Health Ministry and UNICEF launch maternal and infant support program
The Lebanese Ministry of Public Health, in collaboration with UNICEF and other international organizations, has launched a national campaign to promote breastfeeding and improve the nutrition of infants and young children. The campaign aims to increase the current rate of exclusive breastfeeding, which is at 23%, in order to better support children's health and growth. It focuses on raising awareness, protecting breastfeeding through monitoring the marketing of breast milk substitutes, and providing support in baby-friendly hospitals. The government and UNICEF are working to build the capacity of healthcare workers and develop policies that ensure continuous support for mothers and children, with an emphasis on the importance of breastfeeding during the first year of life—especially in the first six months—and providing free consultations to mothers via helplines. The initiative seeks to improve complementary feeding and achieve higher rates of exclusive breastfeeding, aligning with Lebanon's 2030 vision to strengthen public health.
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