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With all the activity surrounding pregnancy, birth, and bringing a new baby home, many new moms experience the “baby blues.� For some, the ‘baby blues� progress to postpartum depression.

The federal government is winding down many pandemic-related programs, including one affecting Medicaid recipients, including tens of thousands of Medicaid recipients in New Hampshire and Maine.

Memorial Hospital and the Gibson Center are teaming up to host a series of community education talks hosted by health experts. Future health topics include nutrition and diabetes and organ donation.

The patient family advisory council serves as a conduit between the public and Memorial Hospital, engaging patients and family members in discussion about ways to improve the patient experience.

The HPV vaccine is the only approved vaccine that can prevent cancer.

Memorial Hospital’s volunteer group has donated countless hours of their time for over 50 years and now have 80 people on their roster who span 13 service areas throughout the facility.

With cold, winter days ahead driving folks indoors, isolation can be an added challenge for those who are experiencing a life change or crisis. Memorial Hospital’s support groups are back in person and on-site which may help people to feel less alone.

Vaccines for the flu and COVID-19 will be available and administered based on eligibility. COVID-19 booster shots will be available to those who have completed the initial vaccine series.

Dr. Lauren Frye is leading a 25-person medical team to a clinic in Kenya next month to provide women’s health among other services.

The Barbara Bush Children’s Hospital recognizes Mount Washington Valley Rural Health Primary Care for Excellence in Pediatric Care.