Diaper Need During the COVID-19 Pandemic Associated with Poverty, Food Insecurity, and Chronic Illness: An Analysis of a Representative State Sample of Caretakers with Young Children
Emily H. Belarmino, Rachel M. Zack, Lauren Clay, Nick Birk
Abstract
This study indicates a level of diaper need similar to what was documented before the COVID-19 pandemic despite federal stimulus payments and increased distributions by local diaper banks. The findings identify groups at increased risk and suggest opportunities to reach those at risk through food assistance programs.
Topics & Concepts
PandemicMedicinePovertyEnvironmental healthUnemploymentHousehold incomeConfidence intervalMental healthDemographyGerontologyCoronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)DiseaseInfectious disease (medical specialty)PsychiatryGeographyEconomic growthEconomicsPathologyArchaeologyInternal medicineSociologyFood Security and Health in Diverse PopulationsHomelessness and Social IssuesGeriatric Care and Nursing Homes