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New Burlington clinic offers specialized care for those at risk for suicide
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - A new clinic focused on specialized care for Vermonters struggling with suicidal thoughts is now officially open, an effort the Health Department says is especially needed in a state where the suicide rate has been higher than the national average for the last 15 years. “There...
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CVPH retirees invited to reconnect
Part of the hospital’s year-long celebration of 100 years of caring, the event is an opportunity to reconnect with former coworkers and colleagues, share stories, and reminisce. PLATTSBURGH | Retirees of University of Vermont Health Network - Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH) are invited to a special gathering Friday, Sept. 18, from 10 a.m. to noon in the CVPH Boardroom.
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Unions send UVM Medical Center cease-and-desist letter over patient observation
Two unions sent University of Vermont Medical Center a cease-and-desist letter over how the Burlington hospital assigns staff to observe patients at risk of harming themselves, VTDigger reported Aug. 31. Representatives of the Vermont Federation of Nurses and Health Professionals and Support Staff United sent the letter Aug. 20 to...
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Behavioral Health Services North staff complete peer services training
MORRISONVILLE | Staff from Behavioral Health Services North (BHSN), a regional leader in behavioral health care serving communities across the North Country and Capital regions, have completed comprehensive, two-day peer services training, conducted by The Alliance for Rights and Recovery. The Alliance’s Peer Services Training program strengthens BHSN’s efforts to improve behavioral health care and provide peer support services.
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Chesterfield looking to play its part in protecting Lake Champlain
The Town of Essex was the first of the three towns to adopt this plan, and the Town of Willsboro recently followed suit. The Town of Chesterfield, in which only its Port Kent residents (about 160 users) draw directly from Lake Champlain, is next. — PORT KENT | On Sept. 8, the Town of Chesterfield will be holding a public hearing on the proposed adoption of the Lake Champlain Drinking Water Source Protection Program Plan.
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Veterans Affairs to open clinic in South Burlington
The VA White River Junction Healthcare System expects the new clinic to open by 2030. It will replace and expand on the services the VA currently offers at its clinic in Burlington. Read the story on VTDigger here: Veterans Affairs to open clinic in South Burlington .
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This Vermont Town Is Winning Praise For Its World-Class Healthcare
When people think of this Vermont city, healthcare probably isn’t the first thing that comes to mind. You’d expect the conversation to be about mountain views, lake days, good food, or that whole “small city with a big personality” thing. But there’s another reason this place keeps getting noticed, and it’s a pretty important one.
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CVPH legacy: 100 years of compassion, growth
Nurses from former CV Hospital begin their walk to reenact the move made in 1972. — PLATTSBURGH | A hundred years of healthcare evolved here from a cornerstone set on a hill above Beekman Street. Locally known as CVPH, the CV part and the PH part were blended as...
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New VA clinic coming to South Burlington
The Department of Veterans Affairs has signed a lease for a new outpatient clinic in South Burlington, a project aimed at expanding access to healthcare services for veterans in the region. According to a community announcement, construction and facility preparation are expected to be completed by fall 2028, with the first patient services anticipated by spring 2029. The clinic will provide 36,246 net usable square feet of outpatient space and include 251 parking spaces. The facility will support the White River Junction VA Medical Center and serve veterans in the Burlington area. Officials said the clinic is intended to modernize primary care services while offering integrated mental health and specialty care. The agency said the project is expected to improve operational efficiency and the veteran experience for 56,326 veterans in the Burlington area, according to the announcement. “Our mission is to provide world-class healthcare to our nation’s heroes,” said Phillip Christy, chief acquisition officer. “When a veteran comes to VA, we must be able to give them the care they deserve, when and where they need it, and this new lease is a critical investment in meeting that mission.” For more information, contact Kate Tang at vhawrjpao@va.gov . This story
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Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital celebrating 100 years Saturday
PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. (ABC22/FOX44) – Plattsburgh’s century-old hospital on Beekman Street is celebrating a special anniversary on Saturday, with live music, donkeys, goats, and other family-friendly entertainment. According to the UVM Health website, Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital developed out of the merger of two hospitals in the North Country...
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UVMMC health care workers picketing for new contract
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Location chosen in South Burlington for new VA outpatient clinic
SOUTH BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - The Department of Veterans Affairs signed a lease for a new outpatient clinic in South Burlington. The new clinic will be at the Technology Park. The facility is designed to expand access to high-quality care for veterans in the region. The new clinic will support...
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Golf classic scores a hole-in-one for kids’ health
Annual event generates significant support for patients and providers at Golisano Children’s Hospital at UVM Health. VermontBiz The 35th Annual Golisano Children’s Hospital Golf Classic raised nearly $171,000, continuing a decades-long tradition of community generosity and support for critical health care services befitting children and families across Vermont and Northern New York.
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Honoring a century of care
The family-friendly event honors CVPH's 100-year legacy of caring for the North Country while serving as a heartfelt thank-you to the community whose trust and support have helped shape the hospital's first century of service. PLATTSBURGH | As part of its yearlong centennial celebration, The University of Vermont Health Network - Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH) invites the North Country to a day of family fun, local history and community pride on Saturday, Aug. 15.
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Two new veterans clinics announced in, around Vermont
VERMONT (ABC22/FOX44) – According to Vermont senior senator Bernie Sanders, clinics will soon be built in South Burlington and in West Chesterfield, New Hampshire, providing mental health and primary care for some of the more than 37,000 veterans in the Green Mountain State. Currently, VA outpatient clinics exist in...
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New VA outpatient clinics announced for Vermont, New Hampshire
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Adirondack Medical Center Nurses Speak Out for a Fair Contract
For months, NYSNA nurses at Adirondack Medical Center have been bargaining for a fair contract that ensures safe, quality care for their community, protects nurse and patient safety, and includes a real plan to recruit and retain experienced nurses. On Wednesday, July 29, after seeing little movement from management at the table, nurses held a speak-out to amplify their demands for a fair contract. Their action was covered by WAMC, the Press Republican and the Adirondack Daily Enterprise.