North Star Health

03/20/2026

This summer, we are partnering with Southern Vermont AHEC to hire a Communications Intern. The ideal candidate is a current college student who either attended high school in Vermont and/or attends a Vermont College/University. The internship is project based, and they will assist with preparing promotions and coordinating details around National Health Center Week events (August 2-8th).

The internship is PAID through AHEC and can be completed in a hybrid fashion, with in-office time required during health center week.

If you or someone you know is interested, please fill out the application and select North Star as your desired placement before March 30th!

Find more information here: https://svtahec.org/cship/
Apply Here: https://tinyurl.com/APPLY4CSHIP

03/19/2026

Join us on April 8 at 11am to cut the ribbon on our newly upgraded accessible exam room at its Charlestown Health Center (250 Ceda Road, Charlestown, NH)!

North Star Health is committed to expanding access to care for all patients through facility upgrades across our network. This is step one in a broader effort to improve accessibility at our locations, with guidance from advocates Dianne and Justin Milliken (pictured).

Special thanks to NH Healthy Families, The Dee Foundation, and Claremont Savings Bank Foundation for their support of these projects.

Ribbon cutting will be followed by a short reception. Light refreshments will be served. RSVP Here: https://forms.office.com/r/GET26MGnDX

03/17/2026

[3/17/2026, 9:37am]: Power has been restored and we are reopen to patients. Thank you to the line workers for their quick response and work to restore power.

[3/17/2026, 7:22am] Due to a power outage, Springfield Health Center is closed to patients until electricity is restored. We will update here when power is back.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.

03/12/2026

Today (3/12) is the last day to send a carnation to a provider for our Doctor's Day celebration!

March 30 is National Doctors’ Day, when we recognize the dedicated providers who care for our North Star community. This year, you can join in by sending a carnation to a provider you wish to honor.

How to participate:

📋Complete the online order form or visit any North Star Health location to complete a paper order form
👩‍⚕️ Select the provider you want to recognize
✍Add a personalized message (optional)
💐 We’ll deliver your carnation on March 30

All proceeds are tax-deductible and support our mission to connect with and care for our community so everyone can enjoy health and wellness.

Order your carnation here: www.norhstarfqhc.org/love

03/11/2026

[3/12/26]: UPDATE The issue is resolved and we will be open for our regular hours today. Thanks you!

[3/11/26,4:07pm]
Due to a mechanical issue, Charlestown Health Center will be closed the remainder of the day. We apologize for the inconvenience.

03/10/2026

03/06/2026

March 6 is National Dentists Day! Drop a big SMILE in the comments to help us celebrate our hardworking dentists at Chester Dental Center.

03/04/2026

If you remember when Back to the Future first came out in theaters, it might be time for colorectal cancer screening! ⏰

Don't want a colonoscopy? You might not need one! Adults age 45+ now have effective, non-invasive screening options. Check out our latest blog to learn more and explore your options: https://tinyurl.com/crcawareness

02/23/2026

02/20/2026

Did you know that Ludlow Health Center has walk-in lab draw services?

Open Monday-Friday from 8:00am-4:30pm
8:00am-10:00am is reserved for fasting blood work

If the order is from a North Star provider it should be in our system. If your order is from an outside provider, please bring the orders with you.

02/18/2026

The Buzz Continues for National Children’s Dental Health Month!

The oral health professionals we’ve featured so far have been nothing short of amazing — dedicated, passionate, and deeply committed to improving the lives of their patients. Their stories remind us why this work matters so much.

Today, we’re thrilled to share another powerful “Dental Career Pathway Story.”

Please join us in shining a spotlight on Dr. Kate Baer, DMD, of Chester Family Dental in Chester, Vermont.

Dr. Kate finds her greatest professional satisfaction in improving oral health care for children — helping young patients build healthy smiles and lifelong confidence.

Read her inspiring narrative below and help us celebrate the professionals who are shaping brighter, healthier futures.

North Star Health Vermont Health Careers Springfield Hospital, Inc. - VT Vermont State Dental Society Vermont Department of Health National AHEC Organization

Career PathwayStory

02/15/2026

2/15/26: Charlestown Health Center is closed today. We apologize for the inconvenience.