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Resources for Families and Caregivers
Resources for families and caregivers using Emergency Medical Services for their children.
Resources for Health Professionals
Through good nutrition, WIC helps ensure optimal health outcomes for pregnant people, new parents, and families with infants and young children.
RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus)
RSV (Respiratory syncytial virus) is a common respiratory virus that generally spreads during fall and winter. Nearly all children will get RSV for the first time before the age of two. It’s possible to get RSV more than once and...
Separation
There are resources available to continue breastfeeding/chestfeeding when you are separated from your baby when returning to work or school.
Shopping with WIC
WIC offers a large range of healthy foods for your family.
Skin-to-Skin & Latch
Skin-to-skin and good latch help with breastfeeding/chestfeeding and bonding in your baby's first days.
Substance Use and Older Adults
Substance misuse in Vermonters age 65 and older is increasing. Be aware of unhealthy substance use, identify risks, and find treatment and recovery services.
Vermont Celebrates World Breastfeeding Week, Aug. 1-7
For Immediate Release: July 25, 2024 Media Contact: Communication Office │ Department of Health 802-863-7280 │ [email protected] Vermont Celebrates World Breastfeeding Week, Aug. 1-7 Events throughout Vermont being held in support of infant health WATERBURY, VT — World Breastfeeding Week...
Water Safety in Vermont
Vermont's lakes, rivers and swimming holes are an important part of our recreational landscape. Whether boating, swimming or just splashing around, here are tips to safely enjoy water activities.
Why Breastfeed?
Learn more about the benefits of breastfeeding/chestfeeding.