Energy Insecurity is a Major Threat to Child Health

From CHILDREN’S HEALTHWATCH

Energy Insecurity is a Major Threat to Child Health

Summary of Findings

  • Young children in energy-insecure homes are at high risk for food insecurity, poor health, hospitalizations, and developmental delays.
  • The current recession has markedly increased the risk of energy insecurity, putting more young children's health in jeopardy.

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