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  • 1Unit for Health Services Research and International Cooperation, Istituto per l'Infanzia, Via dell'lstria 65/1, 34137 Trieste, Italy. cattaneo@burlo.trieste.it

European Journal of Public Health
|January 5, 2002
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Financial penalties in Italy significantly boosted exclusive breastfeeding rates. This targeted approach improved infant feeding practices, meeting recommended guidelines.

Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Health Policy
  • Infant Nutrition

Background:

  • Breastfeeding rates in many countries fall below recommended levels, highlighting the need for national promotion strategies.
  • A breastfeeding promotion program was implemented in a region of Italy, incorporating objectives and financial penalties.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the impact of a breastfeeding promotion program with financial incentives on breastfeeding rates.
  • To assess the effectiveness of regional health authority planning and local health authority targets in promoting breastfeeding.

Main Methods:

  • An observational study was conducted across maternity hospitals and immunization clinics in Friuli Venezia Giulia, Italy.
  • Breastfeeding rates (exclusive, predominant, complementary) were measured at birth and 16-19 weeks of age.

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  • Data collection occurred at hospital discharge and second mandatory immunization, using standard definitions.

    • Main Results:

    • All participating health authorities and hospitals established breastfeeding reporting systems and promotion activities.
    • A significant increase in exclusive breastfeeding rates was observed at discharge and 16-19 weeks between 1998 and 1999.
    • A corresponding reduction in complementary breastfeeding rates was noted during the study period.

    Conclusions:

    • Financial penalties, as part of a structured plan, can be an effective tool for promoting exclusive breastfeeding.
    • Objective-based planning and accountability measures can drive improvements in public health initiatives like breastfeeding support.