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CVPH patients Bonnie and Phil Smith hug for a photo.

Retired United States Air Force veteran Philip Smith honors his wife and those who cared for her, one gift at time.

Izzy Paquette therapy aide helping a patient in their exam room.

From hospital hallways to living rooms and dance classes, movement can help us heal, manage chronic illness and maintain our independence.

Radiology technician looking at a breast mammogram

Podcast: The Breast Cancer Myths Putting You at Risk

 Dr. Lucy Lane, a radiologist and public health expert specializing in breast imaging, explains risk, screening and early detection.

Dr. Fenton speaks with patient in exam room.

Menopause Relief

Concerns about health risks led many women to avoid hormone replacement therapy, but today, a better understanding of menopause and a better respect for women’s quality of life is changing the conversation.

Home health physical therapist adjusts patient's leg brace.

Recovering from Surgery, Every Move Matters

How home health physical therapists help clients regain strength and independence.

Patient and healthcare professional standing beside a mammography machine in a breast imaging exam room.

Podcast: Why Are Vermont Women Skipping Mammograms?

Breast cancer remains the most common cancer among Vermont women, yet mammography screening rates have steadily declined across generations. New research at UVM Cancer Center examines how changing guidelines, personal experiences and public perceptions may be influencing women’s decisions about screening.

Honoring a Champion for Community Health

Marissa Patrick's work to expand access, reduce stigma and build community partnerships earned her the first Community Health Champion Award.

Two providers' portrait images are pictured in front of a brick building on a podcast promotional graphic featuring a microphone icon and the text “Part 2.”

Podcast: Perimenopause: What Actually Helps

 Perimenopause affects millions of women, yet many enter the transition with little understanding of what to expect or where to turn for help. Learn about modern approaches to care and how lifestyle changes may help improve your quality of life.

Man sitting across from a woman offering support for a cancer patient.

What Do You Say to Someone Diagnosed with Cancer?

Most people will know someone with cancer during their lifetime or experience a diagnosis themselves. Approaching with curiosity is key to healthy conversation.

Portraits of Colleen Horan, MD and Kirsten Berggren, NP overlaid with a white icon of a microphone.

Podcast: Perimenopause Symptoms Nobody Warned You About

 Whether you’re experiencing perimenopause yourself, supporting someone who is, or simply want to better understand this major life transition, this conversation offers validation, perspective and the reminder that you’re not alone.