A Maine woman leads the way in raising money for lung cancer and setting the record straight about its causes
Most people assume that all lung cancers are caused by smoking. Period. There's more to the story than tobacco.
MaineHealth gets a national award for its commitment to serve healthy (and tasty) meals to patients and employees
MaineHealth made a commitment to offer healthier food options. It just got a national award for its efforts from the Partnership for a Healthier America.
Is it safe to whiten your teeth?
Have you noticed how almost everybody has sparkling white teeth these days? And how many whitening product there are? Are they all safe to use?
Are you confused about the best ways to screen for breast cancer? Some recommendations from an expert
Is a mammogram the best way to screen for breast cancer? Dr. Suzanne Hoekstra answers the question and more in this episode of the Catching Health Podcast.
How to welcome the unwelcome thoughts that prevent you from getting a good night’s sleep
Everyone I know has trouble sleeping every now and again. Read how guided meditation and art therapy can work together to help you get a good night's sleep.
Trick or treat and a Halloween candy confession. Maybe you’ve done it, too.
There was a time when the neighborhood kids didn't get Halloween candy from the Atwood's. We handed out granola bars instead. But that's not my confession.
How physical therapy can help people suffering the after effects of a concussion
Bobby Cochrane is a physical therapist who works with people who have post-concussion syndrome. Find out how physical therapy can help someone with a concussion.
Moroccan Carrot Soup and Magic Mineral Broth: Recipes from The Cancer-Fighting Kitchen
Research linking what you eat to the occurrence, treatment, and recurrence of cancer has exploded. Rebecca Katz shares some soup recipes from her cookbook The Cancer-Fighting Kitchen.
Why a colonoscopy is still the gold standard for preventing colon cancer
Colonoscopies save lives because virtually all colon cancers start out as benign polyps. Colonoscopy is not colon cancer detection, it's colon cancer prevention. Read more.
How the tiny zebrafish helped a Bar Harbor scientist get us one step closer to effective treatments for a painful nerve disorder — peripheral neuropathy
About 20 million people in the U.S. have peripheral neuropathy. Sandra Rieger, PhD., a scientist at the MDI Biological Laboratory, recently discovered where and how it begins.
Tips from parents on how to stay healthy with a new baby in the house
When you're pregnant, you try to be as healthy as possible for your baby's sake. After the baby is born, staying healthy can be a challenge. Some tips from new parents.
Health experts say no to the nasal spray flu vaccine this year but kids still need a flu shot
Public health experts no longer recommend a common nasal spray flu vaccine for children because it's not effective. If you're worried that your child hates shots so you'll skip a flu shot this year, read this.
Where to get some answers to your health insurance questions
The MaineHealth Learning Resource Center gets more questions about health insurance than anything else. Here's where they direct people for the answers.
Who to call when you need an answer to a burning health question
Looking for another good source of credible health information? Want to have a live chat with a health educator? Try the MaineHealth Learning Resource Center.
How art therapy helps relieve some of the pain and suffering of a life altering illness
An expressive arts therapist helps people grieve by creating art. When she was diagnosed with breast cancer, she used her art therapy tools to help herself.
Expert answers to your top questions about breast cancer
Three common questions breast cancer specialist Dr. Tracey Weisberg gets from her patients. She shares the answers on the Catching Health blog.
A new study says birth control pills may make you depressed. That’s not news to many women
A new study says birth control may cause depression. Many women say, ok, we already knew that. Read what's important about the study.
Answers to frequently asked questions about breast cancer
Two questions one breast cancer specialist hears often — why did I get breast cancer and is there anything other than a mammogram that could have caught it sooner? We give some answers on the WCSH 6 Morning Report.
A lifetime of headaches became this woman’s worst nightmare
For nearly 30 years — ever since she was about 10 years old — Michelle Spencer endured headaches. Migraines said doctors. What it was almost killed her.
What do all the dates on food packages mean?
Not sure what the expiration or "use by" date means on food packages? Get an expert explanation from registered dietitian Kitty Broihier.
The art of offering comfort to someone who is grieving
In our culture, we're taught to cheer people up. It's not the same as giving comfort. Learn some tips on the art of comforting from an expert on grieving.
A tribute to my mother Beverley Swett
My mother died last week. Tuesday, September 6 at 5:16 in the morning. I was there, hand resting on her chest. I needed to feel her last breath, her final heartbeat. Three of my sisters and one of my nieces were also there, holding her hands and gently running their fingers through her hair, which [...]
What to do with all of those tomatoes! Try this recipe for tomato mostarda
If your garden is overflowing with tomatoes and you're looking for some cooking inspiration, try this recipe for Tomato Mostarda.
Massage your muscles and your mind
Got sore muscles from all the activities you've been doing this hot summer? Feeling stressed because you're not looking forward to cold weather? How about a massage?
Being in a wheelchair hasn’t prevented these people from playing an energetic game of tennis
Adaptive sports give new life to many people with a variety of disabilities. That includes wheelchair tennis, a program offered by Maine Adaptive Sports & Recreation.
DIY remedies for stings, bites, scratches, and sunburns
Whether you wear a special hat, suit up from head to toe or cover yourself in bug spray, warding off summer insects can be a hassle. Here are some DIY remedies just in case.
Earl Cutter has MSA. You won’t see life the same again after you read his story
Seven years ago, Earl Cutter began losing his balance. Today, he's in a wheelchair. He has MSA. Find out what that is and how Earl copes with his new life.
Thriving after cancer. One woman shares her recipe for a healthier lifestyle and for sesame swiss chard
When Mary Moskowitz was diagnosed with breast cancer, she decided to take back as much control as she could. She shares her recipe for good health and for a tasty stir fry.
How dementia can lead to a serious swallowing problem. On the Morning Report
On a recent WCSH 6 Morning Report, we talked about the risks associated with dementia and swallowing problems.
How composting stirred up happy memories for some people who struggle to remember what happened yesterday
When a memory care facility began composting, I asked some residents if they had composted before. I was touched by their comments. I also learned interesting information about recycling waste.
This is what it feels like to have lupus
Lupus is an autoimmune disorder — the body attacks its own cells. JoAnn Plante shares what it's like to have this serious and painful disease.