of U.S. children (nearly 16.4 million) lived in poverty.
Jeng, Karen; March, Elizabeth
Children’s HealthWatch; The Annie E. Casey Foundation
2009
This report by Children’s HealthWatch highlights the implications of the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) on very young children. The report details research indicating that WIC improves children’s health as well as reduces the risk of developmental delays.