VERMONT Magazine Holiday 2024 | Page 76

Exceptional care is our specialty .

If the unexpected occurs this season , Southwestern Vermont Medical Center ( SVMC ) is here for you . SVMC ' s Kendall Emergency Department and ExpressCare clinical teams provide exceptional care , when you or your loved one need it most .

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Emergency Department

• Rash or skin infection
• Earache or infections
• Cold and flu-like symptoms ( e . g . cough , runny nose , sore throat , congestion , sinus pressure )
• Minor injury ( broken bones , strains , and sprains )
• Low-grade fever ( a fever without confusion or seizures )
• Back pain
• UTI ( Urinary Tract Infections )
• Insect bites
• Eye irritation
• STIs ( Sexually Transmitted Infections )
• Minor cuts requiring stitches
• Upset stomach ( e . g . nausea without severe vomiting , diarrhea )
• Mild asthma attacks 120 Hospital Drive , Bennington Open Daily 8 a . m . to 6 p . m . No Appointment Needed Closed Thanksgiving & Christmas Day
• Heart condition or heart attack symptoms ( e . g . chest pain or pressure )
• Stroke symptoms ( e . g . sudden change in vision , strength , speech , or difficulty walking )
• Serious burns
• Confusion
• Stomach / Abdominal pain , vomiting
• Heavy , uncontrolled bleeding
• Dehydration
• Dizziness / loss of consciousness
• Serious injuries / trauma
• Mental health crisis
• Seizures
• Severe allergic reaction ( swelling of the lips , difficulty breathing or swallowing )
• Pregnant with vaginal bleeding ,
• abdominal pain
• Suspected overdose / poisoning
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