Recent Stories
Why this pediatrician practices direct primary care
Imagine that you could send your pediatrician a text and you'd hear back right away or at least fairly soon. More access is just one of the things Dr. Ali Kopelman offers in her direct primary care practice — all for a monthly fee.
Why is the new Alzheimer’s drug so controversial?
Alzheimer's is a horrible disease that destroys a person's brain cells. A new drug offers hope that it can be stopped, but it has also caused some controversy.
Trying to reach people who are unvaccinated against COVID
Are you someone who is unvaccinated against COVID? Maine has one of the highest vaccination rates, but health officials are trying to reach even more people. You might be interested.
Podcast: Secrets: A Story of Addiction, Grief, and Healing
Imagine that your adult child has died from a drug overdose, and you are the one who finds her. That is what happened to Ann Cookson. The grief never goes away, but Ann has been able to turn her pain into something positive. She wrote a book called Secrets: A Story of Addiction, Grief, and Healing. Listen to her story and how writing the book has transformed her thinking about drug addiction, as well as her entire life.
To mask or not to mask?
Many people were confused by the CDC's recent recommendations for those who are fully vaccinated against COVID. Adding to that, several states, including Maine, have modified or dropped their mask mandates. Dr. Dora Anne Mills offers some guidance.
Getting my shoulder back, one exercise at a time
My shoulder has come a long way since I broke it in February. From arm in a sling to arm in the air. It's hard work but so worth the effort.