Cold River Health

12/05/2024

Feeling festive! Our office neighbor, Joyce, has wreaths for sale -check them out the next time you are here! We appreciate her keeping an eye on the building and making sure we are informed about any power outages. We are so lucky to be in this wonderful community!

11/11/2024

With the deepest honor and respect for your service, thank you, veterans.

11/06/2024

There is a place for you at Cold River Health where you will receive quality, respectful, compassionate, and personalized primary care. Please reach out if you find yourself in crisis. There are a number of national crisis lines available, some tailored to specific vulnerable populations. This is by no means a comprehensive list but a place to start to know you are not alone.

10/27/2024

Lovell Drive Through Trick or Treating today from 3-5 pm. Come by and get some candy….if you dare!

09/28/2024

Maintaining social connections is associated with better health. Make sure to check on those in your community who may have become isolated due to health changes or aging, and you will also get health benefits from those connections!

Dr. Vivek Murthy said loneliness is a public health issue just like smoking and obesity.

08/17/2024

COVID is circulating at high levels right now. Wastewater testing indicates that 1 in 36 Americans are currently infected. While the current strains are not causing as many hospitalizations as earlier waves, it is still a disease that carries many risks and the potential for long term complications. Hopefully the newest vaccines will be available soon! Masking for those who choose to protect themselves and for those with a recent infection to protect others, testing, and staying home when sick are still vital steps to protect ourselves and our community.

The US Food and Drug Administration is poised to sign off as soon as next week on updated Covid-19 vaccines targeting more recently circulating strains of the virus, according to two sources familiar with the matter, as the country experiences its largest summer wave in two years.

08/07/2024

It’s summer and people are spending lots of time in the water. Please keep safety in mind when swimming or playing around water:

- Life vests even for experienced swimmers when out on open water
- Swim lessons at any age to learn to enjoy water safely
- CPR classes - check out Fryeburg Rescue for monthly CPR classes!
- Dedicated adult supervision when kids are playing in the water
- Choose brightly colored swimwear

This post is in memory of Gaby, my niece’s brother who tragically drowned on a camping trip 4 years ago while trying to swim across a river with his friends. The world lost a bright light.

07/20/2024

Lovell Old Home Days at the rec fields. Come down and cheer on the runners, enjoy the parade, and stop in for a free drink and ring toss at our tent!

07/19/2024

How wonderful that GLLT had made an accessible trail so more people can enjoy the outdoors! And it’s right down the road from the office. Get out an hike on your way to your appointment!

Join GLLT for the grand opening of the Accessible Trail at Kezar River Reserve this Sunday at 2:30 pm!

Please park at the old Wicked Good Store across the street. Handicapped parking is available at the trailhead.

06/01/2024

Guns are the leading cause of pediatric death in the US. If you have an unwanted gun in your home, here is an opportunity to get rid of it safely and have the metal repurposed for good. Let’s not lose any more children to guns.

Gun Give Back Day: June 1, 2024 MGSCF collaborates with local law enforcement in numerous communities across Maine to host Gun Give Back Day, providing an opportunity for residents to turn in unwanted guns and ammunition. Our next biennial Gun Give Back Day will be June 1, 2024, 10 am - 2 pm.Departm...

05/04/2024

Don’t forget Valley Pride day tomorrow, May 4. Getting outside and beautifying the community is good for the mind and body!