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Vermont Department of Health—Franklin and Grand Isle Counties

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Vermont Department of Health—Franklin and Grand Isle Counties

Healthy Vermonters Living in Healthy Communities

Public health is what we do together as a society to ensure the conditions in which everyone can be healthy.

[Karen DeSalvo and Georges Benjamin, Health Affairs Today blog.]

02/28/2025

Magnesium is an important mineral for your muscles, nerves, heart, joints, and healthy blood sugar levels.

Foods with magnesium include:
🥬 Green vegetables like spinach, collard greens, bok choy, and avocado
🍞 Whole grain breads, pasta, and oatmeal
🫘 Beans and nuts, including tofu and peanut butter

These are all WIC foods! Find out more at HealthVermont.gov/WICShopping

02/27/2025

Did you know? 🤔 Spinach provides antioxidants that help reduce inflammation and protect against disease. 🙌

Try this delicious and easy spinach recipe, ready in about 30 minutes!
WIC Works.FNS.USDA.gov/Recipe/Tofu-Palak-Paneer

02/26/2025

Vermont’s Yellow Dot Program is designed to support older drivers (55+) and people with medical conditions in case of an emergency. The Yellow Dot decal helps responders know there are special medical needs and exactly where to find critical health details.

For more information, visit Healthvermont.gov/emergency/transportation-safety

02/25/2025

Practicing healthy habits with toddlers can start in the kitchen! Cooking with toddlers can:

🥙 Teach them about nutrition and encourage balanced eating habits

👋 Strengthen their fine motor skills and boost their attention span

🥦 Help expand their food palette by trying new foods

Try these toddler-friendly recipes together: YummyToddlerFood.com/15-Easy-Recipes-for-Kids-to-Cook/

02/24/2025

Feed the whole family a tasty and healthy meal featuring nutritious ingredients, including wild rice, red beans, and green bell peppers. This recipe is packed with fiber and flavor!

Special thanks to the Otoe-Missouri Tribe WIC of Oklahoma for this recipe! 🍴
OMTribe.org/wp-content/uploads/2022.7-Red-Beans-and-Wild-Rice-OM.pdf

02/23/2025

Want to get started with WIC but unsure where your nearest clinic is? Did you recently move and want to find a new WIC home base?

Get more information about WIC and find a clinic near you! SignUpWIC.com/Find-a-Clinic

02/21/2025

Yay! Vermont WIC families with infants over 6 months can now substitute half or all of their jarred infant fruits and vegetables for $11 or $22 of Cash Value Benefit (CVB) to purchase fresh, frozen, or canned fruits and vegetables.

Learn more at HealthVermont.gov/WICShopping

02/21/2025

WIC gives you access to healthy food, nutrition education, lactation guidance, and so much more. 🍏

If you’re pregnant, breastfeeding/chestfeeding, or have a child (or children) under 5—you can get personalized support for you and your family.

Apply today!
HealthVermont.gov/ApplyToWIC

02/20/2025

Getting the health care you need during pregnancy and after your baby is born is so important.

With WIC, you can get benefits like health care referrals, lactation support, nourishing foods, and more!

Learn more at HealthVermont.gov/WIC

02/19/2025

It is important to know how to safely store your E-bike, especially in cold weather!

Learn more here: LocalMotion.org/how_to_care_for_your_ebikes_battery

02/18/2025

Being a care giver is hard work. Find resources to support your health and wellbeing at HealthVermont.gov/wellness/support-dementia-family-caregivers

02/17/2025

February is Black History Month.💖 Every parent deserves equal access to lactation support, nutritious foods, and quality health care for a safe pregnancy and healing postpartum experience.

To learn more, check out this blog post: IRTHapp.com/the-history-of-black-women-breastfeeding/

02/16/2025

🪥 Learn a few tips to help keep your little one’s smile healthy from an early age! 😁

ChildrensDentalHealth.com/February-National-Childrens-Dental-Health-Month/

02/16/2025

Being a care giver is hard work. Find resources to support *your* health and wellbeing at HealthVermont.gov/wellness/support-dementia-family-caregivers

02/14/2025

Roses are red, violets are blue, spend time together—WIC is here for you!💘

Happy Valentine’s Day from WIC! We hope you get to spend quality time with loved ones.

HealthVermont.gov/WIC

02/13/2025

Hearts are on the mind in February and not just for Valentine’s Day!

Prioritize your heart health with physical activity and intentional movement, eating a balanced diet with fruits and vegetables, and by managing your blood pressure.

With You First, you may be eligible for free heart health coaching, too! Visit YouFirstVT.org to learn more.

02/12/2025

Roses are red, winter is hotter, and before you invite me over for dinner...can you test your water? Learn more about environmental health topics to gush over at HealthVermont.gov/environment.

02/11/2025

You’re invited!
Making It Work: Pumping & Feeding When Apart Online/Virtual Class
Tuesday, February 18, 1:00–2:30 pm

Contact your local WIC office to sign up! HealthVermont.gov/Local

Address

27 Federal Street, Ste 201
Saint Albans, VT
05478

Opening Hours

Monday	7:45am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	7:45am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	7:45am - 4:30pm
Thursday	7:45am - 4:30pm
Friday	7:45am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+18025247970

Website

http://healthvermont.gov/

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