LiveWell Vermont

  Whenever you spend time outdoors, it’s possible there are ticks nearby. Take simple steps to protect yourself and your loved ones from tick bites and the illnesses they can spread. The best way to prevent tick bite illnesses is to prevent tick bites. Before heading outdoors protect yourself from tick bites: Avoid areas where ticks live. Wear protective clothing and gear. Use insect repellent. Protect and check your pets. Check your clothing, gear, and pets for ticks after spending time in tick habitats. Check your body by scanning under arms, in and around ears, around the waist, and between the legs. Remove any attached ticks right away: Use clean, fine tipped tweezers or a tick removal tool and grasp the tick as close to the skin's surface as possible. Pull the tick upward with steady, even pressure. Clean your hands and the bite area with rubbing alcohol, soap, and water. Never crush a tick with your fingers. Watch for symptoms for 30 days after a tick bite and tell...

  Celebrate Earth Day this year by taking a moment to think about your environmental wellness. Environmental health plays a crucial role in our personal wellness, as the quality of the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the food we eat can directly influence our physical and mental well-being. Exposure to pollutants, toxins, and harmful chemicals can lead to a range of health issues, including respiratory diseases, cardiovascular problems, and weakened immune systems. Additionally, living in environments with access to green spaces can have a positive impact on stress, anxiety, and overall quality of life. To work in harmony with our environment, it's essential to adopt sustainable practices that prioritize the health of both ourselves and the planet. This can involve reducing waste, conserving energy, supporting eco-friendly products, and promoting green spaces in our communities. By fostering a balanced relationship with nature, we not only protect our own health but also he...

  Sustainability is a group effort! Consider the following areas where you can move towards more sustainability and take action today: Travel and transportation. Shopping. Water usage. Food waste. E-waste. Recycling, reusing and reducing. Eco-friendly and energy-saving products in the home.

  LiveWell Vermont is excited to highlight the tools and resources available through My Healthy Vermont .  My Healthy Vermont is a program dedicated to support Vermonters manage, delay or prevent chronic conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, chronic pain, or smoking cessation.  We hope you can join our virtual event on Wednesday, April 9th to learn what support and resources are available, what participation looks like, and how to take advantage of this program. Click here to join:  My Healthy Vermont Tools & Resources .