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Written by a parent, not a doctor. Nothing here is medical advice.

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North Dakota Health and Human Services

WIC

What you get

Approved foods, nutrition guidance, and referrals for children with nutritional or medical needs. Open now.

Who starts it: You, by phone
How it’s sent: A phone call to 800-472-2286
Your time: A phone call
Last checked: Aug 27, 2026

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What to sayShort is fine. They will ask for what they need.
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Hi, my name is [your name]. My child is being treated for cancer at [hospital].
I’m calling about WIC from North Dakota Health and Human Services.
We’re hoping for approved foods, nutrition guidance, and referrals for children with nutritional or medical needs.
[child’s name] was diagnosed on [diagnosis date].
What do you need from me, and what happens next?
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800-472-2286

Phone number and hours ↗ Checked Aug 27, 2026
Have by the phone
- Your child’s diagnosis and the date.
- The hospital’s name and your social worker’s name.
- Identity proof for each applicant.
- Current address proof.
What they’ll send next
- Bring the child and requested proofs to the appointment.

After the call

Bring the child and requested proofs to the appointment. If you have not heard back in two weeks, write and ask whether it arrived.

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