It will help provide them with a sense of purpose and empower them not to become victims of circumstance.
Health
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Insight: Don’t forget to laugh
Research shows that laughing is good for your mind and your body.
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Posted inHealth, Kennebec Journal, Local & State, Morning Sentinel
Top MaineGeneral officials expect uptick in COVID cases because of holidays
MaineGeneral Health’s chief executive officer, Chuck Hays, and Steve Diaz, the health system’s chief medical officer, urge people to follow safety protocol and not to spend holidays with anyone they don’t live with, except virtually.
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As COVID-19 cases hit record levels in Maine, models predict numbers will get even worse
Hospitals say they’re prepared to meet demand, and the Maine CDC says the state will act to ensure that the medical system isn’t overwhelmed.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-Eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: On National Take a Hike Day, make a plan to explore Maine trails this winter
In a year when we have not been able to gather with family and friends as we used to, our trail system can bring us together safely.
Posted inHealth
COVID-19 inpatients increasing rapidly, especially at hospitals in central and eastern Maine
MaineGeneral in Augusta, the state’s busiest hospital for coronavirus, hits an all-time peak.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Commentary: We can’t ignore wildfires’ dangers to people with chronic illnesses
My autoimmune disease symptoms are flaring uncontrollably from the smoke, and I’m not alone in my plight.
Posted inLocal & State
Despite viral, environmental setbacks, Canaan farm sells pumpkins to benefit Make-A-Wish
The Ring family farm is selling pumpkins, with all proceeds helping Make-A-Wish Foundation of Maine, in the face of the challenges of the pandemic and drought.
Posted inMorning Sentinel, News, Schools and Education
As central Maine schools reopen, kinks and lessons but no major reopening obstacles
Students are adapting to new health and safety rules as in-person instruction resumes amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Maeghan Maloney: Teens and young adults need to know the dangers of vaping
A lot of young people aren’t aware that vape and e-cigarette products pose a serious threat to their health.