MaineGeneral’s Peter Alfond Prevention & Healthy Living Center

06/13/2026

One of the first harvests of the Maine growing season is garlic scapes. Garlic scapes are the edible stalks of hardneck garlic. Harvesting them helps direct growth downward into the garlic bulb. These stalks are like asparagus in texture but with a mild garlic flavor. Try sauteing garlic scapes in a stir fry or blend them into a delicious pesto.

06/10/2026

Have you been wanting to join the National Diabetes Prevention Program, but need a more flexible option? Join our next Zoom program!

Being at risk for type 2 diabetes can be scary, but small lifestyle changes can make a big difference. Join the National Diabetes Prevention Program to learn how to eat healthier, increase activity, lower your blood sugar and improve your overall health. You gain a year of support within a group setting along with a dedicated lifestyle coach. Don’t miss your chance for encouragement and to meet others trying to live healthier, just like you. This class meets weekly for 16 weeks, then twice a month for the rest of the year.

📅 Wednesdays, July 8, 2026 – June 16, 2027
🕓 6 - 7 p.m.
🖥️ Zoom

Click the link to register: https://mainegeneralhealth.coursestorm.com/course/national-diabetes-prevention-program2

06/09/2026

Summer registration is now open! 🌞

Check out all of our summer offerings to find something that enriches your mind and your body. Try classes such as Cardio Drumming, Seated Reiki Meditation, Fish Fundamentals, Freedom from Smoking®, and Healthy Eating for Cancer Survivors.

We’ve got lots of ways to support you to cook and eat healthier, move more and find balance and restoration.

View all our summer offerings and find something that inspires you to embrace this time of thriving — then grab your spot before classes fill up! 🥗🧘✍️
https://mainegeneralhealth.coursestorm.com/

06/06/2026

What’s in season during June? Lots of green vegetables are growing including asparagus, garlic scapes, peas, and leafy greens as well as rhubarb and strawberries. Check out these recipes from the Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association to try something new.

06/04/2026

Each month, Oldways Whole Grains Council features a different whole grain. Sorghum is June’s Grain of the Month. Sorghum is native to Australia but is grown in America for livestock feed. An increased demand for plant-based and gluten-free foods has led to more opportunities to grow sorghum for the human food industry.

Sorghum is high in antioxidants and phytochemicals, which have been shown to support cholesterol levels and diabetes. It is also a good source of fiber, magnesium, phosphorus, and vitamin B3 (niacin). Sorghum is a gluten free grain option! Check out the Whole Grains Council website to learn more and to find recipes.

Each month we feature a different whole grain on the Whole Grains Council website, including information on its health benefits, cooking tips and recipes, historical/cultural facts, and more. Click to see the full calendar.

05/29/2026

May is mental health awareness month, and just because May is coming to an end doesn’t mean we need to stop caring for our mind.

There are many ways we can boost our mental health as we ease out of the month. Going for a walk, listening to nature, or even taking a peaceful nap are just some activities you can do!

Soak up the warmth and sunshine and start June off with a refreshed mind! 🌺☀️

05/27/2026

Ready to start your quitting journey? Join our next Freedom From Smoking® group!

Quitting isn’t easy – but it’s easier with the right help. The American Lung Association’s Freedom From Smoking® program gives you tools to overcome to***co addiction and quit for good! It features a step-by-step plan for quitting, with each session designed to help you gain control.

📅 Mondays, June 15 – July 20

🕓 2 -4 p.m.

📍 Harold Alfond Center for Cancer Care, Augusta

Click the link to register: https://mainegeneralhealth.coursestorm.com/course/freedom-from-smoking?search=smoking

05/25/2026

We remember our fallen service members for their ultimate sacrifice.