Pershing County WIC Agency

03/27/2026

Screen time is inevitable in today’s society, but it is important to finding ways to limit it because too much screen time can affect:

😴 Sleep - because blue light disrupts our sleep and wake cycles.

🦴 Joint and muscular health - when you’re sitting down watching something on a screen or working, you’re not prioritizing exercise/movement.

👁️ Eye health - constant exposure to blue light over time could damage vision and may cause things like macular degeneration.

Learn more about small adjustments you can make through the NV 5-2-1-0 program by clicking the link below.

https://www.healnv.com/about-5210/

#5210

03/04/2026

It’s Nutrition Month in Nevada!

Governor Lombardo has officially proclaimed March as a month to promote healthy eating and support nutrition across our communities.

Let’s help Nevadans eat well and thrive. See the full proclamation here: https://ow.ly/jJch50YoIWz

02/13/2026

📱 Research by NWA and the Nutrition Policy Institute found that 80% of participants surveyed indicated that remote services reduced barriers to access . However, these flexibilities could expire if Congress does not take action before September 2026.

🗣️ TAKE ACTION: bit.ly/WICSTRONG26

01/14/2026

𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐛𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐡 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐭 𝐇𝐆𝐇

Are you expecting and hoping for a birth experience that aligns with your values and preferences? Humboldt General Hospital’s Childbirth Education course is here to help you feel confident, informed, and empowered every step of the way. Tailored for women in their fifth to eighth month of pregnancy, this class provides the knowledge and tools you need to prepare for the birth you want.

Each class covers different healthy practices and provides information to keep you informed about your care.

Childbirth Education covers prenatal through postpartum, including phases of labor, comfort measures, interventions, medications, breathing techniques, and coaching help.

Lactation class includes lactation, physiology of the breast, positioning, identifying feeding cues, good nutrition, and storage of breast milk.

Newborn Care will walk you through feeding, sleeping, diapers, circumcision, umbilical cord care, bathing, and dressing. Parents-to-be will also learn about temperament, crying, and comforting techniques, behavior states, and newborn communication.

12/24/2025

12/10/2025

11/15/2025

A lower risk of breast cancer has long been recognized among the benefits of breastfeeding for mothers. Now, researchers are closer to understanding why.

A new study found that:
✅ Having babies and breastfeeding causes CD8+ T cells—a special type of immune cell—to accumulate in normal breast tissue.
✅ These protective cells remain in the tissue for decades after childbirth.
✅ They act as long-term guards, helping prevent breast cancer—especially the aggressive triple-negative type.
✅ However, this protective T-cell response was observed ONLY after a full cycle of lactation and breast recovery.

Lifelong health benefits for babies AND mothers—that’s why BFUSA partners with facilities to support every family in meeting their breastfeeding goals.🤱🏽

11/11/2025

11/07/2025

***ATTENTION SNAP RECIPIENTS***
Due to the federal government shutdown, partial SNAP benefits have been issued to eligible Nevada households.
Here's what you can do:
- Check your balance at ebtEdge
- Find local food resources at Nevada211.org

Learn more in the official press release from the Nevada Department of Human Services: https://www.dhs.nv.gov/reports/press-releases/press-releases/partial-snap-benefits-issued-to-eligible-nevadans/

11/01/2025

Updated November Event Hub...another amazing month filled with activities!! We live in a wonderful community! 🍂🍁💕