SVHC Weekly Health Update: April 21

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April 21, 2023

Weekend Warriors Take Note

With warmer days finally here, flower beds and vegetable gardens have our attention. Don't end up achy and sore from physically exerting yourself in the garden. Check out these seven stretches to make yard work easier on your body.

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The Benefits of Hand Therapy

Our hands give us so much: our livelihoods, creativity, and independence. Losing hand function can be debilitating. A certified hand therapist can help if you are limited from an injury or a chronic condition.
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What is Trigger Finger?

Board-certified hand specialist Dr. Veltre details all. Read More

Sound the Alarm

Get a free smoke alarm from the American Red Cross. ?Read More

UCS Open House May 11

United Counseling Service is helping children in crisis. Learn More

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SVMC Wellness Connection: April 12

April 12, 2024

5 Ways to Address Pain from Basal Joint Arthritis

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After a long winter’s nap, gardens are calling out to be raked, pruned, dug, and planted. All that activity can take a toll on your body, especially your hands if you have arthritis. While you can’t reverse arthritis, there are things you can do to make living with it less painful. Learn more about the treatment options that can minimize discomfort and improve hand function. 

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Lousy Night's Sleep? Daytime Behaviors Could Be to Blame

If you’re one of the nearly 84 million Americans (1 in 3 adults) who do not get the recommended amount of uninterrupted sleep, your physical and mental health may be at serious risk. Learn how to improve your overall health by adjusting your daily routines with these healthy sleep habits.

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Unusual Symptoms of Diabetes

Most people are familiar with the common symptoms of diabetes—increased thirst, hunger, and urination. But there are other, less-common symptoms that can also indicate issues with your blood sugar. Take a look at these five symptoms that should not be ignored. Read More.

Spring Into Sun Safety

As spring weather has you wearing heavy coats and sweaters less and less, there’s one thing you should be putting on more and more: sunscreen. Learn why a product's SPF level and broad-spectrum qualities matter. Read More.

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