by hanna | Apr 17, 2019 | Physical Health
Flossing, brushing, and rinsing are done every day to keep mouths clean and breath fresh. But did you know the importance of wearing a mouthguard? The Why More than five million teeth are damaged every year, many during sports activities. Wearing a mouthguard prevents...
by hanna | Mar 18, 2019 | Physical Health
The Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is a group of over 150 viruses which may be spread through open-mouth kissing, intimate skin-to-skin contact, and direct sexual contact. In fact, it’s the most common sexually transmitted disease in the U.S. One way to ensure staying...
by hanna | Mar 13, 2019 | Events, General News
The University of Maine Cooperative Extension is hosting “Cooking Matters for Parents,” a nutrition education class funded by the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program. In this class, parents will learn how to cook new recipes, choose healthy foods, save money...
by hanna | Feb 18, 2019 | Awareness, Nutrition
Join DFD all month long in celebrating National Nutrition Month! A foundation of good nutrition habits is key in preventing disease, staying healthy, and living a longer life. Did you know? 65% of Mainers are obese or overweight By 2030, half of all Americans will be...
by hanna | Jan 18, 2019 | Awareness, Physical Health
Join DFD on February 1 as we wear red to raise awareness of the #1 killer of women: heart disease. Let’s fight together for our mothers, sisters, aunts and loved ones against this growing epidemic. Did You Know? Only 54% of women know heart disease is their #1 killer....
by jennie | Oct 9, 2018 | Awareness, Physical Health
The Influenza virus infects the nose, throat, and lungs. It can keep you in bed for weeks or even develop into a severe respiratory illness that requires hospitalization. Make sure you and your family stay flu-free this season. Avoid the flu: Get the flu shot. Cover...
by jennie | Aug 29, 2018 | Events, General News
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 2017 Dempsey Challenge takes place in...
by jennie | Aug 29, 2018 | Awareness, General News
DFD’s helpful tips for a fun and safe school year. Class is back in session and DFD is here to help get your child;s school year off to a safe and healthy start. Your child’s backpack should: Have a padded back Have wide, padded shoulder straps Be the...
by jennie | Aug 20, 2018 | Awareness, General News
August is National Immunization Awareness Month and DFD wants to highlight the importance of vaccination for people of all ages. Vaccines help prevent dangerous and sometimes deadly diseases. How does a vaccine work? Vaccines are made from the same germs that cause...
by jennie | Jul 23, 2018 | Events, General News
This August we celebrate National Health Center Week to raise awareness of the important role health centers play in our communities. Health centers serve 27 million patients in the United States, which is about one in fifteen people who utilize health centers as...
