SVMC Wellness Connection: March 22

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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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SVMC Care Connection: June

June 2026

Your monthly update on regional health services and wellness.

SVMC launches capital campaign for Family Medicine Residency

 

The Summer Gala—Southwestern Vermont Health Care (SVHC) Foundation’s signature fundraising event —netted nearly $1 million to support a Dartmouth Health Family Medicine Residency at Southwestern Vermont Medical Center in downtown Bennington.

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'Dynamic' Pickleball injury prevention

 

SVMC's Dawn Petit, PTA has developed a dynamic warm-up to help prevent common pickleball injuries. 

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Is pollen really worse this year?

 

Dartmouth Health experts explain pollen counts this year, and how to manage your allergies throughout this season.

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Sen. Welch: Rural Health Care Innovation Roundtable July 1

 

SVMC's CEO & President Estevan Garcia, MD, DrPH will be participating in U.S. Sen. Peter Welch's Health Care Innovation Roundtable on Wednesday, July 1 in Bennington. The discussion is open to the public and will be held at the Bennington Firehouse, 130 River St., at 1 p.m.

 

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Bennington Pride is Saturday, June 27

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