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What To Do When Food Allergies Strike

Food allergy is an increasingly serious and potentially life-threatening medical condition affecting 33 million Americans.

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Bike Riding Safety Tips for New & Experienced Riders

No matter how long you’ve been riding, the potential for injury is very real and always present.

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What to Do for a Rotator Cuff Injury

Ever experience a twinge of pain, grinding or crackling in your shoulder? There’s a good chance you may be dealing with a rotator cuff injury.

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Addressing Pediatric Eating Disorders In Infants

Pediatric eating disorders encompass a range of challenges related to feeding and nutrition in the earliest stages of life.

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Parents, Is Low Iron Holding Your Child Back?

Anemia is the most common pediatric blood disorder. The good news is it’s generally easy to treat. The first step is recognizing the signs and symptoms.

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Tips for Avoiding the Agony of Kidney Stones

While there is no guaranteed way to prevent stones from forming (heredity does play a role), you can reduce your risk by modifying your diet.

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Living Life on Your Own Terms with Crohn's Disease

If you are one of the more than half-million Americans living with Crohn’s disease, you are likely all too familiar with the unpredictable nature of the chronic condition.

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Every day is Take Back Day at SVMC

Prevent Drug Misuse on National Take Back Day, April 27

DEA's National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is your chance to rid your medicine cabinet of unneeded and unwanted medications.

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SVMC Honors ‘DAISY’ and ‘PETAL’ Recipients

Southwestern Vermont Medical Center honored two clinical staff recently for their commitment to exceptional patient care and teamwork.

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A woman buckling an infant into a car seat.

How to Find the Right Car Seat for Your Child

Auto accidents are one of the leading causes of death for children ages 1 to 13 years in the United States. Many of those deaths could have been prevented with the proper use of a car seat.

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