SVMC Wellness Connection: March 1

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March 1, 2024

Cancer Care Q & A with Matthew Vernon, MD
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What are tumor boards and what role do they play in your cancer care? In this in-depth Q & A session, radiation oncologist Matthew Vernon, MD, explains the significance of tumor boards and how it improves care at the Dartmouth Cancer Center at Southwestern Vermont Medical Center.
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When Should I Get a Colonoscopy?

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, bringing attention to the second leading cause of cancer death in the U.S. This form of cancer is also one of the most preventable and a colonoscopy is the primary method of detection. Learn more from SVMC's Endoscopy team who answers the most frequently asked questions when it comes to all things colon.
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Preventing Chronic Kidney Disease

Did you know 33% of adults in the U.S. are at risk for kidney disease? This month is a time to raise awareness on these hardworking organs and turn the odds in your favor by following these prevention tips. Read More

World Hearing Day on March 3

Hearing loss is the third most common chronic health condition in the U.S. To honor World Hearing Day, we’re sharing how to recognize the signs of hearing loss in yourself and others to prevent future issues. 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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