Human immunodeficiency virus and infant feeding

Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) continues to be a significant health issue both globally and in the UK. Mother-to-child transmission of HIV mainly occurs in utero and during delivery but can happen through breastfeeding. Increased attention has been focussed on strategies to prevent mother-to-child transmission of HIV. This article discusses the current World Health Organization (WHO) recommendations and the UK guidelines for infant feeding in HIV-infected mothers.