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In 2025, public health faced both new and returning challenges. The Health Department responded to measles cases during a major outbreak across North America, confirmed Vermont’s first-ever case of Jamestown Canyon virus, and continued to monitor the risks of H5N1 bird flu. Our teams worked to make sure Vermonters could get the vaccines they need, expanded care for people with substance use disorder, and strengthened partnerships with neighboring states. We also said goodbye to Dr. Mark Levine, who led Vermont through the COVID-19 pandemic, and welcomed our new Health Commissioner, Dr. Rick Hildebrant.
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VT Expands Access to Substance Use Treatment with New Residential Beds in Vergennes
12/18/2025
Vermont Department of Health Supports Science-Based Recommendations for Hepatitis B Vaccine
12/01/2025
Your Health Matters This Cold and Flu Season
10/31/2025
Schools Are Taking Steps To Create Asthma-Friendly Environments
10/08/2025
Mosquitoes Test Positive for Eastern Equine Encephalitis Virus
09/19/2025
Governor Phil Scott Takes Action to Ensure Access to COVID-19 Vaccines for Vermonters
09/18/2025
Governor Phil Scott Announces Leadership Appointments
09/12/2025
First Human Case of Jamestown Canyon Virus Confirmed in Vermont
09/09/2025
Health Department Recognizes Primary Care Practices for High Vaccination Rates
08/06/2025
Wildlife Vaccine Drop Planned for early August to Prevent Spread of Rabies
07/31/2025
Vermont Celebrates World Breastfeeding Week, Aug. 1-7
07/28/2025
Mosquitoes Test Positive for West Nile and Jamestown Canyon Viruses
07/25/2025
New Opioid Use Disorder Treatment Hub Now Open in Bennington
07/18/2025
Learn to Spot Cyanobacteria in the Water to Stay Safe All Summer Long
06/30/2025
Stay Safe as Summer Heats Up in Vermont
06/20/2025
Vermont Department of Health Honors Emergency Medical Service Providers During National EMS Week
05/22/2025
Deaths from Opioid Overdose Declined Significantly in 2024
05/19/2025
Early Wildlife Vaccine Drop to Help Prevent the Spread of Rabies
05/01/2025
Vermonters Can Dispose of Leftover Medication Safely on National Rx Take Back Day
04/23/2025
New Study Shows Most Vermonters Report Good Health
04/15/2025
Know the Health Risks When Raising Backyard Birds
03/25/2025
Vermont Department of Health Confirms Case of Measles
03/11/2025
Governor Phil Scott Announces Retirement of Health Commissioner Mark A. Levine, MD
02/07/2025
Age Strong Vermont Reports Progress Made in First Year
02/04/2025
VT Helplink Expands Alcohol and Drug Treatment Referral Services to 24/7 Operation
01/22/2025
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