Dr. Vivek Murthy says he and his wife have mild symptoms and their 2 children are doing well, as he offers consolation to others who have taken precautions and still become infected.
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Positive COVID-19 tests in Maine down by 80% from January peak
Despite continued signs that the virus surge is easing, Maine reported 27 COVID-19 deaths on Friday.
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Florida House passes Republican 15-week abortion ban
Republicans in several states are moving to place new restrictions on abortion after the U.S. Supreme Court signaled it would uphold a law prohibiting abortions after 15 weeks and potentially overturn the landmark Roe v. Wade decision.
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Mask mandates are easing in Maine as omicron surge recedes
Indicators all continue to point to a decline in infections, though Maine’s CDC director says ‘it’s not time to let off the brakes.’
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More virus rules fall as CDC hints at better times ahead
As states ease restrictions, the federal government is contemplating a change to its mask guidance in the coming weeks as COVID-19 cases, hospital admissions and deaths decline.
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COVID-19 hospitalizations in Maine drop to a three-month low
The state reported 9 more deaths on Wednesday even as hospitals‘ patient numbers continue to drop.
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Bill on prescription drug pricing inspires support from Maine residents, opposition from pharmaceutical industry
The measure introduced by Sen. Ned Claxton, D-Auburn, aims to reduce the price of the costliest prescription drugs for Mainers.
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COVID case numbers jump as state begins clearing test backlog
The new data does not represent current pandemic conditions, which are continuing to improve.
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Bill aims to lower the cost of the most expensive prescription drugs for Mainers
The bill would ensure that Mainers pay no more for prescription medications than their Canadian neighbors.
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COVID-19 hospitalizations in Maine edge higher
The overall trend is still downward, though, and virus transmission also appears to be declining fast based on raw test results received each day by the Maine CDC.