Vermont News
News stories from the past 60 days.
Oct 21, 2026 - Describes challenges with emergency medical services (EMS) provision in rural Vermont, discussing patients using EMS for primary care and low reimbursement rates. Notes possible policy measures to address EMS challenges.
Source: VTDigger
Sep 29, 2026 - New funding for at-home healthcare programs will offer primary and palliative care as well as training for caregivers in rural communities across Vermont and New Hampshire. Discusses the limited healthcare options for rural communities both nationally and in New Hampshire.
Source: New Hampshire Bulletin
Aug 30, 2026 - Discusses a new survey showing a continued decline in primary care providers in Vermont. Describes how Vermont's shortage compares with national trends, challenges with primary care distribution in a small population state, a rise in specialization, and physician demographic trends.
Source: VT Digger