Healthy People 2010 Objectives for the Nation
Healthy People 2010 is a national health promotion and disease prevention initiative that brings together national, state, and local government agencies; nonprofit, voluntary, and professional organizations, businesses, communities; and individuals to address major public health issues. The report Healthy People 2010, released by the Department of Health and Human Services in January 2000, includes 28 subject areas and 467 specific objectives that serve as a roadmap for improving the nation's health during the first decade of the 21st century.
Objectives on breastfeeding are in Section 16: Maternal, Infant, and Child Health, Objective 16-19 which reads: "Increase the proportion of mothers who breastfeed their babies."
2010 Target and 1998 baseline percentages:
| Objective | Increase in Mothers Who Breastfeed | 1998 Baseline (percent) | 2010 Target (percent) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16-19a | In early postpartum period | 64 | 75 |
| 16-19b | At 6 months | 29 | 50 |
| 16-19c | At 1 year | 16 | 25 |
Related Resources
For supportive data regarding this objective, visit Healthy People 2010.
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Page last updated: May 22, 2007
Content Source: Division of Nutrition and Physical Activity, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion