To address chest/breastfeeding disparities, a public health initiative to improve the continuity of care for breast/chestfeeding and human milk feeding has been established by CCHD. Intervention strategies include:
Interested in being more physically active but not sure where to start? Clinton County has over 30 trails that range from easy walks to advanced hikes, providing options for all ages and abilities.
The Profiles in Public Health series takes a deep dive into public health issues. They share background information, local data and action steps residents, providers and community leaders can take to support public health efforts in our community. Topics include:
The North Country Health Effect provides education for residents on a variety of health and safety topics. Local data and experience are used to provide practical advice for North Country residents on staying safe and well.
Breastfeeding provides babies security, love and food all at once! The Clinton County WIC Program promotes and supports breastfeeding as the normal way of providing infants with the nutrition they need for healthy growth and development. From our supportive staff and Peer Counselor, to our pump program and enhanced packages, we celebrate breastfeeding. WIC currently employs two IBCLC’s (International Board Certified Lactation Consultants) and one CLC’s (Certified Lactation Consultants).
Every three years, CCHD and the University of Vermont Health Network - Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH) develop a Community Health Assessment (CHA) to identify and prioritize the community health needs of Clinton County residents. We do this to better understand the factors and root causes that contribute to higher health risks and poorer health outcomes in our community.
Better Choice Retailer is a free, voluntary program aimed at making it easier for customers to find healthy foods and make healthy choices. As Better Choice Retailers, stores increase access to high quality foods and help customers make healthier choices. By becoming a Better Choice Retailer, stores support healthier choices in our community and gain real advantages for their business.
The Profiles in Public Health series explores matters of local public health significance through timely, relevant data and information and provides recommended action steps for Clinton County residents, health professionals and community leaders.
Topics include: Chest/breastfeeding, the Community Health Assessment, COVID-19, food access, food safety, health policies, immunization, obesity, rabies, sun safety, water and more. Click here to view each topic.