Category: Health Tips
Cancer Resource Center offering virtual exercise classes
NORWAY — The Cancer Resource Center of Western Maine has canceled all in-person classes, but is offering virtual wellness classes online. “As we all practice…
NAMI Maine offers COVID-19 mental health tips
HALLOWELL — COVID-19, or the coronavirus, has had a global reach and is impacting both the physical and mental health of Mainers. The Maine state…
Finding your way after cancer treatment discussion is March 18
NORWAY — The Cancer Resource Center of Western Maine, 199 Main St., will hold a free session from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Wednesday March 18,…
Cold and flu season — proper hand washing will help protect you
One of the best ways to protect yourself from cold flu and germs is to wash your hands properly and regularly, especially when traveling, when…
UMA free dental cleanings, exams for kids is Feb. 21
AUGUSTA — The University of Maine at Augusta is offering free dental cleanings and exams for children at its Bangor campus on Friday, Feb. 21….
Influenza becoming widespread in Maine, precautions offered
AUGUSTA — Influenza has been confirmed in all 16 Maine counties and is now classified as widespread across the state.The Maine Center for Disease Control…
Emergency physicians offer cold-weather safety tips
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Winter months are busy in the nation’s emergency departments. The American College of Emergency Physicians has tips to ensure that you can…
Emergency physicians offer cold weather emergency tips
Emergency physicians are urging people to understand cold-weather health risks and take precautions to avoid cold-related medical emergencies as winter bears down. When temperatures drop,…
HEALTH TIPS: Should men and women exercise the same way?
By Lannell Beckles Should men and women exercise the same way? The short answer is yes. Training programs are based on the person’s goals. Yet,…