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UNITAR BEFI Webinar Series 2

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The Global Breastfeeding Education Initiative (BFEI) Webinar Series, hosted by UNITAR, promotes breastfeeding education and improves maternal and child health outcomes globally. This series serves as a crucial resource for healthcare professionals committed to advancing breastfeeding through evidence-based education and practices. The series consist of three webinars: this is the second webinar of the series.

  1. Beyond Milk: Breastfeeding and Mastitis
    Date: 30 October 2024, 03:00 PM (GMT+2:00)
    This webinar addresses the epidemiology and psychology of mastitis, effective management and prevention strategies, and the impact of mastitis on human milk microbiota.

    Agenda

    The following topics will be discussed during this session:

    • Epidemiology of Mastitis (background, prevalence & incidence)
    • Psychology of Mastitis: How Mastitis Impacts Breastfeeding
    • Management of Mastitis (prevention, risk factors, complications, treatment)
    • Microbiology of Mastitis: Effects of Mastitis on Human Milk Microbiota

    The overall objective will be to educate participants about mastitis, including its causes, symptoms, prevention, and management strategies, empowering them to effectively support breastfeeding mothers in preventing and addressing mastitis to ensure the continuation of successful breastfeeding journeys.

    Learning Objectives

    1. Understand the background of mastitis, including its definition, prevalence, and incidence worldwide.
    2. Identify risk factors associated with mastitis occurrence in breastfeeding mothers.
    3. Explore the emotional and psychological impact of mastitis on breastfeeding mothers.
    4. Learn strategies to provide psychological support and encouragement to breastfeeding mothers affected by mastitis.
    5. Learn about evidence-based treatment options for mastitis, including pharmacological and non-pharmacological approaches.
    6. Gain insights into the impact of mastitis on the composition and diversity of human milk microbiota.

    Learn about emerging trends and advancements in understanding the microbiological aspects of mastitis and their implications for clinical practice.

    Speakers

    Dr. Maria Carmen Collado

    Microbiology of Mastitis: Effects of Mastitis on Human Milk Microbiota

    Professor Michael Abou-Dakn

    Epidemiology of Mastitis: Background, Prevalence & Incidence

    Management of Mastitis: Prevention, Risk Factors, Complications & Treatment 

    Dr. Wendy Thomson

    Psychology of Mastitis: How Mastitis Impacts Breastfeeding

     

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