Health and Wellness

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Cheshire Medical Center Welcomes Chief Nursing Officer Anne Tyrol

Cheshire Medical Center names Anne Tyrol, MHA, MSN, RN, CENP, as their new Chief Nursing Officer (CNO).

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Advance care planning for all ages

Few want to burden loved ones with difficult decisions during times of emotional distress. You make decisions about your care for yourself by creating an advance care directive and designating a healthcare agent while you’re able.

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The Marketplace is open: Signing up for health insurance

Find out what you need to enroll in health coverage for next year by Dec. 15. If you find HealthCare.gov difficult to navigate, make a phone appointment today with Cheshire Medical Center for help.

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Breast and Cervical Screenings: Piece of Mind for You and Those You Love

When you get the recommended screenings, cancer can be detected early and is much easier to treat. Many underinsured people are eligible for free screenings and follow-up care.

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Don’t Get Caught Unprepared

New Englanders' fashion and leisure activities vary seasonally. You should also have an emergency preparedness kit and plan to handle whatever surprises each season may bring. Tricia Zahn, MPH gives some tips and resources so you’ll be ready for anything

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Crossing the Finish Line First

Running cross country led Cara Weiner, MPA, PA-C, to a career in orthopaedic surgery and first place in the DeMar Marathon.

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Discussion Addresses Healthcare’s Role in Creating Public Policy

Aalok Khole, MD, FACP, infectious diseases physician at Cheshire, recently participated in a panel discussion called “The Healthcare Organization’s Role in Formulating Public Policy” at Shaping the Future 3.0 at the University of New Hampshire in Durham.

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Kerry Kelly, volunteer with Cheshire Doulas, supporting her daughter, Kiara, during the birth of her first child.

Volunteer Spotlight: Kerry Kelley Nurtures Our Community One Miracle at a Time

Kerry builds relationships and priceless memories supporting people through Cheshire Doulas, including her own daughter’s first birth.

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Family Medicine Residency Program Receives Competitive Federal Grant

A federal grant of $750,000 will help support the development of rural family medicine residency program at Cheshire Medical Center for our region.

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Balanced Snacks

Including one to two balanced snacks in your daily meal plan can help you feel your best, according to our expert, Ruth Goldstein, MS, RD. She shares her favorite snack recommendations and combinations to get you started with this new healthy habit.

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