Over 70 studies have proven the effectiveness of WIC.

  • Participation in WIC reduces anemia levels in children. Anemia is a serious nutritional problem which makes it difficult for children to learn and pay attention.
  • WIC families eat more nutritious foods.
  • WIC children have better immunization rates.
  • WIC participation reduces infant mortality.
  • WIC improves pregnancy outcomes. Pregnant women who participate in WIC seek prenatal care earlier.
  • A study was conducted comparing (A) WIC children and (B) children who did not participate in WIC. Group (A)’s mothers enrolled in WIC during pregnancy and their children continued on WIC until graduation from the program at age 5. Group (B)’s mother were eligible for WIC, but for one reason or another, did not participate. The study showed that the WIC children from group (A) had better visual-motor abilities, better vocabularies and better memories.
  • For every $1 spent on WIC there is an average savings of $4.21 in Medicaid costs.