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37:43Now PlayingPakistan's first human milk bank, launched in June 2024, has been temporarily suspended due to religious concerns, sparking a heated debate in the Muslim-majority nation. While supporters argue that the initiative is crucial for infant health, religious scholars claim it violates Islamic law regarding breastfeeding. The controversy centers around the concept of "milk kinship" in Islam, which establishes a familial-like relationship between a woman and a child she breastfeeds. Despite initially receiving religious approval, the Sindh Institute of Child Health and Neonatology (SICHN) halted operations after a revised fatwa from religious authorities. SICHN stated, "This decision is in compliance with the updated religious guidance and reflects our ongoing commitment to operate within the framework of Islamic jurisprudence." The institute now seeks further guidance from religious bodies, highlighting the complex intersection of modern healthcare practices and religious traditions in Pakistan. This situation underscores the challenges faced by Muslim-majority countries in implementing potentially life-saving medical initiatives while adhering to religious principles.
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