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All about getting the right compression stockings

I recently helped my sister-in-law find some compression stockings that were fun as well as functional. The experience was so confusing at first that I decided to talk with a vein specialist and write this blog post. 

By dianeatwood|2022-05-17T08:22:27-04:00May 16th, 2022|Stories and News|3 Comments
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  • Dr. Dora Anne Mills

COVID-19 update: The view from Maine

Once again, we are hearing about the rising number of COVID cases. And once again, Dr. Dora Anne Mills helps us make sense of it all.

By dianeatwood|2022-05-09T21:54:41-04:00May 9th, 2022|Stories and News|1 Comment
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  • Audrey Wade

Lynch Syndrome: A family’s life-threatening legacy

Sixty years after her death, Audrey Wade's family discovered that she carried a gene that increased their risk of cancer. It's called Lynch Syndrome.

By dianeatwood|2022-04-27T13:04:06-04:00April 25th, 2022|Stories and News|4 Comments
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  • Brain with weights

Seven easy ways to exercise your brain

Worried that your brain doesn't seem as sharp as it used to be? Time to do a little exercise!

By dianeatwood|2022-04-23T17:43:13-04:00April 23rd, 2022|Stories and News|1 Comment
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  • Wooden model holding onto back

Five reasons why some aches and pains stick around

Got chronic aches and pains? We've got some expert advice on what might be the underlying cause and how to turn things around.

By dianeatwood|2022-04-18T20:31:22-04:00April 18th, 2022|Stories and News|7 Comments
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  • Gray

memoir II, a neighborhood rich with color, relationships, and memories

I walked into a pale blue space and it reminded me of my mother. Memories like that are what artist Amy Stacey Curtis invites people to write about when they visit her latest exhibit The Color of Memory.

By dianeatwood|2022-04-06T23:32:35-04:00April 6th, 2022|Stories and News|0 Comments
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How art helps break down misconceptions about mental illness

For the past 50 years Shalom House has been helping people with mental illness. One of its lesser known services is a wonderful art program. Meet two of its artists and learn more about mental illness.

By dianeatwood|2022-03-29T10:01:55-04:00March 28th, 2022|Stories and News|1 Comment
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  • Isabella/suicide project

Suicide awareness through the lens of the camera

Art student Isabella Deep is working on a photography project to raise awareness about suicide. She's looking for people to photograph.

By dianeatwood|2022-03-25T18:51:37-04:00March 25th, 2022|Stories and News|1 Comment
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  • Foster Grandparents

How Foster Grandparents are doing good in the world

So much is happening in the world right now, it is important to notice the good things. The Foster Grandparent program is something that can remind us of that.

By dianeatwood|2022-03-23T16:53:38-04:00March 23rd, 2022|Stories and News|0 Comments
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  • Woman holding ears/tinnitus

Tinnitus: the hissing sound that never ever goes away

Raise your hand if you have tinnitus. Mine's up! Here's what I've learned so far. I'm hoping you have some advice to share.

By dianeatwood|2022-04-19T15:46:46-04:00March 14th, 2022|Stories and News|30 Comments
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  • Sore leg/DVT

The latest on deep vein thrombosis (DVT)

Deep vein thrombosis is something to pay attention to because it can be deadly. Learn about risk factors and symptoms.

By dianeatwood|2022-05-16T10:46:31-04:00March 7th, 2022|Stories and News|1 Comment
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  • Judith Wolf Mandell/ accident

OOPS! Replaying an unfortunate accident

When Judith fell recently, she hurt more than her pride. She replays her accident and the lessons she learned.

By dianeatwood|2022-02-27T20:41:49-05:00February 27th, 2022|Stories and News|0 Comments
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  • Icy Steps/Important

Important: we have to watch where we’re going

Accidents happen and some can't be avoided. But others can if only people would follow my mother's advice.

By dianeatwood|2022-03-04T06:03:13-05:00February 27th, 2022|Stories and News|2 Comments
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  • Chris Parris/pancreatic cancer

How one woman beat the odds of pancreatic cancer

Christina Parrish is in the minority because she survived late-stage pancreatic cancer. Now she tries to give back.

By dianeatwood|2022-02-15T11:33:45-05:00February 15th, 2022|Stories and News|4 Comments
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Life after a brain aneurysm

Four and a half months after an aneurysm burst in her brain, Kim Laramy is moving on with her life. That beautiful smile says it all — she is grateful to be alive.

By dianeatwood|2022-02-09T16:08:48-05:00February 7th, 2022|Stories and News|5 Comments
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  • Man with chest pain/heart attack

Valuable heart attack advice that could save your life

Chest pain. Could it just be indigestion? A pulled muscle? Stress? Or is it a heart attack?

