Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Supplemental Nutrition Programs

Evidence Step: Strong Evidence Strong Evidence Two or more rigorous evaluations support the program model.
Department: Health
Priority Area: Strong Families and Communities

Program Description

The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) provides screening, counseling, and supplemental foods to low-income pregnant and postpartum breastfeeding women and supplemental foods to infants and children at risk due to inadequate nutrition. Through promotion and modification of food practices, this program seeks to minimize the risk of complications to mothers and children, maximize normal development, and improve the health status of the targeted high-risk population.

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Details

Program Demographic: Infancy / Early Childhood, Adolescents / Young Adults, Adults, Gender-specific
Delivery Setting: Organization / Business / Local Government, Mobile, Other Community Setting
Current Participants: 212,097

Research

Maternal and Child Outcomes Associated With the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)