How Common is Skin Cancer? Skin cancer is common. In the United States, more people are diagnosed with skin cancer every year than any other type of cancer. Ultraviolet (UV) radiation from sunlight causes DNA mutations in the skin that build up over time and eventually cause skin cancer. Fortunately, exposure to ultraviolet radiation is […]
You may have heard of Lou Gehrig’s Disease, Multiple Sclerosis and Muscular Dystrophy, but you might not have heard about another neuromuscular disease: Myasthenia Gravis, or MG. It’s a breakdown in the normal communication between your nerves and voluntary muscles that will cause weakness, fatigue, and a loss of function. For many patients, it can make […]
Every 65 seconds, somebody in the United States develops Alzheimer’s disease. The number of cases of Alzheimer’s disease will grow to 70 million by 2033. In Vermont, medical experts predict that the number of people with Alzheimer’s disease will increase by 41 percent by 2030. Here to talk with us is Dr. Michael LaMantia, a […]
Spring is the perfect time to add mixed greens to your plate and palate. There are many varieties of mixed greens that are grown in Vermont – from spinach and arugula to bib and red oak leaf lettuces. Try them with this delicious recipe for parmesan vinaigrette. Mixed Greens: Nutrition Mixed greens are a great source of […]
When we think of the safety of kids in cars, the first thing that comes to mind is vehicle crashes and the importance of using car seats and booster seats. However, there are other dangers in and around vehicles that could seriously harm or even kill a child. Here are some tips on how all […]
