SVMC Weekly Health Update: Dec. 1

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December 1, 2023

Cancer Screenings Save Lives

Did you know approximately four out of 10 men and women in the U.S. will develop cancer in their lifetime? Did you also know many of these deaths could have been prevented through routine screenings? Follow these guidelines and talk with your medical provider to make sure you are current on your screenings.

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Remembering Those Lost & Helping Those at Risk

December 1 marks the 35th commemoration of World AIDS Day. This day brings an opportunity to end HIV-related stigma, honor those we have lost, and recommit to creating a world in which HIV is no longer a public health threat.
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Winter Skin Woes

Check out these 8 tips to prevent dry skin during the cold months. ??Read More

Be #IBDvisible This Week

Dec. 1-7, we are shining light on inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Read More

Soap Up!

Washing your hands properly is the best method in reducing illness. 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.

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Understanding Fast Track Joint Replacements

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.

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Why Are My Ears Ringing?

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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