Farmers and many other Vermont workers spend a lot of time outdoors. Learn more about health and wellness for people who work outside.
Farmers & Outdoor Workers
Information for You
Lyme disease is the most commonly reported tickborne disease in Vermont. In 2016, Vermont had the second highest rate of reported Lyme disease cases in the U.S.
Wild parsnip is very common in many parts of Vermont. Coming in contact with wild parsnip sap can cause burns.
West Nile virus has been has been found in all counties of Vermont and continues to be detected in mosquitoes each year – another reason to take precautions against mosquito bites.