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Claire Simpson shows off her strength as she reconnects with Occupational Therapist Cindi Zipoli.

Trusting Relationships Help Patients Reach Their Rehabilitation Goals

Whether the need is acute inpatient therapy, or outpatient therapy, Cheshire Medical Center provides adults and adolescents comprehensive individualized care to help patients achieve their rehabilitation goals and get back to what matters to them.

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Beating the Breakroom Bulge: 10 Tips for Healthy Eating at Work

A recent study of 5,200 US workers found that a quarter of them got food from work once a week, with an average calorie total of 1,300. That could add up to two pounds of extra body fat.

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Activity is Good Medicine: A New Program to Support Patients on Their Journey to Better Health

Activity Is Good Medicine is a program available to patients of Cheshire Medical Center whose healthcare provider has prescribed increased physical activity as a component of their health care plan.

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Putting a Stop to Bullying

Every seven seconds, a child in the U.S. is bullied, says the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). Would you know what to do if your child was caught up in a bullying incident?

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Preventing and Relieving Plantar Fasciitis Pain

People are more likely to get plantar fasciitis if they put a lot of wear and tear on their feet. Here are some tips that may help prevent plantar fasciitis.

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Easy and healthy recipe: Pears in orange sauce

Pears In Orange Sauce

Need a sweet treat? Try this tangy, light dessert that’s loaded with vitamin C.

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Medication Series: Avoid These Common Mistakes When Issued a Prescription

When your life gets busy or your health is suffering, taking and managing your medication in the right way can be difficult. Here are some suggestions to help avoid common mistakes.

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Make a Plan For Healthy Eating During the Holidays

During the holidays, you may not always be able to control what food you’re served, and you’re bound to see other people eating a lot of tempting treats. Here are some tips for taking a mindful approach to holiday eating.

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This Holiday Season, Give Yourself and Those You Love the Gift of Time Away from Digital Screens

According to a new study, Americans spend more than 11 hours a day watching, reading, listening to or interacting with digital media.

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9 Sleep Tips to Help You Get The Best Rest

It may seem obvious that sleeping is important—most of us feel awful and function badly when we don’t get much of it, and the effects of sub-par sleeping habits can be cumulative over time.

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