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New milk bank a 'huge win' for sick and premature babies

Breast milk is stored for distribution

Breast milk is stored for distribution Source: AAP

Hundreds of premature babies across New South Wales will now have access to donated breast milk, following the launch of the first state-wide milk bank. The Australian Red Cross Blood Service hopes its opening will prompt eligible mothers to donate excess breast milk to help save lives.


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Hundreds of premature babies across New South Wales will now have access to donated breast milk, following the launch of the first state-wide milk bank. The Australian Red Cross Blood Service hopes its opening will prompt eligible mothers to donate excess breast milk to help save lives.



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