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The Florida Department of Health works to protect, promote, and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county, and community efforts.

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Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)

Florida Department of Health in DeSoto County


WIC is a federally-funded nutrition program for women, infants, and children. 

WIC Provides No-Cost

• Nutrition education and counseling
• Nutritious foods
• Breastfeeding education and support
• Referrals for health care and other community services

Eligiblity for WIC

  • Breastfeeding women
  • Infants or children under 5 years of age
  • Pregnant women
  • Women who have recently been pregnant
  • Meet WIC income guidelines, OR receive Medicaid, Temporary Cash Assistance (TCA) or Food Assistance
  • Be at nutritional risk
Apply for WIC

To apply for WIC services, call us at 863-231-6510.

If you have difficulty understanding English or have a disability, free language assistance or other aids and services are available upon request.