CoolSculpting. Is it the answer to getting rid of stubborn pooches and love handles?
CoolSculpting is a procedure that gets rid of stubborn fat by freezing it. Here are some details to help you decide if it's something you'd like to try.
Let’s bake and break some bread together
Bakers and bread lovers — affectionately known as grainiacs — will be descending upon Skowhegan, Maine to celebrate ... what else? Bread!
Get rid of pesky deer flies with this easy-to-make hat trap
Thanks to deer flies, mowing the lawn used to be a nightmare for my husband. Now, it's a dream! His secret to getting rid of them and an update on its success rate.
Dempsey Center and Cancer Community Center merging to expand access to their services and programs
The Cancer Community Center in South Portland and the Dempsey Center in Lewiston announced that they plan to merge as the Dempsey Centers. The details.
An integrated approach to treating low back pain
If you've ever hurt your back, you know how miserable it can feel. That's what happened to Samantha Bassett. She found relief from a combination of treatments.
When all is not well: Children’s literature as a resource
Children may be resilient but illness or injury can have a big impact on their coping skills. Read how the right book could help them through a difficult time.
Before you set off those 4th of July fireworks — how to stay safe and follow the law
Planning a 4th of July fireworks display in your backyard? You need to know what the law allows. You also want to follow these important safety tips.
How Nicole Petit lives with diabetes. Part two: Acceptance and ownership
Being a teenager is challenging enough, but imagine adding diabetes to the mix. Nicole Petit, who's now an adult, tells us how she struggled to keep a balance.
David Aronson wears two Lyme Disease hats: Patient and Lyme-literate therapist
David Aronson is a therapist who works with people struggling with Lyme Disease. He knows first hand how the disease can take its toll on people. His story.
Too much stress? Can’t sleep? Maybe you should see a hypnotist
Once a lawyer, now a hypnotist, Maggie Clement helps people at the Cancer Community Center manage their pain, their stress and anxiety, and their sleep.
Why Dr. Jeanne Donlevy Arnold donated $2 million dollars to her alma mater — St. Joseph’s College
Thirty years after graduating from St. Joseph's College In Standish, Maine, Jeanne Donlevy Arnold gave her alma mater $2 million. Here's why.
How Nicole Petit lives with diabetes. Part one: The diagnosis
Nicole Petit has had diabetes since she was nine. There are always challenges but she still manages to live a life full of love, determination, and adventure.
After suffering an aneurysm in her brain, Amy Paquette finally got her life back again
One in 50 people in the U.S. has a brain aneurysm, including Amy Paquette. She shares her story of recovery to give hope and encouragement to others.
How the town of Gorham intends to become the happiest, healthiest community in Maine
The happiest, healthiest town in Maine? That's what's in the works for Gorham. Learn how the initiative got started and how the town hopes to reach its goal.
It’s National Women’s Health Week, which means it’s all about YOU and how to be healthy
If you're a woman trying to be healthy, we've got all kinds of ideas for you. From getting physical to putting yourself first for once, it's all about YOU.
Which is better — going to a personal trainer or taking a group exercise class?
You want to get some exercise but you can't decide whether to see a trainer or take a class. Does it matter? I asked personal trainer Andy Wight.
Inspired to be a teacher in a children’s hospital
When Abby Snyder learned that The Barbara Bush Children's Hospital needed a teacher, she jumped at the opportunity. Five years later, she still loves her job.
Dread growing old? It’s time to get a move on!
Feeling old? Not as strong or agile or flexible as you once were? Take it from me and a couple of experts, get a move on and you'll feel a whole lot better.
Cultivating your life force energy by practicing Qigong
How does the thought of less stress and more vitality sound to you? If you're yearning for both, you might want to learn the ancient Chinese practice of Qigong.
The best exercises for people with painful arthritis
Because their joints feel stiff and they hurt, many people with arthritis stop being active, when regular exercise might help them feel better.
Swimming my way outside of my discomfort zone. Getting in shape keeps getting better and better
After three months of working with personal trainer Andy Wight, I went swimming recently and discovered yet another benefit of my hard work. Endurance.
Are these veins a problem? When you should ask your doctor
If the veins in your legs are causing you a problem, there are minimally invasive treatments available that can bring relief and sometimes prevent further problems.
The rise of “auto-obituaries” in the age of the selfie and how to write your own
Traditionally, a person's obituary is written after their death by a family member or close friend. In the age of selfies and social media, more and more people are writing their own selfie or auto-obits.
What is palliative care? Is it the same as hospice?
When you have a terminal illness, it can feel as if your life is out of control. Pamela Tapley discovered that with palliative care it's possible to regain some of that control.
Pushing some weight around. You’ll be grateful for the inspiration
This week in my discomfort zone, I'm pushing my limits as I lift and push a lot of weight. Come along for the workout. Maybe you'll be inspired to push some limits, too.
Tips on eating when you’re undergoing cancer treatment
Poor nutrition can impact a cancer patient's treatment and their body’s ability to heal. The Cancer Community Center helps people overcome obstacles to eating.
What all women need to know about gynecologic cancers
When my friend Jan found out she had fallopian tube cancer, she was shocked. It happens to many women with GYN cancer. They can be difficult to detect early on.
How to let your elderly parents know you’re worried about their safety
Practical advice on having difficult conversations with elderly parents about issues regarding care and safety.
The joy of doing trap bar deadlifts. Welcome inside my discomfort zone
I've been working with personal trainer Andy Wight for about two months and feel so much stronger and more motivated. Join me in what I call my discomfort zone. This week we're doing trap bar deadlifts.
In the middle of his battle against cancer, a Maine man is terrified his health insurance plan is about to be destroyed
Cancer patients and advocates are working hard to add a personal perspective to the ACA debate. Maine cancer patient Stretch Tuemmler shares his story.
For people living with Parkinson’s, Rock Steady Boxing offers the chance to be active again
Research shows that intensive exercise can benefit people with Parkinson's disease. A new program in Mid Coast Maine is proving the point. It's called Rock Steady Boxing.
