Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most commonly sexually transmitted infection. Certain types of the virus can lead to cancers affecting the vagina, cervix, throat, mouth,
Month: June 2012
‘I realized my gift was in the doing’
A year ago, Dr. Wendy Pollock took a year off from her chiropractic and homeopathic health-care practice to explore alternative medicine systems in California and
‘With knowledge comes confidence’
Growing up in the Thomaston area, Cindy Ross watched her grandfather and her father build wooden boats. Because it was considered bad luck for a
‘Passionate about travel – and intrigued by space’
Pam Hurley Moser started her company, Hurley Travel Experts, in Portland two decades ago, when she was 26. The agency, which now also has offices
Holy Donut – it’s a new career
Leigh Kellis was bartending one day when she and the restaurant owner lamented that there were so few old-fashioned doughnut shops in Portland. Kellis had
‘I recommend girls play outside and get dirty’
Ingrid LeVasseur, who grew up in Fort Fairfeld, says she has been exploring alternative health since she was a teenager. Before she was married, she
Visual artist finally sees her future
Everyone’s path in life is different. Some people say they know what they want to do at a ridiculously young age, claiming they came out
‘Innovative women turn obstacles into opportunities’
Brenda Thomas was working at a bank when she was invited to take an overnight trip on a schooner. “My connection with windjamming was instantaneous.
Women’s Work
Betsy Peters of PossibilityU is not only a CEO – she also calls herself a “curator of possibilities.” Her goal: To help college-bound students tap
‘Women who break the mold are just following their hearts’
Patti Lanigan’s favorite childhood toy was a turntable, a clear indicator of a love for music that would carry on throughout her life. Her obsession
