by rachael | Apr 18, 2023 | Emotional Health, Mental Health, Physical Health
While it’s common to think of just your body when you think of health, there are other vital parts to consider: how you think, feel, and act, and the social support system you have in place—in other words, your behavioral/mental health and social well-being. These...
by rachael | Mar 30, 2023 | Nutrition
We can get confused easily by what to eat. There are hundreds of diets out there, thousands of foods, and your wallet can only stretch so far. How are you supposed to know what the right foods to eat are? If you’re determined to eat healthy or lose weight but don’t...
by rachael | Feb 16, 2023 | Nutrition
Doctors and parents say “eat your greens!” for good reason. Full of vitamins, minerals, and fiber, green veggies are good for you. These foods lower your risk of obesity, heart disease, high blood pressure, and other health problems. But they aren’t always cheap. ($2...
by rachael | Jan 23, 2023 | General News
You’ve probably been to a birthday party and heard parents commenting on their kids’ sugar rush. Or sighed yourself at the hyperactive energy on display after a round of trick-or-treating or Valentine’s Day candies. But are sugar highs fact or fiction? It turns out...
by rachael | Dec 20, 2022 | Physical Health
Exercising all year long provides you with a natural mood booster, more energy, less stress, better sleep, weight management, less risk of depression, and more. Despite our best intentions to stay fit and healthy, sometimes rain, sleet, or snow—or simply a 9-to-5...
by rachael | Dec 1, 2022 | Awareness, Emotional Health, Mental Health, Physical Health
Every year when the countdown to the new year begins, people around the world start the time-honored tradition of making New Year’s resolutions. Gym memberships rises, new hobbies abound, habits are upended. While we, of course, support making healthy goals a reality,...
by kayla | Nov 8, 2022 | News + Announcements
MONMOUTH, Maine— DFD Russell Medical Centers (DFD) is pleased to announce the addition of board-certified physician assistant Mayra Brink, PA-C, to the DFD team. Brink attended Franklin Pierce University where she completed her Master of Physician Assistant Studies...
by kayla | Oct 14, 2022 | News + Announcements
DFD Russell Medical Centers (DFD) is pleased to announce the recent addition of board-certified family nurse practitioner Christopher Butler, FNP, to the DFD team. Butler practices healthcare cooperatively with his patients, educating people on their health and...
by rachael | Oct 10, 2022 | Physical Health
Why is My Skin So Itchy? To celebrate November’s National Healthy Skin Month, we’re taking a look at a common skin condition: eczema. If your skin is itchy, it may be due to eczema. Learn what to look for and when to seek professional care for your skin. What is...
by rachael | Oct 5, 2022 | Nutrition, Physical Health
Halloween can be fun, festive, and healthy! Take a pass on the sugar hangover this year, and keep in the spirit of things with these simple, delightful ways to make the Halloween holiday happy and just a little bit healthier. Bake tasty treats. Put a creative spin on...
