SVHC Weekly Health Update: Nov. 25

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November 25, 2022

#1 in SVHC's 8-Week Healthy Holiday Challenge

Registered Dietitians Kristin Irace and Carley Colotti share the first challenge in SVHC's 8-Week Healthy Holiday Challenge. Get a fresh goal every Friday through January 13, and share your progress on social media with #SVHCHHC.

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Healthy Gift Ideas for All Ages

Our clinicians know just what your friends, family, and neighbors need this year. They share gift ideas that will improve your loved ones' health and yours.

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Diabetes Basics

We wrap up National Diabetes Awareness Month with this helpful review from Jill Robart, RN, CDE. Learn More.

Olympic Hopeful

Ivette Guttmann, MD, of SVMC Orthopedics, prepares to train to treat the world's most elite athletes. Read More.

Medical Matters Weekly Flashback

Revisit some of our most influential and inspiring guests. Watch Now.

Online Cooking Class

Interested in preventing or fighting cancer? Learn to cook delicious plant-based meals Dec. 8. Register Now.

Enter and Win!

Nearly $7,000 in exciting prizes could be yours when you support SVHC by purchasing a raffle ticket. Get Yours.

Shop and Support

Local businesses have stepped up to support SVHC's Vision 2020 projects. Now it's your turn! Learn More

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SVMC Wellness Connection: March 22

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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