Vermont Department of Health

09/15/2026

Ever wondered what’s inside one of our overdose prevention kits? Take a few ✨quiet✨ moments with Alex to find out. Learn more and order yours at no cost at VADIC.VThelplink.org.

09/15/2026

Fungi live in different environments including your home, outdoors, and in healthcare settings. Fungal infections can have the same symptoms as illnesses caused by bacteria or viruses, making them hard to diagnose. Delays in getting the right diagnosis and treatment can lead to serious illness. If you have an infection that's not getting better, ask a healthcare provider if it could be fungal. 🧫

09/15/2026

Oh my, wait a minute, you certainly don’t mean me, right? How could it be that the average person spends over $700 a year on food they buy but don't actually eat? 😮

When you break it down, that comes out to about $14 per week. While $700 a year seems huge, the more I think about it, maybe I do spend $14 a week in food I buy but don’t eat. All the leftovers I don’t eat, or the stale bread I have on the counter, or that avocado that got lost in the back of the fridge…🥑

But it doesn’t need to be this way! I joined the upcoming virtual Scrap Food Waste Challenge to help me rethink my meal planning, food storing, and overall eating habits. From September 28-October 17, I'll receive daily tips, tricks, and recipes to help me use the most of my food, and my money. 💵

Will you join me in the 2026 Scrap Food Waste Challenge? Learn more and sign up at ➡ ScrapFoodWaste.org.

09/14/2026

Our friends in Vermont Recycling & Composting Initiative are hosting a virtual Scrap Food Waste Challenge to help Vermonters rethink our meal planning, food storing, and overall eating habits. From September 28-October 17, you’ll receive daily tips, tricks, and recipes to help you use the most of your food AND money.

Join us in the 2026 Scrap Food Waste Challenge! Learn more and sign up at ScrapFoodWaste.org.

Oh my, wait a minute, you certainly don’t mean me, right? How could it be that the average person spends over $700 a year on food they buy but don't actually eat? 😮

When you break it down, that comes out to about $14 per week. While $700 a year seems huge, the more I think about it, maybe I do spend $14 a week in food I buy but don’t eat. All the leftovers I don’t eat, or the stale bread I have on the counter, or that avocado that got lost in the back of the fridge…🥑

But it doesn’t need to be this way! I joined the upcoming virtual Scrap Food Waste Challenge to help me rethink my meal planning, food storing, and overall eating habits. From September 28-October 17, I'll receive daily tips, tricks, and recipes to help me use the most of my food, and my money. 💵

Will you join me in the 2026 Scrap Food Waste Challenge? Learn more and sign up at ➡ ScrapFoodWaste.org.

09/11/2026

This National Preparedness Month, consider signing up for a CPR, Stop the Bleed, or other lifesaving course that helps our communities prepare and respond during difficult times. Learn more about available CPR courses at RedCross.org/Vermont and get in touch with your local health office for other learning opportunities! HealthVermont.gov/Local ❤️

09/11/2026

"September 11 showed us the consequences of hatred and division. But September 12, and the weeks that followed, showed us what we’re capable of when we look out for each other."

09/11/2026

Living with asthma doesn't mean sitting on the sidelines.

With the right treatment, an Asthma Action Plan, and support from a healthcare provider, many people with asthma can safely enjoy sports and other activities.

09/10/2026

We're thankful you're here...and we're not the only ones! If you need a little extra support today, all you have to do is text or call 9-8-8.

If you know someone who is struggling (many of us do), take a moment to reach out. Offer some kind words and know where the resources are. 9-8-8 can help with that, too! Learn more at 988lifeline.org/get-help/ 💙

Someone is thankful you're here. 💙

This , remind someone you care about that they matter too. Tag them in the comments and let them know they're on your mind.

09/09/2026

Vitamin B9 (or folate/folic acid) is a critical nutrient for pregnancy and infancy. Vitamin B9 helps support cell growth for expecting and breastfeeding/chestfeeding parents and infants. Here are some of the ways vitamin B9 will help you and your baby during pregnancy and postpartum:

— Supports the formation of DNA, helping your baby’s development and growth! 🧬
— Helps your body make healthy red blood cells 🩸
— Drastically reduces the likelihood of neurological defects for your baby 🧠

Connect with your local WIC Nutritionist for more tips on nutritious eating during pregnancy and postpartum. HealthVermont.gov/Local

09/09/2026

Ready to take action to shore up your community’s emergency preparedness?

Take the Vermont Emergency Preparedness Needs Assessment, a survey to gain a better understanding of our community and states’ preparedness for emergencies. Your input will help us focus our training and education efforts to each community’s needs!

Take the survey >>> https://ow.ly/mP0i50ZKYfv