HEALTH DEPARTMENT TIPS ABOUT FORMULA SHORTAGE

■ Do not dilute formula you have to try to make it last longer. Doing so will alter the nutritional makeup of the formula.

■ Call the store first and ask for product availability.

■ Ask a store worker if there is more formula in the back if there is not any on the shelf, or ask when the next shipment arrives.

■ Ask when shelves are usually stocked.

■ Talk to the pharmacy to see if they can help.

■ Do not wait until end of the month to use your benefits.

■ Call your child’s healthcare provider about prescribing an alternative specialty formula if the one currently prescribed is unavailable or difficult to find.