“Ten Tips for Adults” Nutrition Education Classes

“Ten Tips for Adults” Nutrition Education Classes

Now Open for Registration!   DFD Russell Medical Centers is excited to announce a new nutrition education series, “Ten Tips for Adults.” Educate yourself with healthy, affordable eating and nutrition habits that will benefit you and your entire family through...
Is Stress Harming Your Health?

Is Stress Harming Your Health?

Not only is stress a nuisance, it’s harmful to your health. Let’s talk about some common causes and treatments so you can be more present for the important things in your life. What is Stress? Stress is a natural response made by our central nervous system. Our brain...
3 Tips to Healthier Eating This Year

3 Tips to Healthier Eating This Year

The holiday season has officially ended—and with it all the rich, decadent foods. Whether you’ve made a New Year’s resolution or not, here are three tips to consider for healthier eating in 2020 and beyond.   Don’t Skip Meals You may think that since you ate so...
Are You Confused By Diabetes?

Are You Confused By Diabetes?

Let’s break down the basics of the three different types of diabetes.   Type 1 Diabetes Type 1 diabetes is usually diagnosed in early childhood or early adulthood. In Type 1, the body does not produce insulin. Insulin is a hormone needed in order to get...
Exercise-Induced Asthma or Vocal Cord Dysfunction?

Exercise-Induced Asthma or Vocal Cord Dysfunction?

Many young athletes are diagnosed with exercise-induced asthma but may, in fact, have vocal cord dysfunction. The problem? It is often difficult to differentiate between the two. There are multiple irritants in the air that can trigger breathing problems in young...
4 Most Common Types of Shoulder Injuries

4 Most Common Types of Shoulder Injuries

Shoulder injury is more common than you think, especially in relation to sports. Pitching a baseball, playing volleyball, taking a hit in football, constant swimming—all can result in some sort of damage to the shoulder. Now that fall is approaching, the potential for...
DFD: A Proud Community Health Center

DFD: A Proud Community Health Center

Community health centers are an important part of the healthcare system, serving rural and vulnerable neighborhoods. They are the providers of choice in medically underserved areas of the country. Maine is home to twenty community health centers with over seventy...
Are You Tick Smart?

Are You Tick Smart?

Ticks thrive in Maine’s wooded and unmaintained areas, such as high grass and leaf debris. They are particularly established in southern and coastal parts of the state. This year is an especially high-risk season but there’s no need to be afraid as long as you’re...