Current Affairs - Important Days - Discussion

World Breastfeeding Week 2026 was observed globally from August 1 to 7 to promote awareness about breastfeeding, child health, nutrition, and poverty reduction. The global theme for 2026 was “Breastfeeding for a Sustainable Start in Life: Strengthen What Works”. The observance was coordinated by the World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action (WABA), World Health Organisation (WHO), and UNICEF. Key recommendations include initiating breastfeeding within the first hour after birth, exclusively breastfeeding infants for the first six months, and continuing breastfeeding for two years or beyond alongside appropriate complementary foods.