SVMC Wellness Connection: June 28

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June 28, 2024

Southern Vermont is Ready to Paint the Town with Pride

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On Sunday, June 30th, Bennington’s Main Street will be awash with color and celebration as the 5th Annual Bennington Pride March takes to the streets to honor the past, celebrate the present, and continue to fight for a brighter, more inclusive future for all.

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Prevent Tragedy & Play it Safe Around the Water

After decades of decline, accidental drowning rates are rising in the US. Now at a staggering 4,500+ incidents per year, drowning claims over 12 lives a day. By following some simple safety guidelines, you can significantly reduce the risk to you and your family, and ensure your time in and around water is enjoyable and safe.

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What to Do with Unused Medication

Is your medicine cabinet full of expired drugs or medications you no longer use?

SVMC’s director of pharmacy services Robert Sherman PharmD, MHA, RPh, offers these tips for disposing of them responsibly. Read More.

Healthy Summer Eating Ideas

Fresh food and flavors are closer—and more affordable—than you think. Local farmers’ markets are now open and operating on summer hours to bring the freshest possible foods to the community. Read More.

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Vermont's 'Operation Game Thief' Helps Catch Poachers

MONTPELIER, Vt. – Vermont State Game Wardens are asking Vermonters with information about fish and wildlife crimes to submit them through the Operation Game Thief program. 
 
Operation Game Thief (OGT) is a joint nonprofit program sponsored by the Vermont Federation of Sportsmen's Clubs and administered by the Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department.  The program provides a way for people to help protect the state's fish and wildlife by reporting law violators at 1-800-75ALERT (1-800-752-5378).  The toll-free hotline is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year to report violations.  Rewards are paid for information leading to arrests. 
 
"Vermont is lucky to have dedicated wardens patrolling our fields, forests and waterways, but their numbers are limited," said Col. Justin Stedman.  "Operation Game Thief is a great way for Vermonters to assist in reducing fish and wildlife violations by providing tips and information.  We're asking people to call with details such as names and descriptions of perpetrators, and descriptions and plate numbers of vehicles whenever possible." 
 
"Poachers steal the opportunity for others to legally hunt and fish and may create an unfairly negative impression of hunting and fishing with the general public," said Col. Stedman.  "They may also target threatened, endangered or nongame species.  We appreciate this partnership with the Vermont Federation of Sportsmen's Clubs to help us catch and prosecute poachers through Operation Game Thief."
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