SVMC Wellness Collection: Feb. 9

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February 9, 2024

SVMC Today, Regional Events to Better Serve our Community

SVMC's oncology team answering questions during the panel discussion

SVMC Today, a series of community events to provide updates on our organization in our service areas, kicked off in Williamstown, MA, on January 31. The evening featured a panel discussion with our oncology team, which included a lively conversation about innovation in care and answered an array of questions from Williamstown residents.

Transform Your Relationship with Your Body & Health

Weight stigma, its impact on health and wellbeing, and the power of self-love is the focus of a free community event this month, sponsored by Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC).

Join the conversation and register for the Fat & Fabulous Speaker Series today.

Heart Disease v. Women

While heart disease is the leading cause of death among women in the U.S., causing 1 in 3 deaths each year, many women don’t even recognize the signs of a heart incident when it’s happening. Read More

Does My Child Need Glasses?

While you can trust your kids to know a lot of things—like peas are gross and orange is THE best color—one thing you can’t trust them to know is if their vision is good or not. Learn how to recognize the signs that glasses may be in order for your child. Read More

Kicking THIS Habit to The Curb

According to the Centers for Disease Control, more than half of adult smokers attempt to quit every year. Unfortunately, only 1 in 10 succeeds. And for those that do, it’s rarely accomplished in the attempt. Read More

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SVMC Weekly Health Update: Jan. 17

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January 17, 2025

Protect Yourself & Your Family from Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

Accidental carbon monoxide poisoning leads to more than 50,000 emergency room visits and 430 deaths across the country every year. While the circumstances vary, 100% of them are preventable. Do you know if you and your family are at risk?

Give the Gift of Life | One-Hour Can Be Truly Life Saving

Observed every January, National Blood Donor Month calls attention to the critical importance of blood donation to people of all ages across the country. Every donation you make has the potential to save or deeply impact the lives of up to three people.

Cervical Cancer | Early Detection and Prevention Make a Difference

Not that long ago, cervical cancer was one of the most common causes of cancer death for American women. Thanks to prevention and screening, the death rate has dropped by more than half since the mid-1970s.

SVMC’s Outpatient Rehabilitation department will host an informational lecture on Monday, Jan. 27 at 9:30 a.m., at the Manchester Community Library, explaining treatment options for people living with Parkinson’ Disease (PD) and other movement disorders.