SVHC Weekly Health Update: March 17

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March 17, 2023

Why End-of-Life Planning Matters for You and Loved Ones

End-of-life choices are a subject many would like to avoid. The unfortunate outcome is often a difficult and painful scramble for family members when someone becomes seriously ill. 

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How to Help When Someone Talks of Suicide

Suicide can affect anyone regardless of age, gender, or background. Between 2020 and 2021, rates of suicide climbed across all ages. Learn what to do when someone is suicidal.
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Eyes & Ears Screenings

Preventing lifelong struggles for children. Read More

Get on Up!

Counteracting the dangers of prolonged sitting. Read More

Colon Cancer Screening

Are at-home tests as good as a colonoscopy? Read 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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