Category Archives: Blog

By Melissa Volansky, MD, Lamoille Health Partners Family Medicine Pain is … painful … on many levels. It can be anything from a slightly bothersome headache to a serious and scary feeling that takes over, such as the chest pain that might signal a heart attack. It can be uncomfortable in a physical sense as […]

By Steven Soriano, DO, Pediatric Medical Director   Today’s teens might be missing out on the important health benefits of exercise, including a stronger heart and better mental health. According to statistics from the American Heart Association, three out of every four teens aren’t getting the recommended one hour of physical activity each day. Experts […]

By Melissa Volansky, MD   Summertime is all about picnics, parades, and fun in the sun. As you enjoy the warm days, take advantage of the leisurely pace to get caught up on your family’s regular health screenings. If you have kids, summer is a great time to make sure they are up to date […]

By Hilary Warner, MPH, RDN   Understanding what’s in the foods and beverages we consume can help us make healthier decisions. In the United States, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) requires all packaged foods and beverages to have a label listing nutrition and ingredient information. However, sometimes these labels can be confusing. This article breaks down the […]

By Matthew Sadowsky, MA, LPM   Even before the pandemic began, more than a quarter of American adults were experiencing depression, anxiety or another behavioral health disorder, according to the National Institute of Mental Health. The stress of the pandemic has only caused those numbers to increase. Recent reports show that more people are seeking mental […]

By Steven Soriano DO, Lamoille Health Partners Medical Director, Pediatrics   Most new parents are familiar with the need to schedule pediatric checkups for their infants. They usually want a little reassurance that the baby is healthy and developing normally. But did you know it’s also crucial to continue to see your child’s medical provider […]

By Hannah Ancel, Director of Community Health Integration   Judy Garland said it best in the 1939 film, “The Wizard of Oz.” There’s no place like home. It’s a phrase that resonates with so many of us, particularly older adults. According to a recent survey by AARP, more than three-quarters of adults age 50 and […]

By Sara Davis, DDS   February is often the time to indulge in a fancy box of chocolates and other sugary treats in honor of Valentine’s Day. Not so fast. February is also National Children’s Dental Health Month. Dental health for kids an important topic. By age eight, more than half of children have had at […]

By Stuart G. May, President & CEO   The average American working a full-time job spends about one-third of their waking life each year at work. Whether you work in the food service or industrial industries, outdoors or at a desk, the workplace can be almost like a second home for many of us. So […]

By Kate Myerson, RDN, CD, CDCES, Lamoille Health Dietician   It’s important to strike a balance during the holiday season. You want to enjoy yourself, but you need to be healthy, too. 1. Holiday foods might not be the healthiest — that’s OK We don’t have to approach the holidays with an all-or-nothing mindset. Don’t […]