Public Health Laboratory

Public Health Laboratory

Vermont Health Department Laboratory building

The Vermont Department of Health Laboratory (VDHL) performs testing to monitor Vermont’s population and environment for threats to public health. When there is a threat, such as a novel strain of disease, a natural disaster, a chemical spill or a foodborne outbreak, the laboratory is prepared to respond.

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About the Public Health Laboratory

Our Vision: To be the most innovative, quality-focused, customer-oriented Public Health Laboratory in the United States.
Our Mission: To promote health and prevent disease by providing:

  • Quality Analytical Services
  • Leadership in Laboratory Science
  • Support to Public Health and Environmental Activities

What happens at the Public Health Lab? Check out the 2022 Laboratory Highlights. 

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