MaineHealth Mid Coast Hospital

03/16/2026

MaineHealth is helping open the door to careers in health care.
A new free CNA training program offers paid, hands-on experience while preparing participants for immediate employment in Maine hospitals and care settings. Programs like this help address workforce shortages while creating meaningful career pathways in our communities.

Read the story from NEWS CENTER Maine:

Staff at Maine Health say the six-week program aims to help fill staffing gaps at rural health care facilities throughout Maine with skilled caregivers.

03/09/2026

Food can be a powerful part of managing your health. MaineHealth Mid Coast Hospital’s Food is Medicine program helps patients with chronic conditions learn how healthy eating can support better health and quality of life.

Food is Medicine is a free 15-week program that includes:
🥗 Weekly bags of healthy food with recipes
👩‍🍳 Hands-on cooking classes to build skills and plan healthy meals

It's open to those who are:
• MaineHealth patients age 18+
• Living in the midcoast area
• Diagnosed with a chronic condition such as type 2 diabetes, obesity, high cholesterol, or high blood pressure
• Experiencing limited access to affordable healthy food

If you or someone you know could benefit from this program, we encourage you to learn more and see if you qualify. The next cohort begins on 4/7 and will be held at the MaineHealth Parkview Campus in Brunswick. For more information or to register, please email: midcoastchi@mainehealth.org or call 373-4513

03/05/2026

Colon cancer is preventable and treatable when you know the facts. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4aLwbOm

03/02/2026

The next Cardiac Support Group is coming up on Tuesday, March 10. This free support group is open to anyone who has experienced heart problems, and caregivers are welcome to join.
The group will meet from 1:30-2:30 pm at Cardiac & Pulmonary Rehab, at the MaineHealth Parkview Campus, 329 Maine Street in Brunswick. As a reminder, the group meets the second Tuesday of each month. For more info, visit https://bit.ly/4rELRsQ

02/27/2026

Do you know the risks of heart disease? Check out these common myths and get the facts on how to care for your cardiovascular health. ​

For more information, visit: mainehealth.org/heartdiseaseprevention

02/26/2026

📸 Walk with a Doc Photo Contest 🚶‍♀️

Where has Walk with a Doc taken you?

We’d love to see how this program fits into your life - whether you’re strolling along the coast, exploring a favorite trail, traveling somewhere new, or enjoying a special place close to home.

Snap a photo of yourself wearing your Walk with a Doc T-shirt in a location that’s meaningful to you and share the story behind it.

Don't have a T-shirt? Order yours here: https://bit.ly/4qWvBSw to pick up at Lifestyle Medicine, 329 Maine St. in Brunswick.

🏆 Prizes will be awarded!

Email your photo and a brief description to Estelle.Krestos@MaineHealth.org
We can’t wait to see where you’re walking!

02/24/2026

Support your well-being through writing. ✍️

Join Journaling for Better Health, a free three-week workshop led by Maine writer Sarah Kilch Gaffney, exploring journaling as a tool for self-care, reflection and overall health.

📅 Wednesdays, April 15, 22 & 29
🕠 5:30 – 7 p.m.

No writing experience needed. Participants will receive a journal to take home.

✅ Registration required: https://bit.ly/4qz6Njv
👥 Limited to 15 participants

02/23/2026

Due to the winter storm, all MaineHealth Mid Coast Hospital medical practices, therapy sites, Walk-In Clinic and the Parkview Campus will close at 3 p.m. today.
Hospital-based procedures, labs and radiology will all continue on a normal schedule. As always, the Emergency Department remains open 24/7 for your critical health care needs.

02/20/2026

At Let’s Go!, we don’t just deliver programs - we empower people. 💙

For 20 years we have helped families build healthier, more active lives, creating lasting habits. Our impact doesn’t stop with kids and families. We empower parents, caregivers, teachers, and community leaders to model healthy living, creating a confident, inspiring ripple effect across communities.

Hear from a former Let's Go! coordinator, in her own words, about that impact and seeing 5-2-1-0 in action. https://bit.ly/4qJ85Zk

02/17/2026

Exciting news! Maine residents planning to begin nursing school in fall 2026 may be eligible for a $5,000 scholarship through the FedPoint Nursing Scholarship Program. The scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors, adult learners and individuals making a career change. Applications are due March 20. For more information about eligibility, requirements, and the application process, please visit:

FedPoint Nursing Scholarship Program is intended to help attract qualified candidates to the profession

02/14/2026

It's ! From your daily decisions about the food you eat to seeking care from trusted heart care experts, MaineHealth is helping you be your healthiest self.

Show your heart some love and learn more about heart disease prevention: MaineHealth.org/HeartDiseasePrevention

02/13/2026

Noticing a cough, fever or flu-like symptoms? Most people can manage their symptoms at home, but if you do have questions or concerns, contact your primary care provider or get same-day care with a Virtual Quick Care telehealth appointment. For more tips on managing this flu season, visit MaineHealth.org/Flu