If you intend to donate baby formula to natural disaster victims, think again. Various things and conditions in the disaster environment might actually pose risks that endanger the baby. The National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB) states, formula feeding in disaster areas may increase the risk of diarrhea, malnutrition, and infant death. At present, donations of formula milk or other baby products (bottles, pacifiers, pacifiers) can only be given with the approval of the local Health Office. Risks of Providing Formula Milk in Disaster Areas Although formula milk may be needed by infants who do not get breast milk (ASI), but in fact this product can actually be dangerous if given in the area of planning. Here are a few reasons: Not enough equipment is available Various equipment to prepare and provide formula milk, such as spoons and bottles, are not necessarily available. Even if there is, this equipment will not be clean and sterile. The place is dirty and difficult to ...