Have a cold? Fever? Sinus infection? Your primary care provider might not give you a prescription for an antibiotic. Here’s why. By Lara Setti, MD, MPH In the past, antibiotics were commonly prescribed for many ailments, and sick patients...
CHP News
CHP Expands Group Medical Visits
CHP Berkshires has expanded Group Medical Visits for CHP patients with the addition of a Wednesday group meeting via Zoom. In addition to a Tuesday group visit at 4:30-5:30 p.m., Mindful Movement & Meditation now meets virtually on Wednesdays...
Anti-Diet: A Virtual Book Talk on Jan. 29
The CHP Size-Inclusive Care team hosts a free virtual conversation about the book Anti-Diet: Reclaim Your Time, Money, Well-Being, and Happiness Through Intuitive Eating by Christy Harrison. The event takes place on Wednesday, January 29, at 7 p.m....
Feeling Grateful at CHP
Feeling grateful at CHP is easy—as we have so much to be thankful for. In particular, CHP Family Services is especially fortunate to participate in the Food Bank of Western Massachusetts’ monthly food distribution program on the first Tuesday of each month in Great Barrington.
CHP Holiday Hours
Reading With Your Family: Nov. 21 Workshop in Great Barrington
If you are reading with your family, you know it's not just about the book! Positive Parenting: Reading with Your Family is a free, family-friendly workshop taking place Nov. 21, 5:30-7:30 at 141 West Avenue in Great Barrington. This fun,...
In the News: Managing Election Anxiety
CHP Berkshires psychotherapist Anthony Hamling is among the mental health practitioners interviewed for The Berkshire Eagle's article on managing election anxiety. "Dealing with election anxiety? You're not alone. Berkshire mental health experts...
Dr. Lina Bermudez Named Associate Director of Dental Medicine
Dr. Lina Bermudez has been named associate director of dental medicine at CHP Berkshires. She joined CHP Great Barrington Family Dental in 2013 and will continue to see patients at her practice. In her new role, Dr. Bermudez will work with CHP...
MA Health Connector Open Enrollment is Nov. 1-Jan. 23
The Open Enrollment season begins Nov. 1 for customers of the MA Health Connector, which administers subsidized ACA health plans. CHP Berkshires is now scheduling appointments to assist area residents with finding new coverage or updating their...
Jonathan Meehan, LICSW, Joins North Adams Family Medical
Jonathan Meehan, LICSW, has joined the Behavioral Health team at CHP North Adams Family Medical, where he will care for patients of all ages with remote and in-person care. Meehan holds a master's in social work from the University of Texas with a...
CHP Cuts the Ribbon at Great Barrington Family Dental
CHP Berkshires celebrated the reopening of Great Barrington Family Dental at its new brick-and-mortar location on Stockbridge Road, with our staff, friends and supports, board, some patients and representatives from MassHealth's Boston office. View...
CHP Mobile Health Offering Covid Vaccines for All Ages
CHP Mobile Health is now offering the 2025 Covid-19 vaccine (Pfizer) during its mobile health clinics throughout the Berkshires. Patients are also invited to receive a flu shot at the same time, to ward off both Covid and flu this coming...