Backup Documents 07/28/2009 Item # 4D
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PROCLAMA TION
WHEREAS, a community in which breastfeeding is the norm enjoys health consequences
that reverberate throughout the community,' and,
WHEREAS, all available knowledge indicates that breastfeeding enhances optimal brain
development provided by nutrients and interaction and protects babies from
illness that can cause malnutrition, learning, and hearing difficulties,' and,
WHEREAS, in Collier County, preparedness for emergencies is important and being able to
continue breastfeeding can bring comfort and a sense of normalcy, even in
stressful situations, that would be otherwise devastating for families that
rely on access to formula, sanitation, and refrigeration when the established
supply for the baby is bottled milk,' and,
WHEREAS, for breastfeeding to become a cultural norm once more, it is important to
include basic facts about breastfeeding in the educational system,' and,
WHEREAS, breastfeeding is recognized by major medical organizations, such as the
American Academy of Pediatrics, the American College of Obstetrics and
Gynecologists, the American Academy of Family Physicians, the American
Diabetic Association, the National Association of WIC (Women, Infants and
Children) Directors, UNICEF (United Nations Children's Fund) and WHO
(World Health Organization),' and,
WHEREAS, La Leche League in the USA celebrates World Breastfeeding Week as part of
a Global initiative on the protection, promotion, and support of breastfeeding
with more than 120 countries participating.
NOW THEREFORE, be it proclaimed by the Board of County Commissioners of Collier
County, Florida, that August, 2009 be designated as
BREASTFEEDING AWARENESS MONTH
with special emphasis on breastfeeding promotion and urge all citizens to join
us in seeking reliable nutrition and supporting breastfeeding as a high priority
for healthier babies in Collier County.
DONE AND ORDERED THIS 28th Day of July, 2009.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA
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DONNA 'FIALA, CHAIRMAN
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