Resources & Wellness Library
Please also take a look at our Health Awareness & Additional Resources page.
COVID-19
CDC on COVID-19 Vaccine: Key Things to Know, Getting Your Vaccine, Find a Vaccine Near You, What Vaccines Are Available?, Safety of Vaccine, Possible Side Effects, Post-Vaccination, Information for Specific Groups, COVID-19 Data Tracker
CDC "When You've Been Fully Vaccinated": Stay Up to Date With Your Vaccines, Who Should Get a Booster Shot, Data Supporting Need for a Booster Shot
CDC On Symptoms: Watch for Symptoms, When to Seek Emergency Medical Attention, Difference Between COVID-19 & Flu, People at Increased Risk
CDC On Covid Frequently Asked Questions
CDC On Testing Guidelines: Types of COVID-19 Tests, Viral Tests, Antibody Tests, Testing Tools, What to Expect When Getting Tested, Testing if You Are Vaccinated
CDC On What To Do If You Have Symptoms: What to Do If You Are Sick, Steps to Help Prevent the Spread of COVID-19 if You Are Sick
New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services Site for COVID-19 Updates
North Country Public Health Network-Information on COVID-19 in New Hampshire, Vaccine Facts/Updates, Ways to Volunteer, FAQs
Diabetes and Chronic Conditions
Diabetes Prevention Program at Cottage Hospital
Take the Type 2 Diabetes Risk Test
American Heart Association: Health recommendations, recipes, and shopping guidelines
Choose-My-Plate.gov: Information on nutrition to help individualize diet plans; gives you the ability to track your food intake
The Food & Drug Administration: Up-to-date information on government regulations and recommendations
USDA Dietary Guidelines: Tips and tools to follow for general nutrition management
Irritable Bowl Syndrome (IBS)- About IBS, What is IBS?, Signs & Symptoms, Treatments, Living with IBS
American Lung Association-Asthma- Asthma Basics, Managing Asthma, Living with Asthma, Asthma in Schools
Mental & Brain Health
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Schizoaffective Disorder- about OCD, what true OCD looks like, the likelihood of suffering from addiction at the same time, and common treatment methods for both disorders.
Alzheimer's & Dementia- Facts and Figures, Difference Between Alzheimer's and Dementia, Know the 10 Signs, How is Alzheimer's Disease Diagnosed, Treatments, Stages, What Causes Memory Loss? Assessing Symptoms and Seeking Help
Six Pillars of Brain Health- Physical Exercise, Food & Nutrition, Medical Health, Sleep and Relaxation, Mental Fitness, Social Interaction
American Speech-Language-Hearing Association on Aphasia- About Aphasia, Signs, Causes, Testing, Treatments, Tips for Communicating with a Person Who has Aphasia, Other Resources
Tobacco Cessation
If you choose to quit or cut back on tobacco use, talk to your provider. Please consider calling the tobacco quitline, 1.800.QUIT NOW, where trained coaches can help you through the quitting process.
Here Are Some Quick Tips To Help You Prepare For Quitting Tobacco:
- Get ready: Set a quit date and stick to it – not even a single puff!
- Get support and encouragement: Tell your family, friends, and coworkers you are quitting and talk to your health care provider.
- Learn new skills and behaviors: Change your routine, reduce stress, distract yourself from urges to smoke, plan something enjoyable to do every day.
- Get medication and use it correctly: Talk with your health care provider about which medication will work best for you.
- Be prepared for relapse or difficult situations!
Resources To Help You Quit:
- NH Smokers Help Line: 1.800.TRY TO STOP • www.trytostopnh.org
- Vermont Department of Health: 1.800.QUIT NOW • 802quits.org
Resources for becoming tobacco free .
American Cancer Society's Quit Using Tobacco Resources
Substance Abuse Disorder Resources
Ask PETRA- Helping adults, communities, and professionals in Northern NH to understand, prevent, and treat Substance Use Disorder (SUD) through assistance, connection, education, and recovery support.
