ECE Data and Statistics

Overview

CDC supports the collection or analysis of data relevant to obesity prevention activities in Early Care and Education (ECE) settings. States and communities can use the information below.

Resources

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ECE State Indicator Report
The 2023 report documents how states promote obesity prevention in early care and education (ECE).
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State Licensing Scorecards
See how well each state's childcare licensing supports obesity prevention.
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Achieving a State of Healthy Weight Report
Data on 47 obesity prevention standards and their inclusion in early care and education licensing.

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Childhood Obesity Facts
Data and statistics on the prevalence of obesity among US children and adolescents.
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Fast Facts: Obesity Among Children in WIC
Facts about obesity prevalence and trends among young children enrolled in WIC.

Breastfeeding Data and Statistics
National and state breastfeeding rates, hospital practices, public opinion, and breastfeeding and infant feeding practices

Consumption of Fruit, Vegetables, and Sugar Sweetened Beverages Among Young Children
MMWR. Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report / Vol. 72 / No. 7 / P. 165–170
Child Opportunity Index
Mapping Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) Participation
National Survey of Children's Health

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DNPAO Data, Trends, and Maps Database
DNPAO's Data, Trends, and Maps of national and state health status and behaviors.
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Health Equity Data
Data to help identify health inequities as communities work toward health equity.
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National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (NCCDPHP)