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.

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.

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.

Eastern equine encephalitis virus is found in mosquitoes in Maine

The virus has been detected in Maine mosquitoes for the first time since 2019 and the last known human case of EEE was in 2015.

Some senior planning considerations … before you’re a senior

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.'

Central Maine Healthcare shifts annual exams for women from OB-GYN office

The hospital system is asking that women seek annual exams through other medical offices, such as their primary care practice.

COVID-19 infection figures are lower than a year ago

New COVID-19 vaccines arrive in Maine, but supplies will grow next week

The vaccine is recommended for everyone ages 6 months and older and some pharmacies are offering limited appointments for the shots.

There’s no sign of widespread COVID-19 mandates, but Republicans are warning of them anyway

While some individual schools and colleges have implemented temporary mask requirements, federal and state leaders don't appear to be considering widespread COVID-19 restrictions with the pandemic over.