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A new adventure

I'm embarking on a new adventure, which means I have to let something go. It's all good!

By dianeatwood|2022-10-13T16:45:07-04:00October 13th, 2022|Stories and News|14 Comments
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  • Apples in trees

Where you can pick apples in Maine

A list of some Maine orchards that let you pick your own apples. It's a great way to spend a late summer/early fall afternoon. Check ahead to make sure your favorite farm is open this year.

By dianeatwood|2022-09-17T20:08:07-04:00September 17th, 2022|Stories and News|10 Comments
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  • Mother's bookcase

Poignant old memories tucked away in my mother’s bookcase

My mother has been gone for six years, but the memories of her are still strong. Unfortunately, because of Alzheimer's, her own memories were not so strong. This is a story about an art project I did about her and her lost memories.

By dianeatwood|2022-09-16T11:05:47-04:00September 12th, 2022|Stories and News|10 Comments
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  • Acid reflux/hoarse and heartburn

The connection between being hoarse and having acid reflux

If I had a lot of heartburn, I might have suspected acid reflux. Instead, I was often hoarse, which I didn't realize can also be a symptom.

By dianeatwood|2022-08-29T21:44:49-04:00August 29th, 2022|Stories and News|11 Comments
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  • Aging couple running

Aging doesn’t mean you have to stop being active

Could you be using aging as an excuse to take it easy instead of being more active? How about some good advice and motivation?

By dianeatwood|2022-10-16T19:46:45-04:00August 16th, 2022|Stories and News|0 Comments
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  • Joe Semmes

In memory of Joe Semmes, who chose love, not fear

In 1996 Joe Semmes learned that he had pancreatic cancer. Joe passed away in 2020, but his spirit lives on in the lessons he learned and shared throughout his life.

By dianeatwood|2022-08-15T19:16:42-04:00August 2nd, 2022|Stories and News|6 Comments
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  • Laura/sound healing

The power of healing with crystal bowls and a beautiful voice

A few weeks ago, I awoke to the sounds of these crystal bowls and Laura Thompson Brady's beautiful voice. We were at camp and she was sitting on the dock next door playing the bowls and singing. Laura is a sound healer and I can say with certainty that she is a gifted one. 

By dianeatwood|2022-07-26T08:04:12-04:00July 25th, 2022|Stories and News|2 Comments
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  • Sun protection items

What you should know about sunscreen and malignant melanoma

Does sunscreen prevent malignant melanoma? The short answer is not necessarily. Read this important advice — it could save a life.

By dianeatwood|2022-07-15T17:18:41-04:00July 12th, 2022|Stories and News|2 Comments
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Where you can pick blueberries in Maine

If you want to go blueberry picking this summer, you're in luck. Check out the 2022 Catching Health list of where you can pick blueberries in Maine.

By dianeatwood|2022-07-28T19:51:58-04:00July 6th, 2022|Stories and News|19 Comments
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  • Forgetful woman

When should you be concerned about memory loss?

Now, where did I put my keys? What is that person's name? I know I came in here for something, but what was it? If any of these happen to you, should you be worried about dementia?

By dianeatwood|2022-08-16T13:00:56-04:00July 5th, 2022|Stories and News|0 Comments
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  • Visual Fields test glaucoma

Glaucoma: what you might not know, but should

As we age, it's normal to see things differently. Literally. Our vision changes as we age, and sometimes conditions develop that can lead to blindness. That's why routine eye exams become increasingly important.

By dianeatwood|2022-07-15T16:57:21-04:00June 27th, 2022|Stories and News|4 Comments
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  • Measuring blood pressure

How to interpret your blood pressure numbers

What is normal blood pressure? When do you need to take action and what can you do to get it lower? We have some answers.

By dianeatwood|2022-06-20T22:32:43-04:00June 20th, 2022|Stories and News|2 Comments
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  • Diane's mother/swallowing issue

How to recognize a swallowing problem in someone with dementia

Difficulty swallowing is common in people with dementia. It can lead to serious, even life-threatening complications. Here's what you need to know.

By dianeatwood|2022-06-13T18:29:11-04:00June 13th, 2022|Stories and News|3 Comments
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  • Woman with thermometer

Bladder infection: The older you get, the more you need to pay attention

As we get older, unfortunately, we become more susceptible to infections. That’s because, with age, the immune system doesn’t work as well as it used to. As one of my friends found out, a bladder infection is one that can be easy to miss.

By dianeatwood|2022-06-13T17:20:22-04:00June 13th, 2022|Stories and News|0 Comments
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  • Strawberries in Maine

Where you can pick strawberries in Maine

Strawberry season — time to go picking! Here's the 2022 Catching Health list of where you can pick strawberries in Maine. I updated as much as I could, but you should check ahead to make sure your favorite farm is open this year.

By dianeatwood|2022-06-09T20:08:00-04:00June 5th, 2022|Stories and News|23 Comments
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  • sugar filled candy

How to tame your sweet tooth and sugar cravings

Who doesn't like a little sugar now and then? A piece of candy, a cookie, any kind of sweet treat? What happens when you know you're eating too much, but can't seem to stop? Here are two different approaches for someone who wants to change their relationship with sugar.

By dianeatwood|2022-06-17T11:36:53-04:00June 1st, 2022|Stories and News|0 Comments
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  • Browntail moth caterpillar rash

How to soothe a browntail moth caterpillar rash

A painful, itchy, gross rash. That about sums up what can happen if you come in contact with the hairs of a browntail moth caterpillar. We've got some remedies that may help to settle things down.

By dianeatwood|2022-06-01T13:28:45-04:00May 31st, 2022|Stories and News|9 Comments
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  • Sign of hope during COVID

View from Maine COVID update: Never lose hope

This COVID update from Dr. Dora Anne Mills is just what my soul has needed. "There are days when I find it very hard to maintain hope," she writes, and then goes on to share stories of what her parents' generation endured. Maybe her words will do your soul good, too.

By dianeatwood|2022-05-23T16:04:44-04:00May 23rd, 2022|Stories and News|0 Comments
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  • compression stockings

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: One 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|2022-10-16T19:54:49-04:00April 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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