SVMC's Wellness & Care Connection: October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

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October 2025

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a great time to educate yourself and loved ones on preventative screenings, risk and regional health and support services.

Mammograms 101: A first-timer's guide

 

Preparing for your first screening mammogram, like any medical appointment, can be intimidating. The experts at SVMC's Breast Health & Imaging Center explain what you can expect and how you can prepare during your first appointment.
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Dense breast tissue

 

Dr. Julie DiSano explains breast density and why it factors into risk.
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Do you know the signs?

 

1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime.
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Healing in the Skies

 

Julie Case, an SVMC employee who receives treatment at the Dartmouth Cancer Center Bennington, shared her incredible story with NewsChannel 13 recently.
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Free event in Williamstown

 

SVMC is hosting "Navigating Your Cancer Journey," on Oct. 23 at the Milne Public Library. For anyone with a diagnosis or anyone who cares for someone with cancer.
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What Our Patients Say

 

We're sharing direct feedback, (pictured below) collected from patient satisfaction surveys. SVMC and its practice sites always strive to enhance the experience of our patients and families. If you need to discuss your patient experience, contact SVMC's patient advocate.
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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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