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April 26, 2024

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on April 27
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Too often, unused prescription medications find their way into the wrong hands. You can prevent an unnecessary tragedy by turning in unneeded medication for safe disposal on Take Back Day this Saturday, April 27, at SVMC's MedSafe Box located in the main lobby.
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Tips for Really Living with Crohn's Disease

A common form of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), Crohn’s disease affects more than half a million Americans. While there is no cure for Crohn’s, there are things you can do to reduce inflammation, manage symptoms, and give you back some control and quality of life. Check out these tips and recommendations by David Furman, MD, a gastroenterologist at Southwestern Vermont Medical Center.

 
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Preventing Kidney Stones

Described as one of the most painful experiences—even worse than childbirth, passing a kidney stone can knock you to your knees and, it can happen to anyone. But there are things you can do to reduce your risk of occurrence or re-occurrence. Read More.

Spot & Treat Anemia in Children

Is your usual little ball of energy a bit sluggish and out of sorts? Low iron may be to blame. Anemia is the most common blood disorder in children and can lead to developmental delays. The good news is it’s easy to treat. Read More.
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Create an Ad: Coggins Auto Group

By Sabrina DammsiBerkshires Staff

BENNINGTON, Vt. — Fourth-grade students at Bennington Elementary School illustrated the exciting experience of purchasing a Toyota or Honda at Coggins Auto Group as part of our Junior Marketers Create an Ad series.
 
The dealership group has two locations, the Toyota/Honda dealership in Bennington and an independent store, Coggins of the Berkshires, located on East Street in Pittsfield, Mass. 
 
In this episode, students in Sara Plante's art class depicted the fun and stress free experience of purchasing a car at the Vermont location, at 751 North Bennington Road. View all their advertisements here.
 
"Our main mission is to sell and service cars the right way, help people when they need it, and support the communities that we operate in," said Valerie Harrington, Coggins marketing director. 
 
"The students really captured the excitement of buying a new vehicle and the family friendly atmosphere that we try to create here at Coggins, while helping people find exactly what they want." 
 
Coggins Auto Group offers a full spectrum of automotive services, including new and used vehicle sales, maintenance and repairs, parts, and collision repair.
 
"They did a great job showing the welcoming environment and teamwork that we call the Coggins way," Harrington said. 
 
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