Granite VNA Launches Community-wide Campaign to Raise $2 Million for Hospice House

After a successful leadership gift phase, agency welcomes broader community support

Cyclospora Cluster In New Hampshire Linked To Taylor Farms Lettuce Served At Hospital Cafeteria

The hospital said, "All salad bar options have been temporarily removed until such time as we are confident in the safety of our patients."

Make It An Active Summer In Concord, NH: 10 Ways To Get Moving

From trails and pickleball to swimming and paddling, Concord offers plenty of ways to stay active this summer.

Beyond May: Granite VNA Promotes Year-Round Mental Health Awareness for Older Adults

Experts highlight need for awareness, early intervention, and community support

Concord Hospital Health System Ranks No. 1 In NH For Social Responsibility

The 2026-27 Lown Hospitals Index placed Concord Hospital Health System among top systems for equity and value.

Rare Tick-Borne Virus Left New Hampshire Man Critically Ill, 'Nonverbal'

John Reagan, 66, an avid outdoorsman from New Hampshire, remains hospitalized in Boston after contracting Powassan virus.

Concord Hospital Welcomes 19 New England College Nursing Students Across 3 Campuses

The Class of 2028 is the fourth New England College nursing cohort to train within the Concord Hospital Health System.

DHHS Monitoring Cruise Ship Hantavirus After 2 Passengers Found To Have NH Addresses

Health officials said 2 with Granite State addresses were on the MV Hondius but are not in NH. Residents face no current risk: Report.

Major Changes To Childhood Vaccine Schedule Announced By CDC: What To Know In NH

The vaccine schedule is similar to Denmark’s and recommends that children receive vaccines for 11 diseases — more than are required in NH.

Wellness In 2026: Where To Sweat, Stretch & Recharge In Concord

Start the year feeling stronger & more balanced with a look at local spots offering everything from energizing workouts to calming escapes.

These 3 New Hampshire Hospitals Are Ranked Among Best For Maternity Care

U.S. News & World Report: These ratings assist expectant parents in making informed decisions about where to bring a child into the world.

Highly Contagious Norovirus Spreading Rapidly In New Hampshire: What To Know

A highly contagious form of norovirus called “winter vomiting disease” is spreading across the country, according to new CDC data.

Concord Hospital Health System’s Gately Honored With The Dr. Pete Harris Community Award

The prestigious award honors individuals who promote awareness, sensitivity, understanding, and acceptance of mental health issues.

Concord Hospital Completes Emergency Department Safety And Patient Comfort Upgrades

The enhancements highlight the hospital’s ongoing commitment to continuously improving emergency care in the Capital Region, officials say.

Concord Hospital Employees Involved In Hidden Locker Room Camera Incident ‘Facing Disciplinary Action’

Chief advancement officer says staff responsible for privacy breach have been identified and are being disciplined, including termination.

Concord Hospital-Laconia Welcomes Joseph Slaughter, MD

Slaughter joins the hospital from the University of Tennessee, where he recently completed his residency program.

Cyanobacteria Reports Rampant Around New Hampshire's Lakes And Ponds: Healthy Swimming Mapper

Popular state parks are also reporting fecal bacteria advisories, according to the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services.

These Are The Best Hospitals In New Hampshire, U.S. News Says In New 2025 Ranking

U.S. News evaluated 4,400 hospitals and ranked them based on their performance on objective measures such as risk-adjusted mortality rates.

Several Fecal Bacteria, Cyanobacteria Advisories And Warnings At New Hampshire Parks, Beaches

The Department of Environmental Protection’s Healthy Swimming Mapper is reporting issues at the state’s beaches and recreational areas.

Department Of Environmental Services Issues Air Quality Warning In NH

Wildfires in Canada and cities in Massachusetts will cause a concentration of fine particulate air pollution in areas of NH on Wednesday.

New COVID Variant Dominant In China Showing Up: What To Know In NH

The variant, NB.1.8.1, is rising in the eastern Mediterranean, Southeast Asia, and western Pacific regions.

CDC Changes COVID Vaccine Recommendations For These Granite Staters

FDA Admin Martin Makary: "There's no evidence that healthy kids need it today and most countries have stopped recommending it for children."

Living Within 1 Mile Of These Places Doubles Parkinson’s Risk: Study

Pesticides used to improve the appeal of greens and fairways could increase the risk of developing the progressive neurological disorder.

COVID Vaccine Rule Changes Proposed: What To Know In New Hampshire

Doctors in New England Journal of Medicine report: We don't know if Americans should get their 7th, 8th, 9th, or 10th COVID-19 booster.

Person Struck By Lightning In New Hampshire Flown To Boston Burn Center With Critical Injuries

Lightning struck and critically injured a person in Hooksett, New Hampshire Saturday evening as severe storms moved through the region.

Concord Hospital Trust Hosts 20th Anniversary Pedaling for Payson

​The Sept. 6 event, presented by Concord Orthopaedics, supports the Nurse Navigator Program at Payson Center for Cancer Care.

​2 NH Hospitals At 'Immediate Risk' For Closure, New Analysis Says

The report from the Center for Healthcare Quality and Payment Reform said the proposed cuts threaten to upend health care in some states.

NH Counties Are Some Of The Cleanest For Pollution, New Report Says

While millions of people across the nation were exposed to unhealthy levels of ozone between 2021 and 2023, that was not the case in NH.

As Tick Season Starts In NH, Know What To Watch Out For

The CDC warned that Lone Star ticks had affected close to 450,000 people with meat allergies; deer ticks can spread multiple illnesses.

Risk Of Invasive Strep Has Spiked, Study Warns: What To Know In NH

The number of group A strep, or GAS, cases was relatively stable for 17 years before the sharp increase from 2013-2022.

Tuberculosis: Is Alarming Outbreak Cause For Worry In NH?

CDC surveillance information is limited in that it only reflects TB cases as of the end of 2023, when 9,633 cases were reported in the U.S.

‘Quad-Demic’ Of Illnesses Straining New Hampshire Emergency Rooms

Respiratory viruses are at high or very high levels in the Granite State, according to the latest U.S. Centers for Disease Control data.

These 3 Illnesses Are Spiking In New Hampshire, CDC Says

Health experts are warning that there's a "high" level of three respiratory illnesses circulating in the Granite State.

Deadline To Enroll In NH ACA Health Insurance Marketplace Is Wednesday

The Foundation for Healthy Communities’ New Hampshire Navigator program can help navigate new enrollees.

Norovirus Cases Are Surging, CDC Says: What To Know In NH

Federal health officials say 91 outbreaks have been reported across the United States — and that number is likely low.

4 NH Hospitals Get 'A' Rating On New Safety Grades: See Full List

The fall 2024 ratings show improvement in patient safety across several performance measures. Nine facilities received “B” to “D” ratings.

Whooping Cough On The Rise In NH: What To Know About Pertussis

Cases in the Granite State are up 900 percent compared to 2023, with four months left in the year 2024, according to CDC data.

5 Diagnosed With Legionnaire's Disease After Visiting NH Town

The diagnoses were all made in June and July, and officials believe all five people were exposed to contaminated water droplets.

Cyanobacteria Alerts In Bedford, Windham, Capital Region Water Bodies

The state says active warnings and watches have been reported at Stebbins Pond, Gorham Pond, Cobbetts Pond, Long Pond, the Elm Brook dike.

Measles Cases On The Rise Across The U.S.: What To Know In NH

With five months left to go in the year, 26 states and DC, including New Hampshire, have reported 188 measles cases.

Flu Season Sends People To Their Doctors In Droves

Visits to the doctor for the flu haven't been this high since 2009.