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1. Art and Alzheimers: new program fosters creativity

   Studies have shown that art therapy might be particularly beneficial for people with Alzheimer’s disease because though they gradually lose the ability to express themselves with words, other parts of their brain that deal with colors and composition … Continue

2. Are you Prediabetic? Take the CDC quiz here!

   The Center for Disease Control has put together some interesting little awareness quizzs that you can take to see if you’re at risk for certain diseases or health complications. Since diabetes is one of the health issues that is … Continue

3. How Can I Help my Mom Long-Distance?

   Q: My mom is 82 years old, and was in great shape, traveling internationally and remaining very active. About a month ago, she returned from a big trip, got a flu-type illness within a day or two, … Continue

4. Quit Smoking: Here’s Help.

   The Patrick Dempsey Center for Cancer Hope & Healing and Healthy Androscoggin are collaborating to assist tobacco users to quit tobacco for life. An informational session for Quit for Life: Help for Quitting Tobacco, will be held … Continue

5. Maine Senior FarmShare Program: fresh produce for Maine seniors

   March is sign-up time for low-income seniors who want to participate in the Maine Senior FarmShare Program. You can receive $50 worth of fresh produce throughout the season from a participating farm. (Farmers often have trucks at … Continue

6. Arthritis and hands: workshop that will help Maine arthritis sufferers

   Mid Coast Hospital’s Rehabilitation Services is presenting a comprehensive exploration of arthritis in your hands on Wednesday, April 11, at 7 p.m. at the Mid Coast Medical Group orthopedic center, 430 Bath Road in Brunswick.

7. Alzheimer’s Epidemic

   The Alzheimer’s Association has published their latest statistical findings on the grow of the disease in the US. They’ve made a very simple but powerful video that puts these numbers in perspective. Maine is the oldest state … Continue