 Mosquito-Borne Illness: What You Need to KnowMosquito-borne illnesses are rare in New Hampshire and Vermont, but they do occur. Here’s what to keep in mind when going outdoors.  Celebrating National Breastfeeding MonthResearch 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.  Southern Vermont College Moving Towards Five Star StatusIn March of 2023, SVHC entered into a purchase and sale agreement of the campus with Alfred Weissman Real Estate, LLC (AWRE). Since then, AWRE has been working toward the development of a five-star destination resort.  SVMC Summer Gala Raises $1.5M for New Cancer CenterThe 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).  Essential Tips for Keeping Your Family Safe Around WaterAs 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.  Tips for Managing Spring AllergiesIt's happening—delicate snowdrops nodding in the breeze, maple buckets being hung (and re-hung), and the first pussy willows bursting forth from their winter cocoons.  Protect Your Eyes During the Solar EclipseMany people are eagerly awaiting the rare total solar eclipse that will take place on April 8, when the moon will completely block the sun. Starting around 2 pm and lasting for about one hour, the daytime skies of northern Vermont and New Hampshire will slowly darken. |
