New research suggests that daily and near-daily marijuana use is now more common than similar levels of high-frequency alcohol consumption in the United States.
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Trump says he is open to restrictions on contraception, then backpedals
This is the first time Donald Trump has suggested he would have a policy on contraception since the U.S. Supreme Court overturned a national right to abortion 2 years ago.
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U.S. pediatricians reverse decades-old advice against HIV-positive mothers breastfeeding
But parents must breastfeed exclusively for the babies’ first 6 months because research shows that switching between breast milk and formula can disrupt an infant’s gut.
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As demand to insure pets grows in Maine, employers are starting to offer coverage
Maine companies don’t contribute to expenses, but some offer group coverage plans. Many in the veterinary industry, where prices keep rising, say it’s worth the cost.
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Bernie Sanders speaks at UNE graduation, says U.S. health care system is broken
America spends more than other countries, yet millions of people are uninsured and underserved, the senator from Vermont said during his remarks at Saturday’s commencement.
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Maine is playing ‘catch-up’ to prepare for health impacts of climate change
That’s the message the Maine Climate Council hears during the first of 3 scientific briefings geared toward updating the state’s climate action plan by the end of the year.
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Maine Med to open 8-story tower as final piece of massive expansion
The Malone Family Tower is scheduled to open next month, completing an 8-year $588 million expansion.
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Maine records one of nation’s biggest declines in overdose deaths
Maine, which reported a 16% drop, is one of four states that saw at least a 15% decline in fatal drug overdoses in 2023.
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Fewer U.S. overdose deaths reported last year, but experts say it’s too soon to celebrate
Explanations could include shifts in the drug supply, expansion of overdose prevention and addiction treatment, and the grim possibility that the epidemic has killed so many that now there are basically fewer people to kill.
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Madison residents may get to vote on restricting location of planned methadone clinic
Town officials are drafting a moratorium and new ordinance after a group of residents organized a petition in opposition to the proposed site of a behavioral health clinic at the former Taylor’s Drug Store.