Wellness Blog
For better health and well-being.
At DFD Russell Medical Centers we are dedicated to providing you with health tips, expert advice, and wellness insights. Whether you’re looking for practical ways to enhance your daily routine, information on managing chronic conditions, or inspiration for a healthier lifestyle, our blog is your go-to resource for all things wellness.
Open Enrollment Community Event
Do you have questions about the Federal Healthcare Marketplace? How do I enroll or re-enroll? Which healthcare plan will work best for me? What is the penalty if I do not want to enroll? Join DFD's Certified Application Counselors for a free information session to...
Diabetes Prevention Program at DFD
DFD is hosting a diabetes prevention program, also known as PreventT2, beginning Wednesday, November 15, at 5 pm at DFD Medical Center in Leeds. This free program is open to people with prediabetes to help them make healthy, long-term changes to prevent or delay the...
Have a Spooktacular Halloween!
[NoImgStyle][/NoImgStyle] Share these tips with your little ghosts, zombies, princesses, and superheroes to have a fun, safe, and happy Halloween. 1.) Use a flashlight while trick-or-treating to help you see and others see you. 2.) Eat only factory-wrapped treats....
DFD Takes the 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 2017 Dempsey Challenge takes place in...
DFD + The Pixel Fund
DFD Russell Medical Center is partnering with The Pixel Fund to promote dogs in need of homes in Maine. The Pixel Fund is a nonprofit established to raise needed funds to support animal rescue and advocacy groups with “paws on the ground”. The Pixel Fund works to save...
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...
DFD’s Summer Safety Guide
Tips for a fun and safe summer. Water Safety Enroll kids in swim lessons. Risk of drowning is decreased by as much as 88% when children ages 1-4 take swimming lessons. Swim with a buddy. It's a best practice for swimmers of all ages and abilities. Enter the water feet...
Spring Clean Your Health
You've scrubbed the floors, put away winter clothing and now it's time to tidy up your health! Follow our tips below to give your health a fresh spring start. Clean your home for your health: Go through your medicine cabinet and safely dispose* of any prescription...
DFD Raising Awareness: Colorectal Cancer
Did you know that 1 in 20 people will develop colorectal cancer? Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths, but if caught early it's treatable and can even be curable. Some symptoms of colorectal cancer can include: A change in bowel...
Responsible Prescribing
DFD is working to keep our community safe. DFD has been diligently managing the opioid crisis, leading the medical community in responsible prescribing. By taking proactive steps we are able to achieve goals of ensuring responsible, safe, and effective prescribing of...