Postedby:Alana Milton, MD
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Sara Schroder, MD
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Vanessa Shanks, MD, FAAP on Aug 03, 2021
As we celebrate World Breastfeeding Week, it is important to debunk some common myths about human milk feeding that can make things harder for new parents.
Many children were hopeful that school would look typical in the fall with no safety measures needed. However, if schools return without safety measures, there is a large risk for an outbreak that may lead to a return to remote learning.
Suicide is the second leading cause of death in 10- to 19-year-olds. Little research exists on the rate of Black youth suicide specifically, but we do know it is on the rise.
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