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KVHC Thanks John "Jack" Phipps for Making a Difference
PATTEN -- You Make the Difference, reads the plaque Katahdin Valley Health Center's (KVHC) Chief Executive Office Durward Humphrey and KVHC Board Chair Linda Goodall presented to John 'Jack' Phipps at its recent Board of Directors meeting held at KVHC's Patten medical clinic.
Apr 8, 2008 - 10:05:07 PM
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American Cancer Society Katahdin Kick-Off Event Rescheduled
Due to the inclement weather, the American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Katahdin kick-off event has been rescheduled from today, February 27, to March 6, 2008.
Feb 27, 2008 - 9:27:40 AM
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American Cancer Society to Begin New Program for Cancer Patients: Volunteer Patient Navigator Training to be Held in Lincoln
BANGOR -- More than 7,000 Maine residents are living with cancer every day. Because of advances in medical research, more treatment options are available. But there are times when navigating the health care system feels like being lost in the woods without a map or compass to guide you. It does not need to be that way.
Feb 23, 2008 - 10:10:29 PM
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Declines in Colon Cancer Incidence and Mortality Highlight the Importance of Screening Tests
TOPSHAM -- American Cancer Society emphasizes importance of access to screening for colon cancer during National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month.
Feb 23, 2008 - 9:56:33 PM
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American Cancer Society's Free Summer Camps in New England for Kids with Cancer
Topsham -- Kids just want to have fun and it's no different for kids with cancer. Through our three New England camp programs, the American Cancer Society offers a place where kids who have cancer can join in dozens of fun activities, meet other kids and families and feel more confident about living with cancer- and all our camps are free!
Feb 22, 2008 - 9:15:39 AM
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American Cancer Society's "Look Good...Feel Better" Program Seeking Volunteer Cosmetologists
BANGOR -- The American Cancer Society is looking for licensed cosmetologists in the Bangor area who are interested in becoming trained volunteers for its Look Good...Feel Better program. Hair stylists, wig experts, and estheticians are invited to a free training session on Saturday, March 3 from 12:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Eastern Maine Medical Center on State Street in Bangor. Current volunteers who are due for recertification are encouraged to attend as well. A light lunch will be provided.
Feb 12, 2008 - 10:03:27 AM
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American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Katahdin Kick-Off Rally Scheduled for February 25
MILLINOCKET -- Join millions of other American Cancer Society Relay For Life participants across the country in the fight against cancer. Find out how to get involved in the annual Relay For Life of Katahdin at a Relay Rally on Wednesday, February 27, 2008 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Stearns High School library located at 155 State Street in Millinocket.
Jan 29, 2008 - 7:39:59 AM
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KVHC Employees Share Thanksgiving
PATTEN -- Katahdin Valley Health Center (KVHC) employees joined together to share Thanksgiving with others in the communities that KVHC serves. Together, KVHC employees donated $450; KVHC generously matched each dollar that employees contributed.
Nov 21, 2007 - 10:17:03 PM
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Eastern Maine AIDS Network Hosts World AIDS Day Event in Bangor
BANGOR -- In observance of World AIDS Day on December 1st, Eastern Maine AIDS Network (EMAN) is hosting an evening of reflection and remembrance.
Nov 16, 2007 - 7:36:00 PM
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Kids Ski for Kids: Help Raise Funds for Cancer Care with Shawnee Peak
BRIDGTON -- Shawnee Peak is celebrating its 70th year this upcoming season. To honor their mission of providing healthy recreation to families throughout Maine and New Hampshire they have announced a special fundraising initiative called, "Kids Ski for Kids."
Nov 7, 2007 - 3:30:30 AM
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Maine Tobacco Free Hospital Network Presents Local Hospitals with Gold Star Awards for Tobacco-Free Policies
TOPSHAM -- The Maine Tobacco Free Hospital Network (MTFHN), in conjunction with the American Cancer Society's Great American Smokeout, will present 10 Maine hospitals with Gold Star Awards for demonstrated leadership in and progress toward adopting exemplary tobacco-free policies that protect the health of their patients, staff, and community.
Nov 5, 2007 - 7:48:46 PM
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American Cancer Society Seeks Volunteers, Relay for Life Teams in Greater Millinocket Area
MILLINOCKET -- The American Cancer Society is looking for volunteers and teams for the first Relay For Life to be held in Millinocket. Organizers are holding a meeting at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday , October 30, at Stearns High School Media Center to share with residents the importance of Relay For Life in saving lives from cancer.
