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The worsening baby formula shortage is putting a major strain on U.S. families.

Why it matters: The shortage impacts most children, as three in four babies are fed formula by six months old, Axios' Nathan Bomey writes.

What's happening: A cascade of issues with baby formula production and distribution are to blame for the shortage, which began late last year and has gotten precipitously worse in recent weeks.

Zoom in: A cursory check of local stores indicates this shortage is being felt in Central Ohio.

📬 We want to hear from readers: Is the formula shortage impacting your family? If so, how are you dealing with this problem?

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