To the Editor: The acquisition of Southern Vermont College’s (SVC) campus by Southwestern Vermont Health Care (SVHC) is an important turn of events for Bennington and its residents. The fund
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BENNINGTON â People with an A1C reading that indicates that they may be headed for a diabetes diagnosis now have extra support to help them avoid the disease, which is irreversible. The year-long Prevent T2 Lifestyle Change Program is virtual and free. The program is scheduled to begin 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 4, via Zoom.
âDiabetes is a major risk factor for COVID-19 and lots of other debilitating conditions. This class is a proven way to avoid it,â said Paula Haytko, RN, a certified diabetes educator. âAnd itâs just a fun and interactive way to learn more about how to live a healthier, longer life.â
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BENNINGTON â More than 100 residents and healthcare workers at the Centers for Living and Rehabilitation received the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine earlier this week, in the first of three clinics to ensure that the entire staff and resident population receives the necessary two shots.
The vaccines were administered by Walgreens Pharmacy.
The first vaccines were given to CLR resident Thomas McAndrews and licensed nursing assistant Jennifer George. Both volunteered to be the first to receive the vaccine. An additional 130 healthcare workers and residents received the vaccine throughout the day.
âThe pandemic has been a very long, lonely time for many of our residents,â Suzanne Anair, CLRâs administrator, said in a statement. âWe are overjoyed to receive the vaccine and to begin putting an end to the fear and isolation that the pandemic has caused.â
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