West Nile virus has been has been found in all counties of Vermont and continues to be detected in mosquitoes each year – another reason to take precautions against mosquito bites.
Health Risks of Climate Change
Climate Change Affects Your Health Climate change is impacting the health of people living in...
Tick Activity in Vermont
Six tick species are known to bite humans in Vermont, and five can transmit diseases...
Firearm Safety
Gun violence affects the lives of many Vermonters each year. Firearm-related injuries and deaths are...
Tickborne Disease Resources for Health Professionals
Reports of tickborne diseases are on the rise in the U.S. and Vermont. States in...
Summer Safety Tips
Enjoy Your Summer, Safely Warm weather has arrived in Vermont, and the mountains are lush...
Water Safety in Vermont
Vermont's lakes, rivers and swimming holes are an important part of our recreational landscape. Whether...
Anaplasmosis
Anaplasmosis is a tick bite illness caused the bacterium Anaplasma phagocytophilum. It is spread by...
Hard Tick Relapsing Fever
Hard tick relapsing fever ( formerly known as Borrelia miyamotoi disease) is caused by the...
Cyclists & Pedestrians
In motor vehicle crashes, people walking, biking and rolling are more vulnerable to injuries and...
Tularemia
People can be exposed to the bacteria Francisella tularensis that cause tularemia in a number...
Ehrlichiosis
Ehrlichiosis is a disease caused by an infection with Ehrlichia bacteria. The bacteria are transmitted...
Eastern Equine Encephalitis
Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) is a rare but serious disease caused by a virus and...
Babesiosis
Babesiosis in Vermont is caused by an infection with a parasite called Babesia microti. It...
Prevent Mosquito Bites
In Vermont mosquito season begins in spring but does not typically pose a health risk...
Poisonous Plants in Vermont
Wild parsnip is very common in many parts of Vermont. Coming in contact with wild...
Hot Weather
Heat can cause serious illness. On very hot days, sometimes your body temperature can get...
One of the best ways to improve our mental and physical health during the winter is to get outside! And Vermont has much to offer during the winter months, whether it’s sledding, winter sports or a walk in the woods...