Health & Wellness

When Is It More Than the Baby Blues?

Postpartum psychosis is rare, but knowing the signs can help families recognize when a new parent needs emergency care. Sarah Guth, MD, a psychiatrist at University of Vermont Health, explains how it differs from more common postpartum concerns and how loved ones can help.

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Cancer Care

What to Say to Someone With Cancer?

October 9, 2026

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

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Gynecology & Obstetrics

Podcast: Perimenopause Symptoms Nobody Warned You About

October 2, 2026

 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.

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Infectious Disease

Podcast: The Tick-Borne Disease You’ve Never Heard Of

October 5, 2026

Babesiosis, a malaria-like infection spread by ticks, is becoming more common across Vermont and northern New York. Infectious disease physician and researcher Peter Hyson, MD, explains why cases are climbing, why some people get sicker than others and how his research could lead to better treatments. He also shares how a changing environment is shaping the diseases we face.

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Podcast: More than Lyme: The Tick-Borne Diseases You Need to Know About

September 24, 2026

Public Health Veterinarian Natalie Kwit and tick surveillance lead Patti Casey look at Lyme disease, alpha-gal syndrome and other tick-borne illnesses.

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Podcast: Why Ticks Are Showing Up in More Places

September 18, 2026

Ticks are small, but the health risks they create are growing. Hear why some tick species are moving into new areas, what wildlife has to do with it and what the latest surveillance is showing.

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Cancer Care

Could a Menopause Drug Help Men with Prostate Cancer?

September 9, 2026

The drug fezolinetant, has been prescribed since 2023 to women in menopause to reduce the severity of hot flashes. A new study at UVM Cancer Center is discovering that the same drug may help men undergoing prostate cancer treatment who also experience the same symptom. About 20-30% of men undergoing the hormone-based prostate cancer treatment experience moderate to severe hot flashes. In severe cases, some men may choose to stop cancer treatment.

Primary Care

Podcast: Getting Up to Speed: Why E-Bike Safety Hasn't Caught Up

September 4, 2026

Living Healthy Together sits down with pediatric critical care physician Dr. Rebecca Bell, MD, MPH, and injury prevention specialist Stephanie Busch, AEMT, CPSTI to explore questions about safety of e-bikes, especially for children and teenagers.

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Primary Care

5 Ways to Make E-bikes Safe

September 2, 2026

Pediatric critical care physician Dr. Rebecca Bell and injury prevention specialist Stephanie Busch explain how families can reduce risks and help riders enjoy the benefits of e-bikes safely.