Healthcare

Using Medicaid Data to Improve Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program Outcomes and Blood Lead Surveillance

Abstract Context: Wisconsin-specific data revealed that not all Medicaid providers were testing children appropriately for blood lead levels and not all blood lead tests were reported to the Department of Health […]

Association of Maternal Depressive Symptoms and Offspring Physical Health in Low-Income Families

Abstract Objectives: The present study sought to examine the association between maternal depressive symptoms and characteristics of offspring physical health, including health status, health behaviors, and healthcare utilization, among low-income […]

Integrating Obstetrical Care and WIC Nutritional Services to Address Maternal Obesity and Postpartum Weight Retention

Abstract Objective: This pilot study evaluated a cost neutral, integrated Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women Infants and Children (WIC) and obstetrical service model designed to prevent postpartum weight retention […]

Racial Differences in Birth Outcomes and Costs in Relation to Prenatal WIC Participation

This study analyzed birth outcomes and the cost of infant hospitalization at delivery for black and non-black Medicaid clients, in relation to their level of prenatal participation in the WIC Program. Based on the results, prenatal WIC participation was associated with lower Medicaid costs and better birth outcomes, particularly for blacks.

Child Participation in WIC: Medicaid Costs and Use of Healthcare Services

This study examines the relationship between child participation in WIC to Medicaid costs and use of healthcare services in North Carolina. Medicaid-enrolled children participating in the WIC Program showed greater use of all types of healthcare services, compared with Medicaid-enrolled children who were not WIC participants.

Closing Health Insurance Gaps for Families: WIC Can Make It Happen

An issue brief on how to improve health insurance coverage for low-income families and children through WIC referrals and partnership.

Elena: A New Mother’s Journey

Fotonovella for worksite lactation accommodation.

Elena: El Camino de una Futura Madera

Fotonovella for worksite lactation accommodation.

Charting a New Course to Improve the Quality of Perinatal Care

Annual state and county fact sheets on California hospital breastfeeding rates, policies, and practices.

Using Data to Drive Change: California Continues to Increase In-Hospital Breastfeeding Rates

Bi-annual state report, annual state & county fact sheets on CA hospital breastfeeding rates, policies and practices.