SVMC's Wellness Connection: Sept. 27

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September 27, 2024

A Note to Our Readers: 'Living Better'

In partnership with Dartmouth Health, our Wellness Connection newsletter will be changing to a bi-weekly format starting next month. If you enjoy Southwestern Vermont Medical Center’s Wellness Connection e-newsletter, we encourage you to sign up for Dartmouth Health's Living Better biweekly email. Every other week, Living Better explores one health topic from a number of different angles.

 

Sign up for the Living Better newsletter here. The next issue of Wellness Connection will publish on Friday, Oct. 11.

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Celebrate Healthy Aging

 

It’s never too late to strive for a healthier lifestyle and September (aka Healthy Aging Month) is the perfect time to make a plan. SVMC’s Chief Nursing Officer Pamela Duchene shares tips for maintaining your physical and emotional health so you can make the most of your second act.

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SVMC Flu Clinics

 

When it comes to flu shots, the expression ‘the earlier the better’ 100% applies. With flu activity typically ticking up in October, NOW is the time to schedule shots for you and your family. Get vaccinated and get protected!

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Sasquatch Search Comes to Bennington

 

Southwestern Vermont Medical Center has partnered with other community organizations and businesses to launch the Bennington Sasquatch Search on Saturday, Oct. 12. The event encourages kids and families to play outside and explore the mysteries of Sasquatch. Otherwise known as Bigfoot, Sasquatch is a mythical biped who holds a special place in Vermont folklore and pop culture.

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SVMC's Wellness and Care Connection: January Updates

January 2026

Your monthly update on regional health services and wellness.

SVMC offering automated appointment scheduling

 

Staying on top of important medical screenings just got easier, thanks to an expansion of SVMC's scheduling system, giving existing patients appointment options, via text messaging.

 

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Grant benefits Baby Cafe

 

SVMC's Baby Cafe received a generous grant from Heritage Family Credit Union's Foundation, ensuring the program can thrive.

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Sober curious?

 

Are you rethinking how much you drink? With the health impacts of even moderate drinking, many are considering sobriety.

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Celebrating Tom Dee's Impact at SVMC

 

Tom Dee, SVMC's president & CEO for the last 16 years, retires this week. We're taking a moment to reflect on Tom's impact. Singer/songwriter Maxine Linehan helped us celebrate Tom's tenure through a special tribute video, first played at the annual Jingle Bell.

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Should you take your workout outdoors?

 

Dartmouth Health's Living Better newsletter explains the mental and physical benefits venturing out in the cold.

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ICYMI: Bennington's Baby New Year

 

A couple from Troy, NY welcomed Baby Adeline on Jan. 1, the area's first baby of 2026. The Bennington Banner highlighted the big news.

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What Our Patients Say

 

We're sharing direct feedback, (pictured below) collected from patient satisfaction surveys. SVMC and its practice sites always strive to enhance the experience of our patients and families. If you need to discuss your patient experience, contact SVMC's patient advocate.

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