Water Safety in Vermont

Vermont's lakes, rivers and swimming holes are an important part of our recreational landscape. Whether...
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Statewide Youth Survey Shows Mental Health Challenges Persist for Vermont Students

For Immediate Release: November 22, 2024 Media Contact: Kyle Casteel Communication Office │ Department of...

Vermont Celebrates World Breastfeeding Week, Aug. 1-7

For Immediate Release: July 25, 2024 Media Contact: Communication Office │ Department of Health 802-863-7280...

WIC Celebrates its 50th Anniversary with State Park Events and Food Package Updates

For Immediate Release: July 12, 2024 Media Contact: Ben Truman │ Department of Health 802-316-2117...

RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus)

RSV (Respiratory syncytial virus) is a common respiratory virus that generally spreads during fall and...

WIC Discounts

Get discounts on other programs and services by participating in Vermont WIC!
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Local Breastfeeding Resources

Local Vermont resources are available to you throughout your breastfeeding/chestfeeding journey.

Breastfeeding Laws

Vermont and federal laws provide protection to breastfeeding/chestfeeding individuals.

Separation

There are resources available to continue breastfeeding/chestfeeding when you are separated from your baby when...

Milk Supply

Suggestions to increase milk supply and to keep yourself nourished while breastfeeding/chestfeeding.

Skin-to-Skin & Latch

Skin-to-skin and good latch help with breastfeeding/chestfeeding and bonding in your baby's first days.

Prepare for Success

Prepare for breastfeeding/chestfeeding success before your baby is born and get a good start during...

Why Breastfeed?

Learn more about the benefits of breastfeeding/chestfeeding.

WIC Breastfeeding

WIC supports your breastfeeding/chestfeeding journey, can provide a peer counselor, and help along the way.

Shopping with WIC

WIC offers a large range of healthy foods for your family.
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Apply to WIC

There are three ways to start your WIC application.
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WIC Eligibility

Who can get WIC.

WIC Community Resources

WIC offers a wide variety of referrals and resources.

WIC Basics

WIC's benefits are bigger than you think.

Check Your WIC Balance

There are several ways to check your WIC food balance.

WIC Remote Appointments

WIC offers some appointments by phone and video. The following information will help WIC families...

Cannabis and Adults

Keep yourself and those around you safe.

Cannabis, Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

How cannabis can affect your baby.

Parents and Mentors

How you can positively influence youth behaviors and attitudes about cannabis.

Resources for Families and Caregivers

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

Substance Use and Older Adults

Substance misuse in Vermonters age 65 and older is increasing. Be aware of unhealthy substance...

Cyclists & Pedestrians

In motor vehicle crashes, people walking, biking and rolling are more vulnerable to injuries and...

Family Resources

Here is prevention information, support and resources for families who may be dealing with suicide...

Look Up A Health Professional

Use the eLicense system to find public information about physicians, physician assistants, anesthesiologist assistants or...

Create, Register and Make Changes to an Advance Directive

Get the step-by-step process for creating and/or registering a copy of your advance directive with...
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Resources for Health Professionals

Through good nutrition, WIC helps ensure optimal health outcomes for pregnant people, new parents, and...

WIC Plans & Reports

The goal of WIC Data and Reports is to provide information, data and research related...

Information for Grocers

Learn about WIC Grocer requirements and how to apply to be a WIC grocer. Learn...

Children's Personal Care Services

Sometimes children need extra help to complete their daily personal care routines. Children’s Personal Care...

Family Programs

Supporting strong family connections has helped to reduce alcohol and cannabis use among youth in...
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Individuals, Families & Heart Disease

Here is information about heart disease, risk factors, blood pressure, prevention, monitoring and treatment, plus...
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