Field note
Apr 10 2019
Breastmilk for all: Launch of new human milk bank at Tu Du Hospital in Viet Nam
Breastfeeding is vital for child survival and development, and contributes to the socioeconomic growth of families, communities, and nations.
Brief
Apr 05 2019
Briefing note: Breastmilk for all babies: Tu Du Hospital human milk bank
For infants unable to receive breastmilk from their mothers, human milk banks (HMBs) serve a vital role. Since 2017, with assistance from A&T and support from Irish Aid, Tu Du Hospital has been working to establish the country’s second HMB.
Poster/Graphic
Feb 01 2019
Components of human milk bank processes and services
Human milk bank (HMB) services are an essential component of a breastfeeding-friendly health system. HMB services give at-risk infants, such as those born pre-term or low birthweight, access to the multiple benefits of breastmilk when they need it most.
Brief
Feb 01 2019
Briefing note: Making space for human milk banks: Lessons learned from Viet Nam
Human milk bank (HMB) services are an essential component of a breastfeeding-friendly health system. HMB services give at-risk infants, such as those born pre-term or low birthweight, access to the multiple benefits of breastmilk when they need it most.
Brief
Feb 01 2019
Briefing note: Ensuring every infant has access to breastmilk: Human milk banks in the ASEAN region
The first six months of life are critical for child health and development. Breastmilk provides all the nutrients infants need during this period, supporting brain development and reducing the risk of infection and malnutrition.
Brief
Jul 01 2017
Human milk bank guidance document: Pre-requisites for setting up a human milk bank
In February 2017, the first human milk bank in Viet Nam opened in the Da Nang Hospital for Women and Children (DNHWC). The Ministry of Health and Alive & Thrive selected to establish these services at the DNHWC because of the hospital’s existing emphasis on breastfeeding.