Guilt. This is the feeling that many women have when thinking about making time for self-care. It’s time to let that feeling go. Without self care, you will inevitably be left overwhelmed, unmotivated, depressed, and burned out. Self care can no longer be a last resort when you’re at your breaking point. Self care is…
The Elliot is pleased to welcome two new providers, Julie Morrison, MD, and Amy Imbrigiotta, APRN. Both of these providers are dedicated to providing the high level of care that is expected from The Elliot. Julie Morrison, MD Dr. Julie Morrison joins Elliot Family Health Center at Suncook with more than 10 years of…
In the winter of 2021, Paul and Melissa faced a tumultuous journey leading them to the doors of the Elliot Hospital Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), a place that would become the backdrop for a remarkable story of resilience, compassion, and miracles. A mother at risk Melissa’s pregnancy was considered normal, though with a slightly…
By Dr. Varvara Mazina, Elliot Hospital As a gynecologic oncologist, I’ve dedicated my career to understanding and treating endometrial cancer, a condition that affects tens of thousands of American women each year. Early detection improves the prognosis, so it is important to be educated about this disease and know its common symptoms and causes. Most…
Do You Know the Signs of a Stroke? When someone suffers a stroke, every minute counts. Southern New Hampshire Medical Center (SNHMC) understands this urgency and provides swift and effective care to stroke patients. In partnering with Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), SNHMC ensures that patients receive the best treatment possible, often within moments of arrival…
May is National Stroke Awareness Month. Please join The Elliot Stroke Program in spreading knowledge about stroke prevention, recognition, and treatment. You may save a life! Stroke Facts from the American Heart Association (AHA): • Stroke is the number five cause of death and is a leading cause of disability in the United States. • …
Southern New Hampshire Health is pleased to announce that Southern New Hampshire Medical Center (SNHMC) is now officially designated as a Level III-N Trauma Center by the American College of Surgeons Committee on Trauma. SNHMC is one of only two American College of Surgeons (ACS) Level III trauma centers in New Hampshire, and the only…
Buckle up, seasonal allergy sufferers. AccuWeather Senior Meteorologist Alan Reppert predicts this season will “be intense and prolonged.” For many in New Hampshire, that means an extended season of sneezing, itchy-watery eyes, and runny nose. Fortunately, Dr. Amit Kumar of Southern New Hampshire Asthma and Allergy has suggestions for surviving the season. What can we expect for the spring allergy season…
By Grace Boddie, RN at the Elliot Hospital NICU As a nurse in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Elliot Hospital, every day brings a multitude of emotions, challenges, and moments of profound connection. Through countless interactions with parents, I’ve come to understand the unique journey families embark upon when their little ones require…
By Amy Rose, APRN at Foundation Collaborative Care The way in which we interact with screens is ever-evolving. Whether this is through the world of social media, gaming, or streaming our favorite episodes on our platform of preference, there is no denying that our exposure to screens has grown exponentially over the last decade. Is…