A critical look at exclusive breastfeeding in Africa: Through the lens of diffusion of innovation theory
Background: Exclusive breastfeeding is a practice widely promoted across many developing countries. Despite all the potential advantages and three decades of promotional efforts, exclusive breastfeeding remains short of expectations with a consistent low rate of practice in sub-Sahara Africa since i...
Main Authors: | Olabisi Oyelana, Joyce Kamanzi, Solina Richter |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Elsevier
2021-01-01
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Series: | International Journal of Africa Nursing Sciences |
Online Access: | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S221413912030144X |
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