University of Saskatchewan Partners with CHEP for Infant Nutrition Study
Posted May 26, 2010
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – May 26, 2010
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A team of U of S nutrition and dietetic researchers have found that a lack of support, access and affordability create barrier to infant food security for low-income families in Saskatoon. The results of the team’s study will be published in the Canadian Journal of Dietetic Practice and Research this summer.
The study, a collaborative effort between the U of S and CHEP Good Food Inc., is entitled “Infant Nutrition in Saskatoon: Barriers to Infant Food Security” and sought to review the accessibility to infant nourishment and determine effective nutrition programs. Funded in part by Saskatchewan Social Services, the study suggests that infant nutrition and food security should be improved by expanding education and programming opportunities, increasing breastfeeding support and identifying acceptable ways to provide emergency formula.
Since the study was completed, a number of recommendations have been implemented, such as the collaboration of hospital nurses, community groups like CHEP and nutritionists. Efforts include working to increase breastfeeding support for new moms in hospital, increase infant formula supports, provide access of vitamin D drops for babies and good food for families.
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For more information, contact:
Heather Dawson, Advancement Officer
College of Pharmacy and Nutrition
University of Saskatchewan
Tel: (306) 966-2502
Cell: (306) 221-0129
Email: heather.dawson@usask.ca
