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Date: | Thu, 27 May 1999 21:16:59 EDT |
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I am a hospital based LC in a large Pennsylvania Hospital. I had a call
today regarding a mother whose child may not be permitted to have pumped
breast milk in day care because the care providers consider the milk to be a
body fluid capable of transmitting HIV, Hepatitis, etc. There was a question
concerning whether gloves should be worn while giving the bottles and if the
bottles could be stored in a refrigerator with bottles of formula and other
food. Ridiculous, I know. I relayed information I had regarding the CDC
stating that gloves are not necessary for handling breast milk in addition to
my opinion that there is a much higher risk from changing diapers. I would
appreciate any references any of you may have that would make these people
feel more comfortable with this situation. I do not think finding another
day care is an option at this time. As usual, thanks in advance for your
help. Kathy Romberger, RNC, IBCLC
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