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Suicide Prevention: Supporting Youth and Knowing the Signs

As caregivers, friends, and community members, we can help if we notice these troubling changes.

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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.

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Brittany Priggen, RN

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.

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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.

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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.

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 Pictured from left to right are: Dartmouth Health CEO and President Joanne Conroy, MD, U.S. Sen. Peter Welch (D-VT), SVMC President and CEO Thomas A. Dee, Don and Nancy Kendall, SVMC Board of Trustees Chair Kathy Fisher, Jackie and Tony Marro, Susan Hunt

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.

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Would You Recognize a Heart Attack?

If you’re not familiar with all the ways a heart attack might be experienced, you could lose valuable time and heart muscle by not seeking care as soon as symptoms appear.

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Easing the Challenges of Psoriasis

A common chronic inflammatory skin condition, psoriasis can be incredibly frustrating and challenging to live with.

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Stay Protected

Put the power of vaccines to work for you and your family.

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Are your Child's Eyes 'School Ready'?

The importance of back-to-school eye exams

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