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Getting the Most Out of Your Next Virtual Visit: Five Tips

A few preparations ahead of your appointment can set you up to have a successful telehealth Virtual Visit.

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Cheshire Medical Center nurses Tami Renken, BSN, RN; Michael McLeroy, RN; Eric Hood, BSN, RN; and Catherine M. Smith, RN

Four Perioperative Nurses Lead by Stepping Up and Giving Back

All following distinct career paths, nurses from Cheshire Medical Center's Surgical Services team commit to encouraging and mentoring others in their field.

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Colorectal cancer couple

Colorectal Cancer: Why You Should Get Screened Sooner and How To Reduce Your Risk

Although colorectal cancer is the second most common cause of death from cancer in the United States, it is one of the few cancers that can be prevented.

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Patient being treated at an Urgent Visit

Urgent Visit or Emergency Department?

Life can throw us some painful curveballs. Make sure you know who to call before you find yourself needing same-day or immediate care.

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Members of Cheshire Medical Center's Urgent Care Staff

Urgent Primary Care Visits Relocate to the Medical Center

On February 17, Walk-In Care services on Emerald Street discontinue and urgent visits become available on our main campus, so you can access extensive health care services in one convenient location.

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Hughston Chumley and Sue Tempesta

Finding Friendship Along the Way

Hughston Chumley and Sue Tempesta developed a friendship as they walked and talked through the Right This Way wellness challenge.

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A CVTC volunteer driver

Making Social Connections on the Drive To Appointments

By driving people to doctor's appointments, CVTC's volunteer drivers offer more than a ride—they give the gifts of independence, connection, and hope.

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Beth Wood stands on the steps outside her business in downtown Keene holding her baby

Beth Wood's Story: Delivering During a Pandemic

Cheshire’s midwifery, labor and delivery teams balance providing safe and comforting care for moms with rigorous COVID-19 safety precautions.

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David Duffy with Inpatient Rehabilitation team

Restoring Strength and Independence: David Duffy's story

David Duffy was always a hard worker. He didn’t have time to go to the doctor or exercise or watch what he ate. By age 50, he was 465 pounds and stressed to his limit.

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Cardiac Rehab members

Cheshire Medical Center Cardiac Rehabilitation Program Certified by Industry Leader

Cheshire Medical Center is proud to announce the certification of its cardiovascular rehabilitation program by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR).

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