The rate of new acute cases, though highest in the nation, has decreased every year since peaking in 2020.
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A new global health emergency: What is mpox, where are the outbreaks and what is the WHO doing?
So far, there have been more than 14,000 cases, and 524 people have died. More than 96% of cases and deaths are in Congo.
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Wildfire smoke from Canada affecting air quality in Maine
Particle pollution is classified as ‘unhealthy for sensitive groups’ in northern Maine and ‘moderate’ for the rest of the state.
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Biden announces $150 million for research as part of ‘moonshot’ push to fight cancer
In 2022, he set a goal to cut U.S. cancer fatalities by 50% over the next 25 years.
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Initiative to enshrine abortion rights in Missouri constitution qualifies for November ballot
The state will join at least a half-dozen others that are voting on abortion rights during the presidential election.
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Group explores ambulance vessels as part of solution to island care crisis
Ambulance boats, which are common in countries like Norway, would function as floating mini hospitals.
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U.S. surgeon general was warned by his mom to avoid politics, but he jumped into the fray anyway
Nominated by Obama as surgeon general, Murthy made comments calling guns a health care issue, something that delayed his confirmation until late 2014.
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A roundup of 100% gluten-free establishments in Maine
People who need to avoid gluten can feel totally safe eating and drinking at these establishments.
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Surprise bill for Augusta emergency room visit highlights hospital fee debate
Kelly Brignac of Waterville said she received few services and was shocked by a bill exceeding $2,000, most of which was a so-called facility fee for using a hospital.
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Maine is still sending psych patients to controversial South Carolina hospital despite complaints
Justin Butterfield, 35, was committed to a state psychiatric hospital after killing his brother during a mental health crisis. His family is worried about him after he was transferred to a private hospital in South Carolina that has been likened to a prison.