News & Stories

Alice Peck Day Memorial Hospital always has a story to tell, and you'll find it here in our news and stories section. Members of the media will be interested in our press releases. Patients, donors, volunteers and family members might like to browse our library of stories, which includes patient stories, campus events, and articles on health and wellness. You could also tell us your APD story

DAISY Award

APD Honors Jillian Allaire, RN, with The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses®

Jillian Allaire, RN, of APD's Medical Surgical Unit, receives The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses® in recognition of her exceptional clinical skill, calm leadership, and compassionate care for patients and families.

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Nutrition

The Four Pillars of Health: Nutrition – The Fourth Pillar

Explore the nutrition pillar of The Four Pillars of Health and learn how to fuel your body well.

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Excellence in Nursing Winners Digital Slide

Dartmouth Health nurses named among New Hampshire’s best in 2026 Excellence in Nursing Awards

Three APD nurses named among New Hampshire’s best in 2026 Excellence in Nursing Awards.

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Garcia, Lynch, Perra

Dartmouth Health leaders recognized by Becker’s Hospital Review as some of the best in rural healthcare nationwide

Michael Lynch, MD, MBA, president and CEO named to Becker’s Hospital Review in its 2026 list of “Rural Hospital and Health System Presidents and CEOs to Know.

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Stress

The Four Pillars of Health: Stress – The Fourth Pillar

Understanding the difference between “good” stress and overwhelming stress can help support both physical and mental well-being.

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Paula Seaman

Alice Peck Day Memorial Hospital’s ‘PEER’ program takes third place at HealthForce NH Innovation Challenge

APD earns third place in the HealthForce NH Innovation Challenge, securing $40,000 to expand its innovative PEER Program supporting frontline staff.

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Lower back pain

Tips to Relieve Your Lower Back Pain

Back pain doesn’t have just one cause. It can come from things like overuse, injury, genetics, aging, tobacco use, and obesity.

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