Oct 27, 2007 - 10:57:10 PM
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11th Annual Buddy Walk for Down Syndrome
Reflections of Angels Down Syndrome Support, in conjunction with UCP of Maine will host the 11th annual Buddy Walk in Bangor Maine on Oct. 13 from 1-4 PM at Cascade Park in Bangor. We would like to extend an invitation to join this very worthwhile walk and help us spread the word about Down syndrome in our community.
Aug 24, 2007 - 10:19:22 AM
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Local Survivors Attend Fifth Annual Northern Maine Living With Cancer Conference
MILLINOCKET -- The American Cancer Society’s Fifth Annual Northern Maine Living With Cancer Conference, scheduled to take place on September 8 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Houlton Regional Hospital, is a free, daylong program for cancer patients, family members, caregivers, and medical professionals.
Aug 21, 2007 - 2:25:40 PM
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Participants Sought for Research Project on Domestic Abuse and Mental Health Counseling
PORTLAND -- Family Crisis Services, a nonprofit provider of services to domestic abuse victims/survivors, and the University of New England are currently interviewing domestic violence victims/survivors for a research initiative aimed at measuring the effect of mental health counseling on victim safety.
Aug 10, 2007 - 10:38:03 AM
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HRH & KVHC Announce New Collaboration
HOULTON -- Houlton Regional Hospital (HRH) and Katahdin Valley Health Center (KVHC) are collaborating to optimize area occupational medical services for the people of the Greater Houlton Region.
Aug 5, 2007 - 7:56:39 AM
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KVHC - Your Health Care Home - Celebrates National Health Center Week
PATTEN -- Each year the second week of August is a special week dedicated to recognizing the service and contributions of Community, Migrant, Homeless and Public Housing Health Centers. America's Health Centers "Your Health Care Home" is the theme for National Health Center Week 2007.
Aug 4, 2007 - 11:23:42 PM
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KVHC Offers New Prescription Refill Center
PATTEN -- Katahdin Valley Health Center (KVHC) has a new AccessCenter to assist patients with prescription refills.
Jul 18, 2007 - 6:08:59 PM
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Hospital Wins Patient Satisfaction Award
LINCOLN -- Penobscot Valley Hospital is being recognized as a national leader in healthcare service quality. Avatar International, Inc. presented the award this week to the Lincoln Hospital for "exceeding patient expectations". Avatar International is a surveying organization utilized by many hospitals to measure patient satisfaction.
Jul 18, 2007 - 5:57:37 PM
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KVHC Welcomes Stan Pettegrow, LCSW
PATTEN -- Katahdin Valley Health Center (KVHC), with healthcare facilities in Patten, Houlton, Island Falls and Millinocket, is pleased to welcome Stanley O. Pettegrow, L.C.S.W. to its organization.
Jul 18, 2007 - 5:41:33 PM
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Penobscot Valley Hospital: Important Changes in Your Medicare Rights
LINCOLN -- Penobscot Valley Hospital in Lincoln wants to make sure all patients understand their discharge rights. That's why the facility is working to educate patients about what to do if they believe they are being discharged too early.
Jun 27, 2007 - 8:43:19 PM
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KVHC Awards Scholarships
PATTEN -- Katahdin Valley Health Center (KVHC), headquartered in Patten, Maine, today announced the recipients of the KVHC 2007 scholarships.
Jun 8, 2007 - 9:31:30 AM
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KVHC Receives $50,000 from Stephen and Tabitha King Foundation
PATTEN -- Katahdin Valley Health Center (KVHC), headquartered in Patten, Maine, has received a $50,000 grant donation from the Stephen and Tabitha King Foundation of Bangor.
May 30, 2007 - 4:52:18 PM
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New Chief of the Medical Staff at PVH
LINCOLN -- Penobscot Valley Hospital has a new medical staff leader. Todd O’Brien, DPM has been elected President of the PVH Medical Staff at the Lincoln facility.
May 22, 2007 - 11:35:08 AM
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Introduction to Infant Mental Health
BANGOR -- The Penquis Child Care Resource Development Center is offering an "Introduction to Infant Mental Health: Issues and Practice" training on June 22, 23 and July 14 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Penquis CAP, 262 Harlow Street, Bangor.
May 15, 2007 - 10:19:40 PM
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KVHC Announces Organizational Changes
PATTEN -- Dr. Blagdon to practice in Patten and Houlton. Dr. Sardina and Eliza Currie, PA-C provide medical services in Millinocket. KVHC adds pediatrics to Houlton Clinic.
May 11, 2007 - 8:53:28 PM
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Jackie Blanchard and Wayne Ireland to Serve as Honorary Co-Chairs for the American Cancer Society Relay For Life
OLD TOWN -- The American Cancer Society has selected Jackie Blanchard and Wayne Ireland to serve as honorary chair for this year’s Old Town Relay For Life.
