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Explore expert insights from our dedicated Community Health medical, dental and behavioral health experts. These articles are written by our team to guide you in living well, managing your health, and making informed decisions for yourself and your family.
Advance Directive – A Guide to Your Healthcare Decisions
Learn about the importance of creating an advance directive to ensure your healthcare wishes are respected, providing peace of mind for you and your loved ones.
Aging and Dental Health
As we age, maintaining good oral health becomes crucial. Learn how to care for your teeth and address age-related dental concerns at Community Health
Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group
Monthly support meeting for caregivers who care for a person with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. It’s a safe space where caregivers help caregivers.
Children’s Behavioral Health Awareness
Children’s behavioral health is vital for their development. Learn the signs of struggle, build positive relationships, and find support during Children’s Behavioral Health Awareness Month.
Early Childhood Dental Care – Every Child Deserves a Beautiful Smile
Learn essential tips for early childhood dental care to promote healthy habits, prevent cavities, and ensure a lifetime of beautiful smiles for your child.
Escape the Stresses of Life – READ
Reading can reduce stress, improve sleep, and enhance mental health. Discover the many benefits of reading and the resources available at your local library.
Flu Season
Learn how to protect yourself and others during flu season, manage symptoms, and stay informed about respiratory illnesses like COVID, RSV, and the flu.
Heart Disease
Heart disease refers to several types of heart conditions. The most common types of heart disease include coronary artery disease (CAD) and cardiovascular disease (CVD).
Helping Our Kids Build Healthy Active Lives
Encourage children to develop healthy habits with the 5-2-1-0 rule, social media awareness, and the latest CDC guidelines for school health and safety.
Know Your Poison Plants To Avoid Painful Skin Rashes
Learn how to identify and avoid Vermont's poisonous plants to prevent painful skin rashes. Get tips on protection, treatment, and when to seek care.
Patient Portal
Access your medical records, request prescription refills, and communicate with your provider anytime using the patient portal. We're here to help you get started!
Planning and Keeping Routines for Kids
Help children thrive year-round by maintaining routines, staying active, and planning supportive summer activities to promote emotional, social, and physical health throughout the year.
Prevent Medicare Fraud
Protect yourself against Medicare fraud by not giving out personal information and reporting suspicious phone calls. Call Community Health Financial Services if you have concerns about your bill.
Stay Up to Date with Your Immunizations: A Year-Round Priority
Stay protected year-round by keeping your vaccinations up to date. Learn how vaccines safeguard your health and strengthen immunity in your community.
Supporting Your Child’s Mental Health: A Guide for Parents
Learn how to support your child’s mental health through boundaries, modeling healthy behaviors, managing screen time, and prioritizing your own well-being for a thriving family.
Take Time to Prepare for Your Provider Visit
Learn how to prepare for your provider visits, including knowing your medical history, bringing records, and considering telehealth for convenience and time savings.
Tickborne Diseases
If you find a tick on your body, remove it as soon as possible. Early diagnosis and treatment are important to avoid health problems related to tickborne diseases.
Understanding and Managing Diabetes
Learn about diabetes types, prevention, and management through Community Health's education programs, support groups, and resources, accredited by ADCES for high-quality care and education.
Understanding and Managing Menopause
Menopause brings physical and mental changes that affect women’s health. Learn about its stages, symptoms, treatment options, and ways to navigate this natural transition effectively.
Understanding Diabetes
Discover essential tips for managing diabetes, including healthy eating, blood sugar monitoring, physical activity, and medication adherence, in this informative video on diabetes care strategies
What is a urinary tract infection (UTI)?
A UTI is an infection in the urinary tract that affects the kidneys, bladder and the connecting tubes. UTIs are most commonly caused by bacteria, but they can also be...
What is Alzheimer’s disease?
Alzheimer’s disease is a disease that is caused by damage to nerve cells in the brain. The brain’s nerve cells are essential to all activity.
What is Sepsis?
Sepsis is caused by the body’s extreme response to a bacterial or viral infection. The immune system goes into overdrive and begins to attack the body.
What You Should Know About RSV
In infant and toddler lungs, the RSV virus triggers an inflammation of the Bronchioles, the small breathing tubes that make up the lungs. “Itis” means inflammation, so that is why this...
What’s Your Blood Pressure?
Blood pressure is a measure of the force that your heart uses to pump blood around your body. Arteries carry blood from your heart to other parts of your body.
Winter and Mental Health
Prepare for winter with tips on mental health, from staying active and gathering with loved ones to managing finances and creating a cozy, nurturing environment.
Get Insights Straight from the Experts
Our dedicated healthcare providers share valuable tips, perspectives, and advice to help you stay informed and empowered about your health. Watch these short videos to gain practical insights and stay connected to your well-being.
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Living with Diabetes Support Group
Community Health January 25, 2025 2:10 pm