Infant feeding and COVID-19 misinformation (October 2020)

The webinar aims to discuss the misinformation and misconceptions surrounding COVID-19 and breastfeeding. The transcript includes a presentation by Kiersten Israel-Ballard, who highlights the importance of addressing misinformation and its impact on infant feeding practices. The presentation is followed by a panel discussion featuring four experts from different regions of the world, including Kenya, Southeast Asia, Latin America, and the United States. The panelists share their experiences and insights on the myths, rumors, and beliefs surrounding COVID-19 and infant feeding in their respective regions. The discussion focuses on the sources of misinformation, how it is spread, and what can be done to address it.