SVMC Wellness Connection: March 22

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March 22, 2024

How Healthy Lifestyle Habits Can Reduce Your Risk of IBS
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According to the American College of Gastroenterology, roughly 15% of adults in the U.S. are currently living with the discomfort and challenges of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). SVMC's gastroenterologist, David Furman, MD, explains the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle to manage IBS and/or on reduce your risk of developing the disorder.
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Prepare for a Surge in Tick Population this Spring

Just because you haven’t put your snow shovel away does not mean it’s too early to be concerned about ticks. A mild winter and early spring are setting the stage for surge in tick numbers. Given that over 50% of ticks tested in Vermont are infected with B. burgdorferi, the bacteria that causes Lyme disease, it’s in your—and your family’s—best interest to start taking precautions now. 
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Get Screened to Detect Lung Cancer Early

The best time to find lung cancer is before it causes symptoms. Painless and only requiring a few minutes, a lung cancer screening scan is an effective way to detect cancer early and reduce your risk of dying. Read More

Colonoscopy FAQs: The Results

With colonoscopies being up to 10 years apart, even patients familiar with the procedure can be understandably confused about their results. SVMC's Endoscopy team is here to help you better understand 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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