Percentage of population who lack adequate access to food.
Current Value
12%
Definition
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Story Behind the Curve
In 2019, 12% of the Johnston County population reported they did not have adequate access to food.
Partners
Johnston County Community
Johnston County Public Health-WIC Department
What Works
In 2021-2022 the WIC program served close to 5,000 Johnston County residents. This is an increase of 1000 participants since the year 2020. During Covid, telehealth visits and WIC benefits electronic reload helped to increase the number of participants.
Strategy
Increase the number of sites where WIC is available in Johnston County.