SVMC Weekly Health Update: Sept. 15

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September 15, 2023

Recognizing the Signs of Ovarian Cancer

September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. The rate at which women are being diagnosed with ovarian cancer has been slowly falling over the past 20 years. Find out what every woman needs to know about this difficult-to-detect cancer.
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Understanding Your Cancer Risk with Genetic Testing
It’s estimated that millions of Americans are carrying a genetic predisposition to cancer, and many of them have no idea. Learn how predictive genetic testing can help.
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Suicidal Thoughts

What to do if you suspect someone is thinking of suicide. Read More

Attention Smokers

What happens to your body when you quit may surprise you. ??Read More

Home Hazards

Know the facts about falls and how to prevent them. Read More
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SVMC Wellness Connection: May 17

May 17, 2024

Preeclampsia: Separating Fact from Fiction
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While researchers and clinicians still do not fully understand why preeclampsia occurs in 5-7% of all pregnancies, they do know that early intervention saves lives. Kimberley Sampson-Paine, MD, Chair of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Southwestern Vermont Medical Center, explains why it is essential for expectant parents to rely on reliable sources for information, attend regular prenatal checkups, and promptly inform their healthcare providers of any worrisome symptoms. 
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Your Mental Health Matters. Always.

 

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and millions of people in the U.S. are affected by mental illness. Due to stigma or lack of understanding, many people don’t get the help and treatment they need to manage their illness, overcome challenges, and lead productive lives. 
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Could You Be Making Your Seasonal Allergies Worse?

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If you’re struggling to get control of your seasonal allergies, the problem may not just be the pollen count. Read on to learn how seemingly harmless daily routines and habits maybe undermining your allergy management efforts.
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