MaineHealth Waldo Hospital

11/04/2026

November is Diabetes Awareness Month. Patient David MacDonald and health educator Marissa Reiter joined WGME CBS 13 News, Portland to talk about two FREE programs MaineHealth offers for people either living with type 2 diabetes or at risk of developing the disease. Watch the segment and learn more about the programs in the links in the comments below!

11/03/2026

Last month, the Emergency Department team at MaineHealth Waldo Hospital received the President's Award from the Maine Emergency Nurses Association for their extraordinary response to the Searsmont fire in May 2026.

At the awards ceremony, Kelly Collins, MSN, RN, president of the Maine Emergency Nurses Association, shared a powerful message about the team's response:

"During the response to the Searsmont fire, the Waldo County team demonstrated that extraordinary emergency care is not defined by the size of a hospital. It is defined by the people within its walls. By the nurses who show up. By the teamwork that happens without hesitation. By the compassion extended to patients, families and one another during moments that no community ever wants to experience. And perhaps most importantly, by the willingness to serve even when the tragedy touches your own heart."

Congratulations to our Emergency Department care team on this well-deserved recognition. We are incredibly proud of you.

11/02/2026

Across Maine and New Hampshire, our care team is finding new ways to advance care, support healthier communities and make a difference for patients and families.

Each year, our MaineHealth Annual Report celebrates this extraordinary work. From care delivered in patients’ homes and rural communities to groundbreaking treatments, innovations, research, education and community partnerships, this year’s stories show what’s possible when we work together – life-changing care.

MaineHealth’s commitment to our communities can be seen in the remarkable work highlighted in this year’s featured stories as well as in the over $1 billion in value of community benefit provided in 2025.

Read the full report at the link below and explore stories of innovation, compassion and life-changing care.

10/30/2026

As we wrap up Engineering Week, we want to thank our MaineHealth Waldo Hospital Engineering team for all they do.

Please join us in thanking our Engineering team for keeping our hospital running smoothly every day!

10/29/2026

As Breast Cancer Awareness Month comes to a close, we’re reminding our communities that breast cancer awareness, early detection and access to treatment matter all year long.

From screening and diagnosis to treatment, recovery and survivorship, MaineHealth offers coordinated breast cancer care close to home.

According to MaineHealth, 70 percent of people with breast cancer in Maine and New Hampshire choose them for treatment.

10/26/2026

For women who feel nervous about getting a mammogram, Danielle Wight, lead mammography technologist at MaineHealth Waldo Hospital, has a simple message: don’t let fear stand in the way of a test that could save your life.

“Fear is one of the biggest reasons women put off getting screened,” Danielle says.

The good news? Mammograms are quick and straightforward. Appointments are scheduled in 15-minute time slots, and the imaging itself typically takes just five minutes.

10/23/2026

Have you visited Spirit Halloween yet? 👻🎃 With Halloween just eight days away, now is the perfect time to shop for costumes, decorations and more while supporting a great cause.

Stop by a participating Spirit Halloween location in Maine or New Hampshire to support the Child Life Department at MaineHealth Barbara Bush Children's (MHBBC).

Make a donation at checkout or use our 10 for 10 Coupon: Save 10% on your purchase and will donate 10% to Child Life at MHBBC. It's a win-win!

Pictured below is 9-year-old Stella of Westbrook showing off her Dorothy costume from Spirit Halloween. 🌈👠

📍 Maine locations: Auburn, Bangor, Biddeford, South Portland and Waterville
📍 New Hampshire locations: Rochester and Somersworth

10/22/2026

⛳ MaineHealth Pen Bay and Waldo Hospitals’ inaugural Partners in Care Community Golf Classic brought together 20 teams from across Maine at Samoset Resort last month to support the Bridge to Care Fund.

The tournament raised more than $33,000 to help individuals and families overcome barriers to accessing health care, including challenges related to social determinants of health.

We’re grateful to the golfers, sponsors, community partners, volunteers, committee members and the team at the Samoset whose generosity and support made this event a success!

10/21/2026

MaineHealth Dental Care Clinic Belfast and Belfast Public Health Nursing at MaineHealth Waldo Hospital have received a total of $30,000 in grants from United Midcoast Charities to support essential health services in Waldo County.

“We are deeply grateful for the generous support provided by United Midcoast Charities,” said Stacey Hall, Population Health manager at MaineHealth Waldo Hospital. “This funding plays a vital role in helping us meet the growing medical and social needs of our community by supporting the operational costs that make our work possible.”

❤️ Thank you, United Midcoast Charities, for your generous investment in the health and well-being of our community!

10/20/2026

Here’s to 20 years of movement—and all the steps still ahead!

For two decades, Let’s Go! has been helping kids and families take steps toward healthier, more active lives. And while a lot has changed over the years, our commitment to building healthy habits remains as strong as ever. Lace up, get moving and join us in taking the next steps toward a healthier future for kids and families. Every step counts!