But there is opposition to mandates in some quarters, and businesses must try to balance workplace safety against employees’ morale, labor shortages and other challenges.
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Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel
Two dozen people vaccinated at COVID-19 clinics at Skowhegan State Fair
Those receiving vaccines reflected “a wide representation of Maine counties” and a broad range of people, the director of the emergency medical services at Redington-Fairview General Hospital said.
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Posted inNation & World
Rev. Jesse Jackson and wife remain hospitalized for COVID-19
Both were admitted to Northwestern Memorial Hospital on Saturday, with their age as a factor.
Posted inNation & World
Military members required to get COVID-19 vaccine, as Pfizer is approved
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is making good on his vow earlier this month to require the shots once the FDA approved the vaccine.
Posted inNation & World, Schools and Education
Judge hears power struggle over masking in Florida schools
At least seven school districts representing more than 1 million Florida students were defying the governor’s order and others have scheduled votes soon on the issue.
Posted inMaine, News
Maine hospitals’ COVID-19 patient counts soar over the weekend
The number of inpatients statewide jumped from 98 on Friday to 123 on Monday, with 61 people in critical care beds.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Maine EMS board seeks to ease vaccine mandate, fearing needed workers will ‘walk away’
Dozens spoke Monday during an online meeting of the Maine Board of Emergency Medical Services, most opposing the requirement set this month by Gov. Janet Mills.
Posted inNation & World
New York City mandates vaccinations for public school teachers, staff
The new policy marks the 1st flat-out vaccination mandate for city workers in the nation’s most populous city.
Posted inNation & World
U.S. regulators give full approval to Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine
The Food and Drug Administration cites months of real-world evidence that serious side effects are extremely rare.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Maine tourism industry surges back, despite ongoing challenges of pandemic
Some businesses and destinations are on pace to set new revenue and visitor records this summer.