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Cancers generally develop gradually as a result of a complex mix of factors related to lifestyle choices, environment and genetics. Each type of cancer is caused by a different set of factors, some we

Eligibility Requirements To be eligible for APTD cash assistance, you must meet certain requirements. If you are eligible for cash assistance, you are also eligible for medical assistance. Gener

As of November 2016, hepatitis C (HCV) was added to the list of infectious diseases, on the NH Reportable Disease List, that are required to be reported to the state. Hepatitis C reporting is re

What's New ... During the COVID-19 pandemic, many children and adults have fallen behind on receiving recommended, routine vaccines. Routine vaccination is rebounding but has not yet recovered amon

Concord, NH – The New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services’ (DHHS) Division of Public Health Services (DPHS) has announced that there has been a significant increase in the number of peop

We come in contact with chemicals every day. They are in the food we eat, the air we breathe, and the objects that surround us. The question is—How much of those chemicals is actually getting inside o

Concord, NH – The New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services’ (DHHS) Division of Public Health Services has announced three public meetings to present the results of the NH Biomonitoring Pr

People can be exposed to radon primarily from breathing radon in air that comes through cracks and gaps in buildings and homes. Because radon comes naturally from the earth, people are always exposed

Patients can get infections when getting healthcare. These are called Healthcare Associated Infections (HAIs). HAIs are commonly caused by antibiotic-resistant pathogens (harmful germs), which ma

It is recommended healthcare providers take a sexual history on all clients, as sexual health is a part of the client's overall health and well-being. The sexual history allows the provider to care fo