*Updated Oct. 14, 2022
Formula recall
On Oct.14. 2022 Abbott issued a voluntary recall for its 2 fl. oz. Ready to Feed liquid formulas. The recall is for certain lots of: Similac 360 Total Care Comfort, Similac Special Care 24, Similac Prototal Comfort, Similac Neosure. Click here to see lot numbers.
Instruction for WIC clients that use/have these formula products:
- Please go to the Abbott website: www.similacrecall.com to check lot numbers to see if your formula was included in the recall.
- If you have unredeemed food benefits and use this formula in 2 fl. oz. Ready to Feed containers, please call WIC at 520 724-7777 for an alternative formula.
*Please note: formulas for medical conditions may still require a prescription from your doctor.*
Breastfeeding services including peer counseling, lactation consultants, and loaner breast pumps are also available through the WIC program. Call us at 520-724-7777 for services. For 24-hour breastfeeding help, please call the AZ Breastfeeding Hotline at 1-800-833-4642.
Additional resources:
FDA: Infant formula information and ongoing FDA efforts to increase supply
The FDA’s new page has the latest consumer information regarding infant formula. Included are FDA press releases, consumer links, and what is being done to mitigate the shortage.
ADHS: Updates and guidance from the state on the formula shortage
ADHS: Can’t find your baby’s usual formula? Use the chart at this link to identify options for a different brand of the same type of formula. Not all formulas listed are eligible for WIC. Contact your local WIC office to see which formulas are covered by your WIC benefit.
HealthyChildren.org: Multiple stories on formula feeding
HHS: Information for families during the formula shortage
Who is WIC for?
- Breastfeeding women
- Children (under age 5)
- Infants
- Postpartum women
- Pregnant women
What does WIC provide?
- Breastfeeding Support
- Healthy Foods
- Nutrition Information
- Referrals to Health care and other social services
Income guidelines for eligibility
Amounts are based on the income before taxes. Those with SNAP, TANF, or most AHCCCS plans automatically qualify. If you are pregnant, the unborn baby is counted as a family member.
Income guidelines effective as of April 1, 2022.
| Two* |
$1,303 |
$2,823 |
| Three |
$1,639 |
$3,551 |
| Four |
$1,975 |
$4,279 |
| Five |
$2,503 |
$5,006 |
| Six |
$2,647 |
$5,734 |
| Each additional member |
$336 |
$728 |
* A pregnant woman is considered a family of 2
How to apply?
To apply for WIC benefits please visit a clinic near you. Walk-ins are accepted when there is availability, appointments are preferred. In order to determine your eligibility you will need to bring:
- Each family member you wish to enroll who are
- Pregnant
- Breastfeeding
- Postpartum women less than one (1) year removed from delivery
- Children up to five (5) years old
- One form of identification for each family member from the list below:
- Birth certificate
- Driver's license
- Immunization record
- Military identification
- School identification
- Voter registration card
- Proof of current income for each person living in the home
Locations
1. Flowing Wells Office
4500 N. Old Romero Rd.
520-724-9545
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2. South Office at Walter Rogers
175 W. Irvington Rd.
520-724-9530
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3. Abrams Public Health Center
3950 S. Country Club Rd.
520-724-7769
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4. East Office
6920 E. Broadway Blvd., Suite G
520-724-9655
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The Pima County Health Department is committed to reducing barriers to access health resources and basic needs. The link below will connect you and your family to a wide range of services.