Inland Hospital invites women to annual health fair

Inland Hospital is celebrating 17 years of commitment to the women of the greater Waterville area through its annual World of Women’s Wellness health event on Saturday, April 5 from 9am – 2pm at Thomas College in Waterville.

Women of all ages are invited to attend this free event. Inland and dozens of local organizations collaborate to offer free health screenings, wellness information and resources, interactive cooking and exercise demonstrations, delicious food samples, gifts and door prizes.

The event gives women the opportunity to gain new wellness information and learn ways to easily adopt lifestyle habits that help improve their health and quality of life. This year’s theme, “It’s a Jungle Out There!” encourages exhibitors to provide information on safely navigating healthcare and everyday life in a fun and interactive manor.

Release Date - Mar/07/2014

Announcing a new Heart event!

In recognition of National Heart Month, Inland invites the community to a special heart to heart talk on Wednesday, February 19, 4:30-6:00pm at the Best Western Plus on Main Street in Waterville, off Exit 130.

Heart to Heart is free for the community - with a focus on those with cardiac issues (and their loved ones) interested in improving their heart health.

Release Date - Feb/06/2014

Do you have your ducks in a row?

Tips to get the most out of your primary care visit!

1. Review the written summary you received after your last primary care visit.
2. Make notes about what you want to talk about with your provider. 
3. Make sure you have signed up for the patient portal so your provider can get results to you quickly.
4. Bring a list of the medications you are taking with doses and directions.
5. Let us know of any other medical providers you have seen since your last visit.

Release Date - Jan/22/2014

Save the date Women's Wellness

This year’s 17th annual event will be held on Saturday, April 5, 2014 at Thomas College in Waterville.

Each year, Inland Hospital invites Central Maine women to enjoy a day of wellness, pampering, and fun. The World of Women’s Wellness is free of charge and offers health screenings, healthy food, look-good elements such as free manicures, feel-good elements such as massage, exercise and cooking demonstrations, and dozens of informational booths. Join us from 9am - 2pm for a fun-filled, information packed event.

Release Date - Jan/20/2014

Five things every first aid kit should have

1. Antiseptic wash
   Apply first to the injury, because minor injuries can become as infectious as your child’s laughter. Follow it up with some antibiotic ointment as a second barrier to infection.
2. Ibuprofen and Acetaminophen
   To fight fever and pain, these should always be nearby.
3. Bandages of all sizes
   Your loved ones are one-of-a-kind, and their cuts and scrapes are no different. Make sure you have a variety of strip, pad, triangular and dot bandages – as well as rolls of gauze – to apply the proper pressure.
4. Sterile scissors
   For cutting bandages (remember what Mom always says – don’t run with them)
5. Instant cold compress
   This will provide immediate comfort to aches and sprains, and let you save those frozen peas for dinner.

Release Date - Jan/16/2014

Health Insurance Marketplace Questions

Do you have questions about signing up for health insurance using the new Health Insurance Marketplace? Individuals, families, and small businesses can use the Marketplace (part of the Affordable Care Act) to sign up for health insurance through the end of March. If you have questions about your options or need assistance finding a plan, several resources are available:

• Visit the government’s healthcare website at www.healthcare.gov or call 1-800-318-2596 for plan and cost information or to sign up for coverage.

Release Date - Jan/07/2014

Inland’s first baby of 2014

The Birthing Center at Inland Hospital welcomed its first baby of the New Year today at 12:33am. Sofia was born to Sylvia and James Childers of Dexter, seen in the photo with Sofia and their son, James Jr. The couple also has two teenage daughters.

Sylvia reports that she cried tears of joy when Sofia was born. “It was an overwhelming feeling of happiness,” beamed Sylvia. The Childers said the staff at the Birthing Center at Inland made their experience “awesome” and everyone treated them with kindness and courtesy, not to mention a great sense of humor.

Release Date - Jan/03/2014

Inland 2013 Annual Report released

Inland Hospital’s 2013 Annual Report and 2014 calendar is now available! Read about Inland’s successes in 2013, and enjoy our 2014 calendar with beautiful scenes from central Maine.

Copies of the Annual Report/Calendar were mailed to all homes in the Greater Waterville area. If you need an extra, contact inlandcr@emhs.org or visit www.inlandhospital.org (under the about us-get to know us tab) for a printable copy. Enjoy!

Release Date - Dec/17/2013

United Way honors Inland

At its annual Campaign Celebration last week, the United Way of Mid Maine awarded Inland Hospital with the prestigious Diamond Club Award for extraordinary commitment and contribution to the United Way. Inland employees raised more than $37,000 for the United Way during their annual Employee Campaign this fall with 60% employee participation.

At the awards ceremony, United Way leaders praised Inland’s dedicated United Way committee which includes co-chairs Hope Pendexter and Sam Stafford, Angela Leary, Jen Curry, Jessica Maguire, June Allan, Nicole Robertson, Arlene Jones, Melanie Cunningham, Caroline Crowell, Bob Chapman, Stephanie Blair, Laura Gilbert-Caret, Judy Gray, and Crystal Richard.

Release Date - Dec/16/2013

AmeriCorps VISTA and Site Coordinator for Let’s Go! Kennebec

Inland Hospital welcomes Laura Howell as an AmeriCorps VISTA and Site Coordinator for Let’s Go! Kennebec, a non-profit organization whose mission is to prevent childhood obesity. During the coming year, Laura will implement the Let’s Go! program and 5-2-1-0 messages in healthcare practices, schools, after school programs, and childcare facilities in the greater-Waterville area to promote healthy eating, physical activity, and childhood wellness.

Release Date - Dec/16/2013

Ground breaking for renovation of inpatient services

As dozens of Inland Hospital staff and community supporters looked on, Inland leaders held a ground breaking ceremony today to mark the start of a construction project that will modernize the hospital’s medical-surgical unit.