Open Enrollment is Here.

Enrollment is open from November 1, 2016 – January 31, 2017. Think you don’t qualify for assistance for healthcare through the marketplace? Chances are, you probably do. More than 95% of Mainers qualify for health insurance. Starting in 2013, most people are required...

Beat Breast Cancer

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month You can reduce your risk for developing breast cancer! To lower your risk, maintain a healthy weight, exercise regularly, and talk to your medical provider about any use of hormone replacement therapy or oral contraceptives....

DFD Takes Dempsey Challenge

DFD is excited to support our communities and encourage others to walk, run, or bike in support of The Patrick Dempsey Center for Cancer Hope & Healing in this year’s Dempsey Challenge.  When and where does this happen? The 2016 Dempsey Challenge takes place...

Be Concussion Smart

Protect your sports superstars this fall. A concussion is a brain injury caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head. Those who suffer concussions often report trouble focusing, short-term memory loss, difficulty performing daily tasks, and feeling “slower...

National Health Center Week

This month we celebrated National Health Center Week to raise awareness of the important role health centers play in  our communities. But, why just celebrate one week? Let’s spread awareness year-round about the positive impact health centers have. Health...

Get Back-to-School Ready with DFD

Summer is finally coming to an end, and it’s time to start gearing up for another school year. We’ve got a list of tips to help make your students ready for a fun and safe school year. Backpack Safety: Backpacks that are too heavy can cause back and...