Massachusetts groups will be part of a new federal pilot program to help low-income families ensure they have the diapers they need to keep both babies and parents healthy. Studies show a lack of diapers for their babies as the top predictor of postpartum depression in new mothers, while 60% of American families report missing work or school when they cannot bring diapers to child care. Liz Berube, executive director of the group Citizens for Citizens, one of several Massachusetts agencies selected for the program, said the need for diaper assistance has been growing for years. .
With the drive, the Diaper Bank of Connecticut will collect donations throughout the state “with the goal of raising half a million diapers” by Oct. 15, according to the organization.
Data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicare Services show Connecticut is first in New England for processing times of Medicaid applications, behind three other states – Maryland, New York and Oklahoma.
Global supply chain shortages are now impacting feminine care products. If you have been struggling to find your favorite tampon brand in a store near you, you.
Members of Congress called on President Biden on Monday as well to invoke the Defense Production Act to urgently address the baby formula shortage, which was last used to distribute COVID-19 vaccines.