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Bariatric weight loss surgery helps Tanya Brown 'take on the world'
With help from expert care team at Cheshire, procedure changes everything for 'rock star' grandmother

Cheshire Medical Center offers life-saving treatment for ICU patients with kidney failure
New machines cleanse the bloodstream of waste products until kidneys regain function

Top tips to manage stress and boost your immunity
Ongoing stress adversely affects your immunity and long-term health. Psychologist, Catherine Schuman, PhD, of Family & Community Care, offers advice for dealing with life's challenges.

Holiday eating: Feast or famine? Try moderation and celebration
Amy Ansaldo, RD, a registered dietitian at Cheshire, shares strategies for healthy eating this holiday season that everyone can learn.

Dartmouth Health executives named to 2024 class of New Hampshire 200, honoring the state’s business leaders
The New Hampshire 200 are selected for having made their mark on New Hampshire’s economy, business climate and the state as a whole.

Don’t take a digger: How to prevent and recover from winter slips and falls
Physical therapist Sharil Cass, PT, DPT, NCS, discusses the best body mechanics and footwear for walking in wintery conditions and how to get back on your feet should you take a dive.

Cheshire Medical Center to hire New England College nursing students while they complete their nursing degree
Nursing students earn credits and wages while completing the three-year Bachelor of Science in Nursing .

New orthopaedic surgeons a boon to bones in the community
Bringing specialized training and the latest techniques, new fellowship-trained surgeons elevate the level of care, accessibility, and expertise patients can expect at Cheshire.

Tamika Marciniec, BSN, RN, CPAN, named 2023 Rising Star
The New Hampshire Nurses Association’s (NHNA) Rising Star Award celebrates significant leadership potential and nursing advocacy.

Why all the fuss over fiber?
Dietitian Ashley Bombicino, RD, LDN, explains how increasing foods with this key nutrient helps you improve your gut and heart health and manage your weight and blood sugar.