What’s Happening at WIC
Stay up-to-date on events, resources, programs, research, and more from PHFE WIC.
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Speak Up When You’re Down


Depression or anxiety after pregnancy and in the first year postpartum is very common. Changes to your body, less sleep, and worries about caring for…
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Tax Credits for Parents Do NOT Affect WIC Benefits


Families may qualify for cash-back tax credits worth hundreds or thousands of dollars from the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), Child Tax Credit (CTC), California…
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WIC and CalFresh EBT are Better Together


By March 2023, millions of California families will experience a sudden decrease in CalFresh (the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program or SNAP) benefits – the CalFresh…
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988 Crisis & Support Lifeline Available 24/7


988 provides 24/7 free and confidential support connection if you or someone you know is: Just call or text 988 or chat www.988lifeline.org, and a…
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Recall: ProSobee Simply Plant-Based Formula


Reckitt, a producer of nutrition products, has voluntarily recalled two small batches of Enfamil ProSobee Infant Formula due to possible contamination of bacteria. The two…
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Closed Presidents’ Day, Monday, Feb. 20


In observance of Presidents’ Day, PHFE WIC will be CLOSED on Monday, February 20. We will resume WIC services on on Tuesday, February 21 from 9:00 a.m. to…
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It’s an Egg-cellent Time to Shop With WIC


Egg prices are rising, but using your WIC benefits can make grocery shopping easier! There is an egg shortage due to the avian flu and…
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PHFE WIC’s Kiran Saluja Recognized for Breastfeeding Advocacy


Congratulations to Kiran Saluja, MPH, RDN, the Executive Director at PHFE WIC who recently received the Center for Health Equity, Education, and Research (CHEER) 2022…
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Keep Your Food Safe During Power Outages


If you’re experiencing a power outage, some refrigerated or frozen foods may still be safe to eat. Keep your food safe to prevent foodborne illness.…
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WIC Families Buy More With the WIC Bump


WIC families receive a cash value (CVB) for fruits and vegetables as part of their WIC food package each month. Since June 2021, the U.S.…





