The proposal comes after studies found some people who took the antibiotic doxycycline within three days of unprotected sex were far less likely to get chlamydia, syphilis or gonorrhea.
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Agencies launch effort to promote vaccinations with supplies of new COVID shot limited
The new effort to promote vaccinations come as supplies of a new COVID-19 vaccine are still limited in Maine and nationwide.
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Many states expanding Medicaid programs to provide dental care to their poorest residents
A growing number of states are offering dental care to low-income adults who once had to rely on charity or the emergency room to treat their tooth problems.
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RSV vaccine recommended during pregnancy as a second option to protect newborns
The shots should be given late in pregnancy but only during RSV season, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said.
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Surgeons perform second pig heart transplant, trying to save a dying man
While the next few weeks will be critical, doctors are thrilled at the patient’s early response to the pig organ.
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Free at-home COVID tests will again be available by mail
Orders can be placed at COVIDTests.gov starting Sept. 25, and the no-cost tests will be delivered for free by the United States Postal Service.
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FDA says more research needed before approval for nasal spray to treat dangerous allergies
The agency says the pharmaceutical company needs to conduct another study on repeat doses of epinephrine using the device compared with injections.
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Norfolk Southern announces details of plan to pay for lost home values because of Ohio derailment
The railroad estimates that the cleanup will cost more than $800 million, which includes $74 million that Norfolk Southern has pledged to help East Palestine recover.
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Changes are coming to Maine’s $300 million medical cannabis industry
Medical cannabis growers could face increased regulations as adult-use sales start to match medical.
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Are you prepared? Lifelong Lewiston leader advocates for end-of-life planning
Rachel Desgrosseilliers, who is helping take care of two elderly individuals, said that if planning is ignored, ‘the stress and strife it places on family or the ones left is horrendous.’