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PublishedFebruary 21, 2025
Federal CDC worker in Maine laid off by Trump administration
Hannah Reidel described the 'chaos and confusion' at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention prior to the layoffs.
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PublishedFebruary 8, 2025
Maine public health experts worry about federal data removed from websites
Some public health data related to AIDS, substance use and avian flu went missing from federal websites, although some was later restored.
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PublishedJanuary 2, 2025
Here’s what you need to know about bird flu
There have been no human cases reported yet in Maine, and 66 cases across the U.S., according to the CDC.
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PublishedDecember 11, 2024
Sen. Collins helps usher another Alzheimer’s bill into law
The Building Our Largest Dementia Infrastructure for Alzheimer’s Reauthorization Act of 2024, which was signed into law Wednesday, renews and expands federal funding opportunities for dementia care and support.
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PublishedJuly 23, 2024
CDC rolls back some travel requirements for dogs following backlash
U.S. Rep. Jared Golden has proposed blocking the public health agency from enforcing the rules for at least one year.
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PublishedJuly 12, 2024
Planning a trip to Canada with your dog? Make sure you have the right forms
New rules meant to prevent the spread of rabies go into effect Aug. 1. They've drawn mixed reactions from Mainers, including some who rely on crossing the border to get veterinary care for their dog.
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PublishedApril 22, 2024
When red-hot isn’t enough: New government heat risk tool sets magenta as most dangerous level
U.S. health and weather officials are unveiling a new color-coded system to warn Americans about heat danger, and it will set magenta as the most dangerous level.
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PublishedMarch 1, 2024
Health officials drop 5-day isolation time for COVID-19
Most people have some degree of immunity to the coronavirus from past vaccinations or infections. And many people are not following the 5-day isolation guidance anyway, some experts say.
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PublishedNovember 17, 2023
Salmonella in cantaloupes sickens dozens in 15 states, U.S. health officials say
At least 43 people in 15 states have been infected in the outbreak announced Friday, including 17 people who were hospitalized.
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PublishedMay 20, 2023
Our View: Shah’s experience makes him right person to lead CDC at a crossroads
In Maine, Shah was a great communicator and a true public servant, which is just what the CDC needs.
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