SVMC's wellness Connection: Feb. 28

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February 28, 2025

Introduce Your Kids to the Joy & Fun of Running

Motivate your kids to lead a healthy and active lifestyle through a fun, inclusive five-week running program in Bennington. Early bird registration is now live!?

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Childhood Obesity | More than just a diet

 

Approximately 1 in 5 U.S. children between the ages of 2 and 19 have a serious, chronic disease that many people—including their parents—don’t recognize as a disease. Here’s what you need to know about childhood obesity and how to reverse it.

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Recover Stronger | Cardiac Rehab After a Heart Event

 

Each year, over 800,000 Americans suffer a heart attack. One in five experience a second heart attack within five years. For many, the difference between experiencing a second event and not is cardiac rehab.    

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Join us for the Women's Wellness Series on Perimenopause & Menopause. SVMC’s Dr. Kimberley Sampson-Paine will be joined by SVMC dietitians & therapists for an interactive discussion about symptoms, nutrition, and exercise. Space is limited so register today!

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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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