Granite Recovery Centers: OCD and Addiction
Codeine Addiction & Treatment- What is Codeine, Side-effects of Codeine, Mixing Codeine with Alcohol, Signs of Codeine Abuse, Signs of Codeine Withdrawal, Signs of Codeine Overdose, When a Loved One is Addicted, Get Help Today
Bipolar Disorder- What is Bipolar Disorder, Signs of Bipolar Disorder, Types of Bipolar Disorder, What Causes Bipolar Disorder, Diagnosing Bipolar Disorder, Bipolar Disorder Treatment, Help for Co-Occurring Disorders, Get Help Today
Local Community Resources
New Hampshire
North Country Health Consortium
Senior Citizen Resources
Social Security- Retirement Benefits
National Council on Aging- Benefits Check-up
Medicaid Long Term Care Eligibility Requirements Finder
Aging & Sleep: How Does Aging Affect Sleep, Biological Changes, Lifestyle Changes, Health Conditions, Common Sleep Issues in Seniors, Excessive Sleep in Seniors, Sleep & Cognitive Impairment in Seniors, Impact of Poor Sleep for Seniors, Tips for Better Sleep for Seniors, FAQ About Aging and Sleep
Cancer Resources
Pleural Mesothelioma Center- Mesothelioma Types & Treatments
Mesothelioma Cancer and Coronavirus (COVID-19): Five Things for Patients to Know
Mesothelioma Veterans Center- What is Mesothelioma, Stages, Diagnosis, Causes & Risk Factors, Symptoms, Cell Types, Treatment, Prognosis, Veterans Resources & Compensation
CDC- Cervical Cancer Basic Information
American Cancer Society- Cervical Cancer Overview- Causes, Risk Factors, Prevention, Early Detection, Treatment, and Post Treatment
MayoClinic.org Breast Cancer Symptoms & Causes- Types, Symptoms, Causes, Risk Factors, Prevention and Risk Reduction
American Cancer Society- Breast Cancer Information & Overview
SkinCancer.org- Skin Cancer Information, Prevention, Risk Factors, Early Detection, Treatment & Resources
American Cancer Society- Melanoma Skin Cancer- About, Causes, Risk Factors & Prevention, Early Detection, Diagnosis & Staging, Treating Melanoma Skin Cancer, After Treatment
American Cancer Society- Mouth & Throat Cancer- About, Causes, Risk Factors & Prevention, Early Detection, Diagnosis & Staging, Treating, After Treatment
American Cancer Society-Soft Tissue Sarcoma: About, Causes, Risk Factors & Prevention, Early Detection, Diagnosis & Staging, Treatment, After Treatment
Autism Spectrum disorder Resources
Autism Speaks Resource Guide- Advocacy, Autism Friendly Services, Employment & Post Secondary Education, Evaluation and Diagnosis, Health & Medical, Housing & Community Living, Multi-service Providers, Recreation & Community Activities, Safety, Schools, State Services & Entitlements, Support/Support Groups, Treatments & Therapies
Autism Spectrum Disorders & Diet
Designing the Perfect Playroom for Children with Autism: Benefits of Playtime for Children, Different Types of Play, The Importance of Playroom/Sensory Space for ASD Children, How to Choose a Play Space, Designing a Healthy Sensory Environment, The Best Toys for Autistic Children
Caring for Seniors with Autism
Additional Resources
National Center on Deaf-Blindness: Deaf-Blindness Overview, Educational Practices, National Child Count, Practice Guides, Professional Development, Fact Sheets, Articles, Webinars
Overview on Deaf-Blindness: What is Deaf-blindness, Causes, Challenges Faced by Those with Deaf-blindness, Challenges Faced by Caregivers, Resources and Available Help
CDC- Restless Leg Syndrome Fact Sheet: What is Restless Leg Syndrome, What are the Common Signs and Symptoms of Restless Legs, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment, Prognosis, Research Being Done
CDC- Lyme Disease: Signs & Symptoms of Untreated Lyme Disease, Treatment, Diagnosis & Testing, Data & Statistics, Preventing Tick Bites, Transmission, Tick Removal & Testing, Post-Treatment Lyme Disease Syndrome, Health Care Providers, Educational Materials, Lyme Disease FAQ
Mayo Clinic- Cataracts: Overview, Symptoms & Causes, Diagnosis & Treatment
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): Basics About COPD, Fact Sheets, Data & Statistics, Resources
Good Rx: Women's Health Center: Birth Control, Pregnancy, Endometriosis, Menopause, PCOS, STIs, Eating Disorders, Osteoporosis, UTI, Migraine, Hypothyroidism, Anxiety Disorders, Acne, Autoimmune Disorders
