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Health Sense
Health Sense is the Vermont Department of Health newsletter, here to bring you information on all things public health. From prevention tips to healthy lifestyle hacks, we've got you covered so that you can live your healthiest life.
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See the 2026 spring edition
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Vermont Public Health in Focus
Vermont Public Health in Focus highlights the work of your Health Department, both behind the scenes and in the field, to help Vermonters live their healthiest lives. Each new issue dives into current public health topics and shares insights.
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March edition!
Past Editions:
2026:
February
January
2025:
December
November
October
September
August
July
June
May,
April
Health Equity Update
Each month, we update you on health equity related news and events happening in Vermont. We'll also share studies and resources to keep you informed on national news driving health equity practices.
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See the April 2026 edition
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Environmental Public Health Tracking
This quarterly newsletter includes updates on the Environmental Public Health Tracking program from exciting new tools to current data reports. Each issue goes out to our CDC Tracking network, staff and public who sign up through the website.
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Summer 2025 newsletter
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Brain Health
This monthly newsletter covers recent topics on Alzheimer’s disease, related disorders and healthy aging. It addresses current science, local resources and data and educational opportunities relating to early detection of dementias, caregiver support and risk reduction. The newsletter is focused on support for professionals addressing Alzheimer’s disease, related dementias and healthy aging.
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My Healthy VT
This quarterly newsletter shares updates about My Healthy VT programming and information about managing chronic disease. It is for providers, community partners and others with an interest in
My Healthy VT
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Autumn 2025 edition
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Physical Activity and Nutrition
In this quarterly newsletter you will find articles about the work of the Health Department's Physical Activity and Nutrition Program. The newsletter is for professionals working in or adjacent to physical activity and nutrition.
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Summer 2025 edition
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Facing Suicide VT
The Vermont Department of Health has partnered with the Department of Mental Health to release the Facing Suicide VT newsletter. The Facing Suicide VT newsletter's mission is to provide a compassionate space where individuals, families, and communities can hear the latest news on projects and initiatives and access valuable resources and stories of hope. Suicide impacts everyone--no matter what age or background--and together we can work to reduce stigma and offer paths toward  healing. Whether you’re seeking support, looking to help others, or simply want to learn more, this newsletter is for you.
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Winter 2026 issue
Quarterly Substance Use Newsletter
The Health Department’s quarterly newsletter on substance use provides readers with information about Vermont’s substance use services and the latest data and trends. Learn more about the substance use issues facing Vermont and what we’re doing in response.
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January - March 2026 edition
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STRONG, HEALTHY AND HAPPY.
“STRONG, HEALTHY AND HAPPY.” is a monthly e-newsletter that goes out to Vermont WIC (Women, Infants, and Children Program) families. It includes information on nutrition and health, WIC foods, recipes, and community resources, for pregnant and postpartum individuals and families with children under 5.
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April 2026 issue
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Children with Special Health Needs (CSHN) Connection
The CSHN Connection is a bimonthly e-newsletter shared with providers, organizations, state partners, and families of Children with Special Health Needs (CSHN). Each issue incorporates Family Partner voice, highlights a featured CSHN program and community partner, shares CSHN updates, resources for families, community happenings, and policy updates.
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latest newsletter
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VDHL Col-LAB-orator
The Vermont Health Department Laboratory puts out a quarterly newsletter, the Col-lab-orator, to Vermont’s hospital and sentinel labs. The Col-lab-orator relays information on testing procedures, information from the CDC, trainings, laboratory news and more.
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Vermont Vaccine Program Update
The Vaccine Program Provider Update is a monthly newsletter sent to medical practices enrolled in the vaccine program. This update covers important program updates about vaccines, news from the CDC and ACIP, learning opportunities and program compliance tips.
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April 2026 update
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You First member newsletter
This quarterly newsletter goes to
You First
members and partners. It has program updates, cancer screening reminders and often a member highlight.
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latest newsletter
You First provider newsletter
This newsletter is for health care providers, billing staff and caregivers. It has a general
You First
overview, program updates and often includes a member highlight.
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latest newsletter
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MRC newsletter
Stay connected with your local MRC by subscribing to our quarterly newsletter. Each issue delivers the latest training calendar, deployment highlights, preparedness tips, and volunteer spotlights—plus dates for courses like ICS-100 refresher, Stop the Bleed, and POD operations, and upcoming virtual orientations for new members. Spread the word and help us grow a stronger, more prepared community.
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Fall 2025 newsletter
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April 21, 2026