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Let’s Eat! Healthy Meal Ideas Packed with Flavor, Not Salt
Cutting down on salt is one of the kindest things we can do for our health.

Separating Fact from Fiction: Common Myths About Alzheimer's Disease Debunked
Alzheimer's disease is often misunderstood due to various long-held myths and misconceptions.

Prostate Cancer Screenings: Early Detection Improves Outcomes
The 5-year survival rate in the U.S. for men diagnosed with early-stage prostate cancer is greater than 99%.

SVMC Marks National Rehabilitation Awareness Week
Across the country, the third week of September is heralded as National Rehabilitation Awareness Week.

Suicide Prevention: Supporting Youth and Knowing the Signs
As caregivers, friends, and community members, we can help if we notice these troubling changes.

Understanding Ovarian Cancer: Symptoms, Risks, and Prevention Strategies
The 11th most common cancer among women, ovarian cancer is not common. However, it is the deadliest of gynecologic cancers.

Nurse Preceptor Honored, Called a 'Credit to the Career'
A nurse preceptor in Southwestern Vermont Medical Center’s Medical-Surgical Unit was honored recently for the compassionate care provided to a patient with Alzheimer’s disease.

Vaccines: They’re Not Just For Kids
While many associate vaccines with childhood, adults also need to stay current to protect themselves and those around them from preventable diseases.

Radon: The Invisible Danger In Your Home
Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S. and results in about 21,000 deaths annually.

SVMC marks completion of major construction and renovation projects
On Thursday, August 29, Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC), a member of Dartmouth Health, celebrated the completion of a three-year renovation and construction project.