MaineHealth Franklin Hospital

01/22/2026

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

01/21/2026

Time is running out! The drawing for the 2-year Sugarloaf Season Pass is January 24! Pass includes unlimited skiing and riding at Sugarloaf and unlimited Nordic skiing at the Sugarloaf Outdoor Center with NO blackout dates! Pass is valid for the 2026/27 and 2027/28 ski seasons.

Each set of three tickets is $25 or one for $10. All proceeds will benefit the Sugarloaf Charity Summit with funds raised directly supporting Franklin Hospital's Martha B. Webber Breast Care Center, along with Maine Cancer Foundation and the Dempsey Center.

Pass is for one person and the winner may choose to keep for themselves or may gift to someone else.

To purchase tickets at MaineHealth Franklin Hospital, contact Piper Wark in advance by emailing piper.wark@mainehealth.org

To learn more visit https://bit.ly/4gATBq9

01/20/2026

Please join us in welcoming Dr. Emily Young to the Emergency Department at MaineHealth Franklin Hospital.

Dr. Young and her family recently moved to Farmington from Montana, where she completed her Family Medicine Residency. She earner her medical degree from the Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

Dr. Young says, "I enjoy the challenge of emergency medicine, where time and resources can be limited and problems are often complex. I believe in teamwork and strive to bring together staff, family and patients in care plans." She also draws on her family medicine background to provide compassionate care to patients of all ages, especially women and children.

As a member of our team, Dr. Young also joins a large network of exceptional health care professionals across the MaineHealth system. For more information about emergency care at Franklin, visit: https://bit.ly/4iN4t65

01/20/2026

From 28 partners in 2006 to 727 programs in 2025 🎉

When Let’s Go! began, our mission was simple: meet families where they live, learn, work, and play—and make healthy eating and active living easier for everyone with 5-2-1-0 evidence-based message.

20 years later, we’ve reached hundreds of thousands of people, helping make the healthy choice the right choice.

✨ Celebrate 20 years with us and see how far we’ve come:

👉 letsgo.org/20years

01/17/2026

MaineHealth Franklin Hospital is offering a two-class Childbirth Education series for expectant parents on Sunday, February 1, and Tuesday, February 3.

This in-person series, held at the Family Birth Center, is designed to help families feel prepared and confident for birth and newborn care. The Sunday session runs from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and focuses on labor, delivery, comfort measures, birth options, and postpartum care. The Tuesday evening session runs from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. and includes newborn education and a Q&A with a pediatric provider. A tour of the unit is also included.

The cost for the two-class series is $40, payable by cash or check on the day of class. Classes are taught by Ashley Roy, RNC-OB.

Additional 2026 class dates are planned for April, June, August, October, and late November/early December.

To register, please call the Family Birth Center at (207) 779-2295 or visit https://bit.ly/49wvruE for more information.

01/15/2026

Don't miss your chance to win a 2-year Sugarloaf Season Pass!

$10 per ticket or 3 for $25
Drawing: January 24, 2026
NO blackout dates for 2026/27 and 2027/28 seasons

Every ticket sold supports Franklin Hospital's Martha B. Webber Breast Care Center and the fight against cancer through the Sugarloaf Charity Summit.

Purchase tickets at Franklin Hospital by emailing piper.wark@mainehealth.org

Learn more:

Green-Blue Hope of the Slopes: Win A 2-year Sugarloaf Seasons Pass Winner drawn on January 24, 2026. Tickets are available for a two-year Sugarloaf Season Pass* that includes unlimited skiing and riding at Sugarloaf and unlimited Nordic skiing at the Sugarloaf Outdoor Center with NO blackout dates.....

01/14/2026

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01/13/2026

Flu cases are on the rise, and we want you and your loved ones to be protected. Wash your hands often, stay home if you are feeling sick, and keep up to date on your flu vaccines. Learn more at MaineHealth.org/Flu

01/12/2026

Join Us Tomorrow!

MaineHealth Franklin Hospital is hosting an in-person event for community members interested in learning about our career opportunities, both clinical and non-clinical. Meet our team who can provide more information on MaineHealth pathways, benefits, training programs and how to apply for open positions.

📅 Date: Tuesday, January 13
🕒 Time: 3:00 – 6:00 p.m.
📍 Location: MaineHealth Franklin Hospital Campus (Bass Room), 111 Franklin Health Commons, Farmington, ME 04938

01/11/2026

Did you know? When you support the Sugarloaf Charity Summit, you're supporting YOUR local hospital.

The Martha B. Webber Breast Care Center at Franklin Hospital offers timely access to 3D screening, diagnostic services, and compassionate care support in Farmington and Livermore Falls. Our dedicated team guides each patient through every step of their journey.

The Charity Summit has raised over $4 million, and this year, your donation helps ensure our community has access to the best breast cancer care close to home.

Whether you ski, bid at the gala, or simply donate, you're helping your neighbors when they need it most.

Learn more: sugarloafcharitysummit.org
Donate and register today: mainecancer.donordrive.com/SLCC26

01/09/2026

Tickets are available for a two-year Sugarloaf Season Pass that includes unlimited skiing and riding at Sugarloaf and unlimited Nordic skiing at the Sugarloaf Outdoor Center with NO blackout dates! Pass is valid for the 2026/27 and 2027/28 ski seasons! Each set of three tickets is $25 or one for $10. Drawing will take place on Saturday, January 24 and winner will be notified by phone or email. All proceeds will benefit the Sugarloaf Charity Summit with funds raised directly supporting Franklin Hospital's Martha B. Webber Breast Care Center, along with Maine Cancer Foundation and the Dempsey Center.

Pass is for one person and the winner may choose to keep for themselves or may gift to someone else.

To purchase tickets at MaineHealth Franklin Hospital, contact Piper Wark in advance by emailing piper.wark@mainehealth.org

To learn more visit https://bit.ly/4gATBq9

01/08/2026

Right here in Franklin County, MaineHealth Community Paramedicine is bringing quality care directly into patients' homes.

After a fall left Virginia Dahlgren managing her recovery alone in rural Franklin County, Advanced EMT Emily Hargreaves began visiting her every Wednesday, checking vitals, reviewing medications, and providing the trusted support that's helped Virginia regain her confidence and independence.

"It makes a difference every time they come," Virginia says. "They make me feel safe."

The MaineHealth Community Paramedicine program bridges gaps in access to care for rural and underserved communities across Maine. In just 56 days in 2024, the program provided over 300 in-home visits and prevented 92 emergency department visits—all while delivering compassionate, personalized care where it's needed most.

This innovative approach is proof of what's possible when health care meets patients where they are.

Read Virginia's full story and learn more about how Community Paramedicine is making a difference: https://bit.ly/4q2jJyo