SVHC Weekly Health Update: Aug. 18

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August 18, 2023

SVMC Receives 5-Star Rating from CMS

Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC), a member of Dartmouth Health, is one of only 483 hospitals in the country—including just three in Vermont—to receive a coveted five-star Overall Hospital Quality Star Rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).

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Aphasia: Understanding the Condition & Spreading Awareness

Dr. Herbert Gregg, a neurologist at Southwestern Vermont Medical Center, provides insight on the communication-stealing condition, aphasia, and how to treat it.
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Back-To-School Jitters

Tips on how to plan and prepare for a successful school year. Read More

R.A.M. Offers Free Medical Care

Two-day dental, vision, and medical clinic to be held at MAU Middle School this weekend. ??Read More

Better Food. Better Health.

From heart health to diabetes, the Mediterranean diet serves up many benefits and flavors. Read More

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SVMC Wellness Connection: May 10

May 10, 2024

What To Do When Food Allergies Strike

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Every 10 seconds, someone is rushed to the emergency department because of an allergic reaction to something they ate. May 12 - 18 is Food Allergy Awareness Week, a great time to learn how to recognize the symptoms and why the right response is critical. 

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Don't Let Your Bladder Hold You Back

We’ve all experienced the panic that ensues when you wait too long to go to the bathroom. But for more than 15% of men and 45% of women in the U.S., that feeling of panic and immediate need to pee is a part of daily life. Anthony Donaldson, MD, a board-certified urologist at Southwestern Vermont Medical Center, provides tips on how you can regain control of your bladder and your life.

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Hearing Loss in Little Ones is a Big Deal

From the moment they are born, children start to develop language. But for children with untreated hearing loss, their ability to learn language and produce clear speech can lead to developmental challenges. Read More.

Dementia: Recognizing Early Signs

At a time when almost 10% of U.S. adults aged 65 and older have dementia, it’s important to be able to differentiate normal signs of aging from early signs of the disease. Read more.

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