May 11, 2007 - 5:55:05 PM
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Health Centers Mark Cover the Uninsured Week
PATTEN -- Cover the Uninsured campaign focuses on helping America’s uninsured children.
Apr 24, 2007 - 2:22:32 PM
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April is Occupational Therapy Month
Have you ever said to yourself, "If only I could do to all the things I used to be able to do before I got hurt"... Or, "Why does it seem that Billy isn’t functioning to grade level? These are just two out of many scenarios in which Occupational Therapy can help.
Apr 21, 2007 - 11:34:31 AM
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Conference on Domestic and Sexual Abuse, May 8
MILLINOCKET -- A Community Conference on Domestic and Sexual Abuse is being held May 8, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at I Care Ministries, 45 Spring Street, Millinocket. The conference is open to all Maine residents interested in learning how their communities can better respond to domestic and sexual abuse.
Apr 17, 2007 - 9:32:47 PM
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Consumers of Mental Health Services: Be the Change You Want to See
BANGOR -- Are you a consumer of mental health services? If so, be sure to attend the free Consumer Council Conference at the Bangor Motor Inn on April 25th from 9 AM to 4:30 PM. Lunch and snacks are provided. Mileage reimbursement for consumers is available. Funding for the conferences is provided by the DHHS, Office of Adult Mental Health Services.
Apr 11, 2007 - 10:04:12 AM
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Married Gays Die 24 Years Younger
PHILADELPHIA, PA -- Marriage between a man and woman seems to result in longer life for both. Does it work that way for gay marriage?
Apr 5, 2007 - 8:30:19 AM
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New Video Fights Underage Drinking
LINCOLN -- The Penobscot County Sheriff’s Department, Penobscot Valley Hospital, Millinocket Regional Hospital, S.P.R.I.N.T. for Life, WABI-TV5, and many other local coalitions, law enforcement agencies, school districts, media, and other agencies have come together to make a video describing the real-life dangers of underage drinking.
Apr 2, 2007 - 1:05:34 PM
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Volunteers Needed for American Cancer Society Relay For Life
OLD TOWN -- Walkers, cancer survivors (anyone who has ever been diagnosed with cancer), community leaders, team captains, and dedicated workers are all needed to make the American Cancer Society Relay For Life a reality in Old Town.
Mar 22, 2007 - 8:59:15 AM
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Dr. Mathew and Dr. Jacob Renew KVHC Dental Contracts
MILLINOCKET -- Katahdin Valley Health Center, with offices in Patten, Houlton, Island Falls and Millinocket, is pleased to announce that Lisa Jacob, D.D.S., M.S. and Bibby Mathew, D.M.D. have renewed their employment contracts with KVHC.
Mar 2, 2007 - 10:16:56 PM
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KVHC Installs New Vital Signs Monitoring Equipment
PATTEN -- Katahdin Valley Health Center (KVHC), headquartered in Patten, Maine, has received a $15,000 grant from Health Services Foundation (HSF) of Houlton. These funds enabled KVHC to purchase automated vital signs monitoring equipment for its four medical clinics in Millinocket, Patten, Island Falls and Houlton, and its dental clinic in Millinocket.
Feb 14, 2007 - 2:46:07 PM
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Joseph Sardina, M.D. Joins KVHC
MILLINOCKET / PATTEN -- Katahdin Valley Health Center, with healthcare facilities in Millinocket, Patten, Houlton and Island Falls, is pleased to announce that Joseph A. Sardina, M.D. has joined its medical staff as a physician and medical director.
Jan 23, 2007 - 11:38:11 PM
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Colleen Folsom, R.N. Joins KVHC
PATTEN/HOULTON -- Katahdin Valley Health Center (KVHC), with facilities in Houlton, Island Falls, Millinocket and Patten, Maine, announces the addition of Colleen Folsom, R.N. of Houlton to its staff.Colleen joined the health center team on January 15 as a Registered Nurse, working at the Center’s medical offices in Patten and Houlton.
Jan 19, 2007 - 1:39:06 PM
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TeenScreen - The Last Straw
The TeenScreen program is in big trouble.
Jan 15, 2007 - 11:23:57 AM
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Physician Assistant Eliza Currie Joins KVHC
MILLINOCKET/PATTEN -- Katahdin Valley Health Center (KVHC), with facilities in Houlton, Island Falls, Millinocket and Patten, Maine, is pleased to announce the addition of certified physician assistant, Eliza Currie, to its staff in Millinocket and Patten.
Jan 14, 2007 - 11:52:06 AM
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