Feb 1, 2023 | Health News & Tips
Seasonal depression – also referred to as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) or the Winter Blues – is a form of depression that people experience during the fall and winter months. It affects a significant portion of the population and is more common in...
Jan 1, 2023 | Health News & Tips
As we head into the new year, you may be among the many people who choose to make a New Years Resolution. Often, these resolutions are health-focused: Losing weight, quitting smoking, and starting an exercise plan are among the most common ones. If you are looking to...
Dec 1, 2022 | Health News & Tips
For many, the holidays are a time filled with fun, friends and family, and good food. Don’t let illness or injury stand in the way of your holiday plans this year. Whether you are planning a low-key Christmas dinner with your immediate family or a huge holiday party,...
Nov 1, 2022 | Health News & Tips
It’s the most wonderful time of year again! Time to gather with your family and friends and share food, laughs, and precious memories that will hopefully last a lifetime. Though the holidays tend to be a beautiful and joyous time, they also present many hazards. In...
Oct 5, 2022 | Health News & Tips
Fall is officially here, and with Halloween at the end of the month, the holiday season is kicking off. Along with the holidays, there’s an increase in family gatherings, school parties, and other festivities. These gatherings increase our chances of becoming ill,...
Sep 23, 2022 | Uncategorized
To our Topsham patients Effective September 30, 2022, Maine Urgent Care at Topsham will be closing and consolidated into the Lewiston location at 685 Sabattus Street. It is our privilege to care for you and we look forward to serving you at our Lewiston or Family...
Sep 2, 2022 | Health News & Tips
The first day of school is right around the corner, and kids from different homes will once again congregate indoors in classrooms. This can be concerning for patents because of how quickly germs can spread between children. Common colds are very infectious because...
Aug 4, 2022 | Health News & Tips
The sun is an invaluable resource for many physical, emotional, and mental health needs. Sun exposure is scientifically proven to improve mood by encouraging serotonin release in the brain and subsequently helping depression symptoms. The sun also helps our skin...
Jul 3, 2022 | Health News & Tips
Every day what we choose to eat is very important, mainly because it fuels our bodies. However, what if we told you it was even more important to consider how that fuel is prepared? There are four general food safety rules that are important to follow, especially as...
Jun 9, 2022 | Health News & Tips
Fall is here, and for many of us it’s a time for school, playing sports, hiking, and exploring the great outdoors. However, these fun outdoor activities bring inevitable mishaps – kids, in particular, are susceptible to falling, which leads to scraped knees and...
