The link between stress and memory loss
Research shows that too much stress may affect memory. What happens and what can you do to reduce stress? Find out in this Catching Health blog post.
Women. This is what you need to know to defend yourselves
Be confident, be aware, be strong, be prepared. Then go for the vision, wind, and limbs. Self-defense lessons from a police officer that could save your life.
Found at the farmers market: Unusual cukes, peppers, tomatillos and something sweet
A few weeks ago, I introduced you to Jamaican Burr Gherkins and now I’ve got a few more interesting vegetables to share with you. All from the Farmers Market in Burlington, Vermont.
A conversation about suicide. Why there are no right or wrong words
If you’re worried that someone is contemplating suicide, there are no right or wrong words. What’s important is to say something. Learn more in this podcast with psychiatrist Dr. Marc Kaplan, Medical Director at Sweetser.
Squat to stand: A fitness tip from Andy
Looking for a fitness move that doesn’t require a lot of hard work or time? Here’s a quick one that just might do the trick.
What you may not know about sleep apnea
The stereotype of someone with sleep apnea is a middle-aged obese man. Those two factors certainly increase the risk, but sleep apnea can occur in anyone, at any age. The American Sleep Apnea Association recently conducted a survey that helps increase our understanding of the many challenges associated with sleep apnea, which is far more common than you may rea
Why 16 weeks of paid parental leave made sense to a Portland, Maine law firm
A Portland law firm recently expanded its parental leave benefits to be more inclusive and more flexible and to provide more time off (with pay) for new parents. It now has what it considers an extremely progressive policy.
Learning about leukemia the hardest way
Sometimes, it only takes seconds for life to change dramatically. That is all it took for the Cochrane family. A day that began like any other ended in a nightmare and has not been the same since.
Living with grief: What to say to someone who is grieving
Have you ever wanted to say something to someone who is grieving but don’t? You can’t find the right words so you say nothing. In the final segment of Living with Grief, we get some loving words of advice from several people who are grieving the loss of a loved one.
Take a walk, learn some Maine history
Did you know that Maine played a significant role in the production of gunpowder during the Civil War? I discovered this bit of history while walking on a beautiful trail in Gorham.
