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Celebrating National
Nurses Week
As we start into National Nurses Week, I have been reflecting on some of the many talented nurses I have known over the years, and I want to thank ALL our nursing colleagues in every corner of Fletcher Allen—for their superb skills, their daily pursuit of excellence, and their commitment to the highest quality care for our patients and families.
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Category Archives: Head Injury
Keeping Safety in Mind This Winter
It is still fall according to the calendar, and already the mountain tops to the east and west are covered with a beautiful white frosting of snow. This certainly reminds us of why we love living in Vermont! But, this … Continue reading
Posted in Falls, Head Injury, Helmet Safety, Injury Prevention, Safety Tips, Sports Injury, Uncategorized
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Don’t KNOCK your NOGGIN! May is National Trauma Awareness Month
Two years ago, my college-aged son and I were skiing at a local slope and he was showing me all of his tricks in the “park” (you know: the rails, and the jumps, and such). I watched him fall and … Continue reading
Bikes, Skateboards, and ATVs – Oh My!
I have been an employee at Fletcher Allen for ten years, but this October I have officially been our Injury Prevention Coordinator for one year. My position is part of a dynamic team of staff that makes up our Level … Continue reading
Posted in Children, Community Health, Head Injury, Helmet Safety, Sports Injury, Vermont Childrens Hospital
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First With Kids: Gear Up For Bike Safety
It’s the time of year when kids are hopping on their bikes more and more, so parents have been pedaling lots of questions at me about bicycle safety. Well, let me see if I can gear-up and answer some of … Continue reading
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Sports Injury Week (4/18-4/22): The Truth About Concussions
A concussion is a disturbance to brain function caused by a blow to the head or even another part of the body that leads to shaking or jarring of the brain. The way we diagnose and treat concussions is rapidly … Continue reading
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