, following the launch of the WHO Global Strategy for Food… Read More »WHO Global Strategy for Food Safety – why does it fail to protect babies?
Breastfeeding International Emergency Response with IBFAN Pakistan Report
June 2022, The worst .floods in Pakistan‘s history put a third of the country under water and killed 1,717 people. The monsoon rains, melting glaciers and severe heat wave were all linked to climate change. It is the world’s deadliest flood since the 2020 South… Read More »Breastfeeding International Emergency Response with IBFAN Pakistan Report
ABM STATEMENT ON CORONAVIRUS 2019 (COVID-19)
Please note: information about COVID-19 transmission is emerging daily. The Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine’s recommendations are current as of the publication date. Please consult resources such as the CDC and the WHO for the most recent guidance.... Visit Website