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Three women arm in arm
Posted on Thursday, October 15, 2015 by UVMHN-CVMC

This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, learn about studies supporting the benefits of exercise and nutrition for prevention of breast cancer and for those with a diagnosis of breast cancer.  

CVMC's Physical Therapists at Ragnor Trail Race
Posted on Thursday, October 8, 2015 by UVMHN-CVMC

National Physical Therapy Month (NPTM) recognizes the impact that physical therapists and physical therapist assistants make in restoring and improving motion in people's lives. At UVM Health Network CVMC we are particularly proud of the passion and dedication our PTs bring to their patients.

National PrepareAthon! Day - Don’t Wait. Communicate. Make Your Emergency Plan Today!
Posted on Wednesday, September 30, 2015 by UVMHN-CVMC

Did you know that today is National PrepareAthon! Day? Your family may not be together if disaster strikes so it is important to think about how you are going to prepare for such an event.

Girl wearing bike helmet
Posted on Thursday, September 24, 2015 by UVMHN-CVMC

Did you know that wearing a bike helmet can reduce the risk of head injury by 85%? Get tips on how to make sure your child is wearing a helmet that fits properly–a helmet that fits rights will not only be safer for your child but more comfortable for them to wear.

Senior woman leaning on a garden shovel
Posted on Wednesday, September 16, 2015 by UVMHN-CVMC

In recognition of Fall Prevention Awareness Day on Wednesday, September 23 we encourage you to take the time to learn if you are at risk for falling and what steps you can take to eliminating or decreasing these risks.

Healthy School Lunch
Posted on Wednesday, September 16, 2015 by UVMHN-CVMC

If you already feel like you are losing the school lunch battle, check out these great tips from UVMHN-CVMC nutritionist Amy Gendron, RDN, CDE on how to keep lunches convenient, healthy, safe and fun!

Posted on Wednesday, September 9, 2015 by UVMHN-CVMC

Learn how you can prevent childhood obesity by taking simple steps to keep your kids active, limiting screen time, and eating more nutritious meals.

Golden Beets
Posted on Friday, September 4, 2015 by UVMHN-CVMC

Looking for something healthy and tasty to serve this Labor Day weekend that also helps to use up some of those beets and beans from your garden? Try out this recipe from our Mountainview Café staff.

Posted on Wednesday, September 2, 2015 by UVMHN-CVMC

Did you know that according to a report in March 2015, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control reported that in just one year, traumatic brain injuries (or TBI) accounted for nearly 2.2 million emergency department visits, 280,000 hospitalizations and 50,000 deaths?

Children on swings at playground
Posted on Wednesday, August 19, 2015 by UVMHN-CVMC

For parents of children with asthma, back-to-school preparations mean more than just buying school supplies and new clothing—it is also the time to start taking proactive steps to involve your school’s health services in the management of your child’s asthma.