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.

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

Data, Trends, and Maps
interactive database with national and state data about breastfeeding, fruits and vegetables, physical activity, sugar drinks, television watching, and obesity/weight.

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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)