Administrative Data
Vermont WIC collects data using a management information system (Ceres) that ensures we are achieving the highest quality of data for collection, monitoring, and use in research projects and collaborations. Ceres has many built-in data quality checks for information that is below and above acceptable ranges, biologically implausible, unknown or missing values or inconsistent with other information in the same record. Data are collected on participant characteristics, food redemption patterns, health outcomes, and operations.
Pregnancy and Pediatric Nutrition Surveillance Systems (PNSS and PedNSS)
The Pregnancy and Pediatric Nutrition Surveillance Systems describe the nutritional status of low-income pregnant, postpartum or nursing people (PNSS) and infants and children (PedNSS) enrolled in federally funded maternal and child health and nutrition programs. In Vermont, PNSS and PedNSS data are collected solely from WIC participants. Self-reported demographic, behavioral, and health information is collected at the local WIC agency and verified by a Registered Dietitian, nutritionist, or other health professional. Anthropometric measurements (height, weight, and birth weight), clinical nutritional indicators status (i.e. hematology measurements), and breastfeeding practices are also collected.
Vital Records
Vital Records include birth records used to study and monitor the health of a population
Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System (PRAMS)
Vermont PRAMS is an ongoing survey of Vermont parents who recently gave birth. The goal of PRAMS is to improve the health of mothers and infants by reducing adverse outcomes such as low birth weight, infant mortality and morbidity, and maternal morbidity.
