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These resources – like the public health crisis itself – are constantly evolving and are only current as to the date of publication. This page was last updated on April 26, 2020.

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Description of Program and Relief

Women, Infants, and Children Program (WIC)

The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) is designed to provide supplemental food assistance and nutrition education to low-income pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to the age of five. In addition to providing healthy supplemental foods, nutrition education, and breastfeeding support, the program also provides referrals to other health, welfare, and community-based services. Although there is no specific guidance related to COVID-19, women and children may be eligible if they meet the general eligibility requirements.

In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, claimants need no longer appear in person to apply for or collect benefits.

Government or Lead Agency

Mississippi Department of Health

Dates Available

Effective immediately

Eligibility Requirements/Restrictions

Mississippi pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to the age of five who are determined by a healthcare professional to be at nutritional risk may participate in this program if the applicant’s household gross income is equal to or less than WIC income guidelines, which are available here: https://msdh.ms.gov/msdhsite/_static/41,1066,128.html

Details on physical presence waiver:

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Application Deadlines (If Applicable)

N/A

Contact for More Information

Please call: (601) 991-6000 or call toll-free (800) 545-6747 outside of Jackson.

List of Additional Information

For more information or to apply, please visit: https://msdh.ms.gov/msdhsite/_static/41,0,128.html


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