Vermonters have higher drinking rates than the country overall. People who begin drinking before age 15 are four times more likely to develop alcohol dependence than those who begin drinking at 21. What are unhealthy drinking habits?
Vermont's Response to Opioids
Addressing opioid overdose takes a comprehensive and holistic approach Opioids – such as prescription painkillers...
Know Opioid Overdose
Learn about opioid overdose including the signs of an overdose, what to do to save...
Stimulants
Stimulants like cocaine, methamphetamine, and prescription stimulants can be addictive and dangerous.
Opioid Prescribing and MOUD
Information on opioid prescribing and medication for opioid use disorder.
Resources to Help Patients
Information for health professionals to help their patients with issues related to alcohol and other...
Substance Use and Older Adults
Substance misuse in Vermonters age 65 and older is increasing. Be aware of unhealthy substance...
Rx Aware: Prescription Opioid Awareness
Prescription opioids can be addictive and dangerous. It only takes a little to lose a...
Opioid Overdose Prevention
In an overdose, opioids can slow breathing to the point of death. To save lives...
Substance Use Messaging Resources
Health campaigns related to alcohol and other drug use. Resources for grantees and partners.
Data and Reports
Data briefs, reports and other publications on alcohol and drug use topics.
Substance Use Dashboard
Selected, evidence-based measures reflect current priorities based on current and emerging issues related to substance...
Heroin and Other Opioids
Vermonters aged 18-25 have among the highest heroin use rates in the country. Most people...
Cannabis
Vermonters have higher cannabis use rates than the country overall. Early and continuous use of...
Alcohol
Vermonters have higher drinking rates than the country overall. People who begin drinking before age...
Vermonters have higher cannabis use rates than the country overall. Early and continuous use of cannabis can affect brain development. Learn more about cannabis use in Vermont.
Vermonters aged 18-25 have among the highest heroin use rates in the country. Most people who use heroin have misused prescription pain relievers.
Selected, evidence-based measures reflect current priorities based on current and emerging issues related to substance use in Vermont.