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Vermont Department of Health

Coverage of Vermont Department of Health in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: Jun 26 · 20:17 UTCMost recent: Jul 30 · 21:10 UTC
Co-mentioned in this coverage
U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Wildlife Servicesorganization1Dr. Natalie Kwitperson1rabiestopic1raccoonstopic1skunkstopic1Addison Countyplace1Caledonia Countyplace1Eric Jacobsperson1Windsor County Feed and Supply grain millorganization1Vermont Department of Environmental Conservationorganization1Royalton Selectboardorganization1South Royaltonplace1asbestostopic1Patti Caseyperson1Vermont Agency of Agricultureorganization1Lyme diseasetopic1Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)organization1climate changetopic1
Recent coverage
  • HEALTHJul 30 · 21:10 UTCVTDIGGER
    Round 2 of rabies vaccine bait drop begins Saturday

    Vermont begins a second round of rabies vaccine bait distribution on August 1, targeting wild animals like raccoons and skunks. The effort, coordinated by the Vermont Department of Health and USDA Wildlife Services, aims to combat rising rabies cases, with 915,700 baits to be dropped across 10 counties and parts of neighboring states.

  • HEALTHJul 18 · 12:31 UTCVTDIGGER
    Asbestos complicates Royalton mill demolition

    The demolition of a former grain mill in South Royalton, Vt., is delayed due to asbestos found on the site, requiring proper removal before proceeding. The property owner, Eric Jacobs, failed to complete a required asbestos assessment, prompting state intervention. Residents express frustration over delays and lingering odors from the site.

  • HEALTHJun 26 · 20:17 UTCVTDIGGER
    Lyme disease is on the rise in Vermont. Here’s how to protect yourself and still enjoy the outdoors

    Lyme disease cases in Vermont have risen significantly, with 2,246 reported in 2025 and the state now having the second-highest rate in the U.S. Patti Casey's team monitors tick populations, finding 51% of tested deer ticks carry Lyme disease. Climate change and increased human-tick interactions, such as suburban development, are contributing factors.