SVMC Wellness Connection: March 22

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March 22, 2024

How Healthy Lifestyle Habits Can Reduce Your Risk of IBS
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According to the American College of Gastroenterology, roughly 15% of adults in the U.S. are currently living with the discomfort and challenges of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). SVMC's gastroenterologist, David Furman, MD, explains the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle to manage IBS and/or on reduce your risk of developing the disorder.
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Prepare for a Surge in Tick Population this Spring

Just because you haven’t put your snow shovel away does not mean it’s too early to be concerned about ticks. A mild winter and early spring are setting the stage for surge in tick numbers. Given that over 50% of ticks tested in Vermont are infected with B. burgdorferi, the bacteria that causes Lyme disease, it’s in your—and your family’s—best interest to start taking precautions now. 
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Get Screened to Detect Lung Cancer Early

The best time to find lung cancer is before it causes symptoms. Painless and only requiring a few minutes, a lung cancer screening scan is an effective way to detect cancer early and reduce your risk of dying. Read More

Colonoscopy FAQs: The Results

With colonoscopies being up to 10 years apart, even patients familiar with the procedure can be understandably confused about their results. SVMC's Endoscopy team is here to help you better understand them. Read More
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SVMC Wellness Connection: May 10

May 10, 2024

What To Do When Food Allergies Strike
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Every 10 seconds, someone is rushed to the emergency department because of an allergic reaction to something they ate. May 12 - 18 is Food Allergy Awareness Week, a great time to learn how to recognize the symptoms and why the right response is critical. 
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Don't Let Your Bladder Hold You Back

We’ve all experienced the panic that ensues when you wait too long to go to the bathroom. But for more than 15% of men and 45% of women in the U.S., that feeling of panic and immediate need to pee is a part of daily life. Anthony Donaldson, MD, a board-certified urologist at Southwestern Vermont Medical Center, provides tips on how you can regain control of your bladder and your life.
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Hearing Loss in Little Ones is a Big Deal

From the moment they are born, children start to develop language. But for children with untreated hearing loss, their ability to learn language and produce clear speech can lead to developmental challenges. Read More.

Dementia: Recognizing Early Signs

At a time when almost 10% of U.S. adults aged 65 and older have dementia, it’s important to be able to differentiate normal signs of aging from early signs of the disease. Read more.
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