By dianeatwood|2022-01-31T14:04:09-05:00January 31st, 2022|Stories and News|7 Comments
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  • Resolutions and goals

Need some help keeping those New Year’s resolutions?

New Year's resolutions already a bust? Maybe you've been going about them all wrong.

By dianeatwood|2022-01-14T13:40:56-05:00January 11th, 2022|Stories and News|0 Comments
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  • COVID/mask/illustration

How to adjust to COVID surges

The world is weary of COVID. Things seem to be getting better and wham! Another variant, another surge. Dr. Dora Anne Mills likens the surges to winter snowstorms.

By dianeatwood|2022-01-11T17:53:38-05:00January 10th, 2022|Stories and News|0 Comments
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  • Sam and Jean Kelley

What happened after one doctor said Sam Kelley’s cancer was terminal

When Sam Kelley was diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer, the doctor recommended he get his affairs in order. Sam decided to get a second opinion. That was twelve years ago.

By dianeatwood|2022-01-07T10:25:54-05:00January 5th, 2022|Stories and News|5 Comments
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  • Planet earth

New Year’s resolutions that go beyond you and me

Have you made any New Year's resolutions for 2022 yet? I've got some simple suggestions that don't include getting more exercise.

By dianeatwood|2021-12-27T21:43:19-05:00December 27th, 2021|Stories and News|0 Comments
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  • Woman awake in bed/sleep disorder

When you should suspect a sleep disorder called non-24

Sleepy during the day? Awake at night? Your brain's master clock may be out of sync. Learn more.

By dianeatwood|2021-12-23T16:56:00-05:00December 21st, 2021|Stories and News|1 Comment
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  • Diane doing chest press

After a long, long break, it’s back to the gym

After nearly two years of not going to the gym, I have started working out again. It feels great!

By dianeatwood|2021-12-13T20:41:46-05:00December 13th, 2021|Stories and News|6 Comments
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  • Be. Here. Now.

How being more mindful might make your holidays more joyful

The holidays are a wonderful time to renew and nourish relationships, but they can also be pretty stressful. You might try being a bit more mindful.

By dianeatwood|2021-12-11T13:58:38-05:00December 6th, 2021|Stories and News|0 Comments
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  • Dr. Dora Anne Mills

Even with Omicron, the latest COVID variant, there is hope

The news about the Omicron variant may be scary, but Dr. Dora Anne Mills says it's not surprising. She shares some strategies for continuing to stay as safe as possible.

By dianeatwood|2021-11-29T17:25:00-05:00November 29th, 2021|Stories and News|1 Comment
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  • Older woman looking strong

A new study on preventing osteoporosis

Maine researchers are studying whether a common blood pressure medication can help prevent osteoporosis. See if you qualify to participate.

By dianeatwood|2021-11-15T16:17:57-05:00November 15th, 2021|Stories and News|0 Comments
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  • Burning candles and broken heart

Getting through the holidays when your heart is broken

The holidays are supposed to be a joyful time, but if you've lost a loved one it may be a time of struggle and mixed emotions. Whatever you're feeling, it's ok.

By dianeatwood|2021-11-16T12:55:53-05:00November 14th, 2021|Stories and News|0 Comments
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  • C

Understanding aortic stenosis and an amazing treatment option

As we age, the aortic valve in the heart doesn't always work as well as it once did. It's called aortic stenosis. Learn why it happens and how it can be treated.

By dianeatwood|2021-11-08T16:55:19-05:00November 8th, 2021|Stories and News|1 Comment
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  • Claire C./Chiari

Learning how to communicate about a rare condition called Chiari malformation

Never heard of Chiari? Neither had this Maine family until it was diagnosed in three family members. This is their story.

By dianeatwood|2021-11-02T11:47:28-04:00November 2nd, 2021|Stories and News|0 Comments
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  • Debra/hearing loss/ wearing hearing aid

A few options for people with hearing loss

Hearing loss is a real problem for many people, especially as they age. People often don't want to talk about it, but it's important that we do.

By dianeatwood|2021-10-26T13:42:48-04:00October 26th, 2021|Stories and News|0 Comments
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  • Donna Beveridge Alzheimer's painting

When Alzheimer’s disease turned out to be something else

For eight years, Donna Beveridge thought she had Alzheimer's disease. Then one day a new doctor suggested that something else might be causing her symptoms. Sleep apnea.

By dianeatwood|2021-10-25T11:01:00-04:00October 19th, 2021|Stories and News|1 Comment
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  • Man vaping

What you need to know about vaping and e-cigarettes

Vaping. What is it? Why is it considered not safe for teens? How have some manufacturers gotten around FDA regulations?

By dianeatwood|2021-10-12T10:55:49-04:00October 12th, 2021|Stories and News|0 Comments
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