Monthly Archives: January 2012

When in Doubt, Check it Out: How to Get Reliable Health Information

Posted on January 31, 2012 by

Every day the news is full of health stories, but it can be difficult to know whether these stories are accurate or not. When reading news stories, keep these points in mind: Is it Really News?  Companies may issue press … Continue reading →

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Car Seats and Winter Jackets Don’t Mix!

Posted on January 24, 2012 by

We all know that kids need to use car seats.  In the winter, we know that kids need to wear jackets.   What we, as parents, don’t always know is that jackets and car seats don’t work well together. Screech!  Hold … Continue reading →

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A Month of “Big Change” at Vermont Children’s Hospital

Posted on January 19, 2012 by

The start of a new year always brings change, and that is certainly true for our Vermont Children’s Hospital as we enter our busiest season of the year.  We certainly see changes in the types of illnesses that winter brings … Continue reading →

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Guest Blogger Beth Peters: A Peek Behind the Scenes at Fletcher Allen

Posted on January 16, 2012 by

Last November 17th I posted this on the Facebook page for my business, VIVID Workplace: “Spent the last two days attending FAHC’s Community Rounds which was outstanding. This is a program designed to give VT community leaders an inside look … Continue reading →

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The Truth About Antioxidants

Posted on January 10, 2012 by

Could it be true? Chocolate is a good for me? In the past decade or so, there has been much in the press about the health benefits of foods that had previously been considered treats, such as chocolate, red wine, … Continue reading →

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