Research indicates that breastfeeding can significantly reduce the risk of various health issues in both infants and mothers, including respiratory infections, allergies, and certain cancers in mothers.
The event, which hosted nearly 400 people, broke all previous fundraising records in support of building a new regional cancer center at Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC).
As the days grow warmer, people of all ages are heading to lakes, streams, beaches and pools to find relief from the heat. While it’s easy to get swept up in all the fun that swimming, boating, and floating provide, it’s important to remember that it’s not without risk.