SVMC Wellness Connection: July 19

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July 19, 2024

SVMC Recognized for Excellence in Emergency Nursing
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Congratulations to the Kendall Emergency Department (ED) for being selected as a recipient of the Emergency Nurses Association’s 2024 Lantern Award®! The Lantern Award highlights excellence in leadership, practice, education, advocacy and research performance. SVMC's team was among less than 100 EDs throughout the country to receive this three-year designation and is the first ED in Vermont to receive the award. Read on to learn more about this prestigious honor.
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Rising Temps Means Increased Risk of Heat-Related Illness

Over the past few years, heat-related deaths have been steadily increasing. Just last year, a staggering 2,297 Americans died from overheating.

It is important, now more than ever, to make sure you’re familiar with the early warning signs of heat-related illness, how to treat it, and how to prevent it. 
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Planning Ahead for Fall

Yes, summer vacation has barely begun but there is one back-to-school requirement that should be on every caregiver’s mind: physicals. SVMC’s Director of Pediatrics Jaclyn Lozier, MD explains why you should make an effort to schedule them now.

 

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A Real Summer Bummer

Swimmer’s ear is a common, and sometimes painful, condition that affects water lovers and even people who don’t swim. The great news is that it's treatable and preventable. 

 

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Summer Eye Protection

We’re all familiar with the importance of wearing sunscreen to protect our skin from damaging UV rays. But did you know those same rays can cause irreversible damage to your eyes? 

 

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Join Us in Celebrating the Vermont Chamber's 2024 Citizen of the Year

 

Tom Dee, President and CEO of Southwestern Vermont Medical Center, will be recognized at a special event on August 1 at the Everett Mansion at Southern Vermont College.

 

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Green Mountain Care Board – Act 167 Community Meeting

 

In 2022, the Vermont legislature passed Act 167, which directed the Green Mountain Care Board (GMCB) and the state Agency of Human Services to develop community-informed and data-driven options to transform Vermont’s hospitals to improve access, affordability, quality and sustainability. The GMCB hired the national consulting firm, Oliver Wyman, to lead this process. This summer, Oliver Wyman is presenting its findings and options to hospitals and communities across the state. On August 1 at 7 p.m., Oliver Wyman will present its SVMC-specific findings at the Bennington Fire House.

 

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National Grid Hosts Customer Assistance Events In The Berkshires

WALTHAM, Mass. — National Grid will hold a series of in-person Customer Assistance Events this December. 
 
As colder weather sets in, these events are designed to help customers manage winter energy bills and explore cost-saving programs.
 
In Berkshire County:
  • Dec. 4 – Town Library, Williamstown, 4:00pm – 8:00pm, 1095 Main Street, Williamstown
  • Dec. 5 – National Grid Great Barrington Office, 11:00am – 2:00pm, 927 South Main Street, Great Barrington
  • Dec. 5 – Sheffield Bushnell-Sage Library, 5:00pm – 8:00pm, 97 Main Street, Sheffield
Many of these events will continue to take place at local senior centers, making it convenient for older residents to access personalized assistance. Attendees at any location will have direct access to National Grid Customer Service Specialists, who can provide personalized guidance on payment options and energy solutions to meet each household's needs.
 
"As December begins, customers still have opportunities to find support and manage energy costs," said Bill Malee, chief customer officer, National Grid. "We're proud to host many of these events at local senior centers, ensuring customers have easy access to the support they need. Our in-person events are a great way for customers to connect with our team, learn about flexible payment options, and discover energy-saving programs that can help make a real difference this season."
 
Customers attending in-person events will have the opportunity to meet with representatives from National Grid, who will be on-site to assist with billing issues and provide information on:
  • Enrolling in National Grid's new Payment Assistance Bundle
  • Enrolling in Budget Billing
  • Enrolling in the Energy Discount Rate (for qualifying customers)
  • Scheduling home energy assessments and sharing information on other energy efficiency opportunities for homes or businesses 
These events are part of National Grid's broader commitment to affordability and reliability. Customers can also access support by calling 1-800-233-5325.
 
National Grid customers can now sign up for a new Payment Assistance Bundle. The bundle combines three solutions to make it easier for managing energy costs and paying down past due amounts over a 12-month period.
  • Deferred Payment Agreement: Spread out past-due balance into future monthly payments.
  • Automatic Monthly Payments: Automatically deduct payments from your bank account each month and avoid missing due dates.
  • Budget Plan: Break down annual energy costs into balanced monthly payments, making it easier to budget and plan expenses.
Customers interested in enrolling in the Payment Assistance Bundle can do so online by visiting ngrid.com/hereforyou, at an in-person event, or by calling 1-800-233-5325.
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