The money will be used to improve nutrition and decrease obesity.
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Posted inTimes Record
New Nordic spa makes waves in Newcastle
Waterstruck Wellness promises new spring offerings, including Maple Steam, Soak, and Sauna workshops and birding activities.
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Hospitals ready to take more pregnant patients as Waterville facilities end birthing services
MaineGeneral Health and Redington-Fairview General Hospital expect more demand once birthing services in Waterville close March 1.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
A PFAS-free fire suppressant made with Maine wood could fight wildfires
The chemical-free extinguisher could move to the market — and onto firefighting airplanes — quickly. But getting it certified will take time and money.
Posted inBiddeford-Saco-OOB Courier
Local businesses celebrate wellbeing in Biddeford, Saco
Heart of Biddeford will host its second annual Wellness Crawl starting Jan. 13, offering deals and discounts on wellness classes and activities.
Posted inHealth, Life & Culture, Local & State
Here’s what you need to know about bird flu
There have been no human cases reported yet in Maine, and 66 cases across the U.S., according to the CDC.
Posted inHealth, Nation & World
CDC confirms first severe human case of bird flu in U.S.
A resident of southwestern Louisiana has been hospitalized with a severe case of bird flu linked to a backyard flock.
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Sen. Collins helps usher another Alzheimer’s bill into law
The Building Our Largest Dementia Infrastructure for Alzheimer’s Reauthorization Act of 2024, which was signed into law Wednesday, renews and expands federal funding opportunities for dementia care and support.
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Milk chocolate or dark? The answer could affect your risk of diabetes.
A new study published Wednesday is one of the few to specifically compare dark and milk chocolate.
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As more older adults live alone, resources are cropping up to help them
There are several Facebook groups for solo agers, as well as in-person groups springing up across the country, conferences and webinars, a national clearinghouse of resources and an expanding array of books on the topic.