Journal Article

The Impact of the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children on Child Health

By Carlson A, Senauer B

Abstract

Data from the third National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey are used to analyze the effect of the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program and other factors on the health of U.S. preschool children. Ordered probit equations are estimated for the physician’s overall evaluation of the child’s health. The WIC Program has a significant positive impact on the overall health of children. In particular, children in households participating in WIC are significantly more likely to be in excellent health. Increased household income also improves their health.

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Date Added
March 21, 2018

Citation
Carlson A, Senauer B (2003) The Impact of the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children on Child Health. American Journal Of Agricultural Economics: Vol. 85, Issue 2, p. 479-491. Available online: https://academic.oup.com/ajae/article-abstract/85/2/479/122522?redirectedFrom=PDF