SVMC Wellness Collection: Feb. 9

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February 9, 2024

SVMC Today, Regional Events to Better Serve our Community

SVMC's oncology team answering questions during the panel discussion

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SVMC Today, a series of community events to provide updates on our organization in our service areas, kicked off in Williamstown, MA, on January 31. The evening featured a panel discussion with our oncology team, which included a lively conversation about innovation in care and answered an array of questions from Williamstown residents.

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Transform Your Relationship with Your Body & Health

Weight stigma, its impact on health and wellbeing, and the power of self-love is the focus of a free community event this month, sponsored by Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC).

 

Join the conversation and register for the Fat & Fabulous Speaker Series today.

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Heart Disease v. Women

While heart disease is the leading cause of death among women in the U.S., causing 1 in 3 deaths each year, many women don’t even recognize the signs of a heart incident when it’s happening. Read More

Does My Child Need Glasses?

While you can trust your kids to know a lot of things—like peas are gross and orange is THE best color—one thing you can’t trust them to know is if their vision is good or not. Learn how to recognize the signs that glasses may be in order for your child. Read More

Kicking THIS Habit to The Curb

According to the Centers for Disease Control, more than half of adult smokers attempt to quit every year. Unfortunately, only 1 in 10 succeeds. And for those that do, it’s rarely accomplished in the attempt. Read More

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SVMC Wellness Connection: April 19

April 19, 2024

Car Safety Tips Everyone Needs to Know

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Whether you are transporting your newborn home for the first time or getting an eight-year-old to soccer practice, you should never lose sight of this simple fact: the car seat you use has the potential to save their life. Learn how to find and choose the right car seat for your child.

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Understanding Fast Track Joint Replacements

Also known as same-day joint replacements, Fast Track joint replacement surgery offers many benefits and similarities to standard joint replacement procedures. SVMC's board-certified and fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon, Michaela Schneiderbauer, MD, MBA, informs us of the key factors to consider for this type of surgery and how to ensure a smooth recovery process.

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Why Are My Ears Ringing?

If you regularly—or constantly—experience a sound in one or both ears even though there is no outside source of the sound, you likely have tinnitus. It is one of the most common health conditions in the country, and can be as difficult to live with as it is to treat. Read More.

Healthy Kids Running Series

A national, community-based nonprofit that provides fun running and competition opportunities for kids, is set to kick off on Sunday, April 28 at Mount Anthony Union High School in Bennington. To learn more or register your kid(s), Read More.

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