SVMC: COVID-19 Update November 6

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November 6, 2020
 
SVHC Leaders Appear in Eighth Video Update
 
SVHC Leaders Appear in Eighth Video Update
 
 
As we shift from fall to winter and COVID-19 cases surge nationally and regionwide, SVHC's President and CEO Tom Dee and Chief Medical Officer Trey Dobson, MD, provide a community update with the help of the Southwestern Vermont Chamber of Commerce's Matt Harrington and CAT-TV.
 
Why a Vaccine is the Only Way to Achieve Herd Immunity
 
 
There are five major reasons to rely on a vaccine, rather than relaxing precautions, to achieve herd immunity for COVID-19. Marie George, MD, infectious disease specialist at SVMC, shares them.
 
 
The Making of a Superspreader
Learn about the three things that turn an ordinary person into a virus-spreading machine and how to avoid becoming one yourself. Read On.
 
 
Teenagers, Parents, and COVID 
As cases continue to rise, this is an important time to talk to your teen about COVID, their friends, and how they are feeling.
 
What is Magnet?
You've heard that SVMC is a Magnet Center for Nursing Excellence, but what does that really mean? Chief Nursing Officer Pamela Duchene explains. Learn More.
 
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