Angels of Long Island organized a giveaway for parents in need of baby formula in the face of a national shortage.
Parents on Long Island are banding together as families across the nation struggle to find baby formula amid a nationwide shortage.In light of a baby formula shortage, communities on Long Island are coming together and holding distributions. A table is set up outside of Angels of Long Island in Patchogue where parents like Gina and Louis Cheeseman can pick up formula that’s nearly impossible to get ahold of.
Health experts say while it’s difficult for all parents - low-income families are having the toughest time. Dr. Marc Lashley says the majority of babies can switch to store brands. He cautions parents to stop short of watering down the formula or making their own as it can lead to poor nutritional balance.
Since the shutdown of Abbott’s facility - other manufacturers including Bobbie have prioritized serving its current subscribers and ramped up production to max capacity.
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