Physical Activity and Nutrition

Start your prenatal care as soon as you know you are pregnant to help have a healthy pregnancy and baby. If you need help finding a health care provider, call your  Local Health Office. The  WIC Program is here to help you...

Caring for a baby or young child means thinking about the food you feed them, the time you spend reading, singing and playing games with them, and the things you do to keep them safe, healthy, and growing well.

We publish quarterly newsletters, several toolkits, data briefs, and other resources on physical activity, nutrition and obesity.

Cancer develops gradually as a result of many different factors related to lifestyle choices, environment and genetics. Anyone can develop cancer, but many cancers can be prevented.

You may have heard of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP—a federal program that helps income-eligible individuals and families access fresh, healthy food. Vermont’s version of SNAP is called 3SquaresVT.

Healthy community design means planning and designing communities that supports active living and healthy eating, making it easier for people to live healthy lives.

Schools share the responsibility with families and communities to provide students with healthy environments that foster regular opportunities for healthy eating and physical activity.

Being at a healthy weight can help lower your chances of developing chronic diseases like high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes and some cancers.