SVMC Gastroenterologist David Furman, MD, loves helping patients prevent disease and understand problems in their digestive system. He was Dr. Trey Dobson's guest on this week's Medical Matters Weekly.
Tammy was happy to get her second dose of Moderna COVID-19 vaccine this week. While she was initially a little hesitant to sign her 12-year-old daughter up for Saturday's clinic, she and her family decided to trust the research and "get it done."
Everyone 12 and older, regardless of residency, is invited to walk-in for a COVID-19 vaccine 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Saturday, May 22 at the former SVC gym. Read More.
It is Time
Lots of people were surprised when the CDC changed its mask guidance last week. Trey Dobson, MD, explains why it's time for vaccinated people to go mask-free. Read More
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The Next Medical Matters Weekly
Two labor-and-delivery pros, Themarge Small, MD, and Deborah Mone, RN, reflect on their years helping families deliver their babies.Read More.
Flavor Inspiration
Registered Dietitian Kristin Irace loves how easy Mexican-inspired recipes are and how simple they make it for busy families to get meal-making nutrition. 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.
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.
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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Taylor Garabedian scored a team-high 22 points and grabbed five rebounds, and Abby Scialabba scored 16 points for the ‘Canes, who got 16 points, nine rebounds and four assists from Ashlyn Lesure. click for more
On Saturday afternoon at Lowell’s Tsongas Center, the Hurricanes will take aim at Division 5 State Championships in girls and boys basketball. click for more
Pittsfield High's Matt Dupuis and Lee's Bella Kotek Sunday completed a Berkshire County sweep at the State Bowling Championships at Bowlero.
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Emily Holian’s strike to open the 10th frame of the Wildcats’ second game against Worcester Tech all but assured Lee a team title at Bowlero Chicopee.
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Hoosac struggled to get into rhythm on the offensive end until Joey McGovern got the 3-ball working. McGovern finished the game with 21 points including a triple in the fourth quarter that cemented him in the record books. It took him nearly the whole game but he was able to join the 1,000-point... click for more
Pittsfield High's Eliza Mullen won state title and in the giant slalom and slalom, winning the former discipline by 1.6 seconds and the latter by nearly 2.7 seconds.
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