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Back-to-school season … it’s not just for kids anymore! As summer comes to a close, our focus may be on getting our children back to school for the new year. However, children aren’t the only ones going back to school this fall. An increasing percentage of undergraduate college students are adults who are 25 years and older and are either going to college for the first time or after an extended break from school. This can be an exciting time, but also stressful. Want to learn more about how to make your return to school more successful? https://ow.ly/SuUg50Tk0Yp

We so appreciate our employees! Can you spot anyone you know? Last week, our employees took a few minutes out of their day to enjoy some yummy food and get a chance to catch up with one another. Some were even able to get their flu shots before jumping in line for tacos. Let's give our hardworking employees some love with a kind word or a simple like below.

September 11th will always be a day remembered for tragedy and loss. As we reflect on the thousands of lives lost on this day, let's also remember the strength and resilience of a nation that came together in the darkest of times. Let's take a moment to honor their memory. #NeverForget #September11th

Today, on World Suicide Prevention Day, let's gather together to spread love, hope and support for those struggling with mental health. Share some love ❤️ below to honor those we've lost and stand in solidarity with those seeking help. You are not alone! Let's break the stigma #SuicidePrevention #YouAreNotAlone #NorthernLightHealth

‼️ VIRTUAL HIRING EVENT ‼️ RNs, CNAs, and Rad Techs are invited to a virtual hiring event with Northern Light Maine Coast Hospital and Northern Light Blue Hill Hospital. When: Tuesday, September 24 Time: 9 am - 5 pm Register: https://lnkd.in/euYrV4pm We can't wait to meet you!

Today, on World Suicide Prevention Day, let's gather together to spread love, hope and support for those struggling with mental health. Share some love with a simple heart ❤️ below to honor those we've lost and stand in solidarity with those seeking help. You are not alone! Let's break the stigma! #SuicidePrevention #YouAreNotAlone #NorthernLightHealth

Today is National Physical Therapy Day! They help us get back on track when our bodies need some extra TLC or tough love. Here's to all our wonderful physical therapists who keep us moving. Let's send a high five to all our favorite physical therapy peeps. 🖐 high five below to send some love. ❤️ #physicaltherapy #highfiveteam #NorthernLightHealth

Nationally overdose deaths were down about 3% in 2023 compared to the year before, and in Maine that number is closer to a 16% decrease in deaths. Of the 4,276 non-fatal overdoses so far this year, 21% were reversed through the use of Narcan, saving 951 lives! Northern Light Blue Hill Hospital's Mike Murnik, MD, senior physician executive, discusses the opioid epidemic in Maine, and what we need to do collectively to combat it. https://ow.ly/7WZP50Tgprm

Look at all the fun and exciting things that are going on in September! We can’t wait to see you out at these events planned throughout the state. If you’re heading to any of these events, let us know you saw it on social and make sure and get lots of photos and tag us in your posts. 😊 To stay informed of events going on around the state, visit our How Are You? Community Hub at https://ow.ly/q63V50T2kEG September 7 - Schoodic Scramble (Winter Harbor) September 12 - Positive Perspective: skincare and makeup application class for patients with cancer (Brewer) September 12 - Produce Pop-Up Market (Milo) September 12 - Stroke Support Group (Bangor) September 14 - McAuley Walk/Run for Recovery (Portland) September 15 - Northern Light CA Dean Hospital Bike & Boat - rescheduled from June (Greenville) September 21 - Northern Light Mayo Hospital Walk for Hope (Dover-Foxcroft) September 21 - Out of the Darkness Walk for Suicide Prevention (Bangor) September 27 - The 56er Maine Coast Mixer (Ellsworth) September 28 - Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s (Bangor) September 28 - Recovery Palooza on the Bangor Waterfront (Bangor) #HowAreYou #MaineEvents #NorthernLightHealth

Maine’s hospitals are launching key environmental sustainability initiatives, to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions in the battle against climate change. Northern Light Health this year has eliminated the use of desflurane in all of its hospitals. Desflurane is an anesthetic gas that emits a tremendous amount of carbon dioxide on each use, and eliminating it reduces the system’s annual carbon dioxide emissions by 408 metric tons. Read more in this article recently published in the Portland Press Herald: https://lnkd.in/eBHteU9y