Modelling consultation rates in infancy: influence of maternal and infant characteristics, feeding type and consultation history

[摘要] Background: Severity of illness, sociodemographic factors, and breastfeeding have been identified as predictors of consultation rates in infants, and prescriptions for antibiotics have been found to increase future consultation rates in older children. The Baby Check trial (1996–1998) provided detailed information about consultations for 935 babies during their first 6 months.

[学科分类] 卫生学

[关键词] breastfeeding;consultation;infants;primary health care;statistical models