Health and Wellness

A Lifeline for Newborns in Need
Cheshire Medical Center is among the New England hospitals supported by board-certified Dartmouth-Hitchcock neonatologists via Telemedicine during challenging births and the care of acutely ill infants.

Bridget Murphy: Sticking with Cheshire
Now an overnight shift nursing supervisor, Bridget sought greener grass during the first winter COVID-19 surge, but chose to return to her home away from home.

Cheshire Medical Center Receives Prestigious Baby-Friendly Re-Designation
As a Baby-Friendly designated hospital, Cheshire provides an environment that supports breastfeeding while respecting every parent’s right to make the best decision for their family.

Stress Busters: Tips to Manage Stress with Diet and Lifestyle Changes
Ruth Goldstein, a Registered Dietitian with Cheshire Medical Center, spends a lot of time talking with patients about food and stress. Here’s her five top tips!

Start Eating Better During American Diabetes Month: 5 Easy Tips
Since 40% of us need to eat mindfully to prevent complications from diabetes, Registered Dietitian Rachael Lenthall offers sustainable steps for maintaining healthy blood sugar levels.

Lindsey Cushing and Kelsey Page Honored by Monadnock Center for Violence Prevention (MCVP)
The certified SANE nurses proposed a program that would expand their services to children and domestic violence survivors, then offer outpatient follow-up care.

7 Easy Ways to Manage Your Health Care with myDH
Dana Carley, patient portal concierge at Cheshire Medical Center, gives tips on new and popular myDH and MyChart features, such as direct scheduling and messaging.

Now in Remission, Cathy Schlichting Received World-Class Breast Cancer Care Close to Home
Cathy shares why she chose Cheshire’s nationally accredited Breast Care Center for her care.

Ashley Copeland: Making Operating Rooms Less Scary
Her colleagues’ compassion—for patients and each other—motivated Ashley to join Team Cheshire after graduation, exploring a plethora of interesting roles in nursing.

Tiffany Boyd: Bringing the Best Care to Patients
Returning home to be a care coordinator, Tiffany’s own challenging experience with medical care inspired her to help patients navigate complex care here at Cheshire.