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Restoring Comfort and Dignity

October 26, 2026

n addition to focusing on the patient’s clinical needs, Billie Pearl, an occupational therapist at the hospital, saw a person who deserved comfort, dignity and a sense of normalcy during a difficult time. After learning the patient was unhoused and had been admitted without their belongings, Pearl took action. On her own time, she worked to locate the patient’s personal items and brought them to the hospital. The gesture wasn't part of a tr ...

Stay on Your Feet, Stay Independent

October 6, 2026

To help reduce that risk and help older adults in the community remain active and self-sufficient, the University of Vermont Health Network - Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH) Trauma Program hosts, On Your Feet & Independent, an adult fall prevention program on Thursday, Oct. 29, from 2 to 3 pm in the CVPH Boardroom. The free seminar is designed to help educate older adults, families, and caregivers about fall prevention.

Cook Healthy, Spend Less

October 6, 2026

The CVPH Family Medicine Residency’s Cooking with A Doc, scheduled for Monday, Oct. 19, from 5 to 6:30 pm at 159 Margaret St., Suite 101 will help community members discover practical, affordable ways to prepare healthy meals. The program includes a demonstration on how to prepare healthy meals using simple ingredients and easy-to-follow techniques. Designed to make healthy eating easier, the interactive event will also offer recipe ideas, nutrit ...

Karen Mills Joins Girls Night Out

October 2, 2026

Nationally touring comedian Karen Mills will take the stage at the Foundation of CVPH’s annual Girl’s Night Out celebration at 7 pm Tuesday, Oct. 13, at the Strand Theater, bringing her signature humor and storytelling style to one of the region’s premier Breast Cancer Awareness Month events.

Superheroes Against Sepsis

September 22, 2026

Local “superheroes” are invited to join the University of Vermont Health Network – Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH) in raising awareness about sepsis, an all-too-common and life-threatening medical emergency, on Thursday, Sept. 24, at 3 pm at the Circle of Healing on the hospital’s main campus. 

Wellness After Cancer

September 21, 2026

From managing stress and improving nutrition to increasing physical activity, addressing "chemo brain" and building resilience, an eight-week program offered by the FitzPatrick Cancer Center (FCC), part of the University of Vermont Health Network - Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH), provides cancer survivors with the tools, resources and support needed to embrace wellness after treatment.

A Light for Every Baby Remembered

September 17, 2026

Families who have experienced the loss of a baby are invited to gather in remembrance, reflection and support during a Wave of Light Ceremony hosted by the Women and Children's Center (WCC), part of the University of Vermont Health Network - Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH).

Final Girls Night Out Set Oct. 13

September 11, 2026

The Foundation of Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH) will host its 26th and final Girls Night Out on Tuesday, Oct. 13 at 7 p.m. at the Strand Theater.

Doctors Share Healthy Cooking Tips

September 9, 2026

Learning to prepare healthy meals doesn't have to be difficult or expensive. The University of Vermont Health Network – Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH) Family Medicine Residency will host Cooking with A Doc on Monday, Sept. 14, from 5 to 6:30 pm at 159 Margaret St., Suite 101, offering practical, budget-friendly strategies for healthier eating.

Finding Calm After Cancer

August 6, 2026

For cancer survivors, the journey doesn’t end when treatment does. Research suggests that Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) can help participants manage the emotional and physical challenges that come after treatments are complete while building resilience and a greater sense of well-being.

Honoring a Century of Care

August 4, 2026

As part of its yearlong centennial celebration, The University of Vermont Health Network - Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH) invites the North Country to a day of family fun, local history and community pride on Saturday, Aug. 15.

CVPH RN Honored For Steady Presence

July 20, 2026

A hospital stay can be frightening. Patients are often in pain, worried about what comes next and far from the comfort of home.

Big Latch On Returns to CVPH

July 20, 2026

Moms, babies and families are invited to gather Saturday, August 1 at University of Vermont Health Network – Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital to help promote and support breastfeeding as the healthiest start for babies. 

New Family Physicians Graduate

July 13, 2026

Created to help meet the growing demand for primary care providers in rural communities, the CVPH Family Medicine Residency celebrated the graduation of seven physicians who are preparing to begin the next phase of their medical careers.

Nurse Honored For Steady Presence

July 2, 2026

A hospital stay can be frightening. Patients are often in pain, worried about what comes next and far from the comfort of home.