Community Support

Alcohol and drug prevention programs help support communities to grow in wellness and health. Prevention works!

Recovery from substance use disorder is a lifelong process. Throughout Vermont, there are services to support you in your recovery. People recover!

Learn about opioid overdose including the signs of an overdose, what to do to save a life and the six steps you can take to prevent overdose.

For Immediate Release: April 19, 2024 Media Contact: Ben Truman │Department of Health 802-316-2117 │ 802-863-7280 AHS.VDHMedia@vermont.gov Local Grants Awarded to Support Community Violence Prevention WATERBURY, VT – The Vermont Department of Health, in partnership with the Governor's Office, Department...

Most people who misuse prescription medications get them from friends or family – often straight out of the medicine cabinet. Find out how to properly store and get rid of prescription medications.

Many Vermonters are affected by falls at some point in their life. People who are 65 years and older are increasingly at risk of falling, and therefore potentially injury. As we age, we are more likely to be injured in...

Resources for families and caregivers using Emergency Medical Services for their children.

Public Health GIS Maps The Health Department supports several web apps that address important public health issues using GIS technology. Some example use cases are: See if cyanobacteria blooms might affect your summertime water recreation plans. Find out if others...

Suicide touches the lives of many Vermonters. Our intentional self-harm and death by suicide rates are significantly higher than the United States rates. Find help, learn about warning, signs, risk and protective factors. Read about what Vermont is doing to...

Understanding our community-level vulnerabilities can help us all prepare for emergencies like floods and heat waves.