CDC Director Nirav Shah urges Mainers to keep practicing social distancing and good hygiene, and says it’s too early to tell where Maine stands with ‘a very fast-moving situation.’
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Portland police officer tests positive for coronavirus
The unidentified officer is being quarantined out of state, the department said, and it’s unclear how many others may have been exposed.
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Grocery stores set aside shopping hours for seniors amid coronavirus fears
Hannaford, Shaw’s and Walmart are among the stores that are easing the fears of senior citizens over the coronavirus by reserving shopping times exclusively for them.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Morning Sentinel, Schools and Education
Augusta, other central Maine Schools closing until late April
A message sent to parents of students at Augusta Schools on Friday morning said all schools are closed due to COVID-19.
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Dow drops more than 900 points, ending worst week since 2008
Investors are worried that the coronavirus will plunge the U.S. and other major economies into deep recessions.
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Maine Medical Center further restricts visitation
The Portland hospital is prohibiting visitors, except under strict rules to limit potential exposure to coronavirus.
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Coronavirus latest: Lab supply shortages present new obstacle for virus testing in U.S.
The latest information on the coronavirus pandemic from around the world. Just as the federal government tries to ramp up nationwide screening, laboratory workers are warning of a new roadblock: dire shortages of testing supplies. The shortages are the latest stumble in a botched effort to track the spread of coronavirus that has left […]
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Our View: US response to coronavirus falling behind in key areas
The Trump administration must act to end the shortage of necessary health care equipment and supplies.
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Seasonal residents, and snowbirds, are finding their way to Maine
Tourist towns are seeing an influx of part-time residents trying to get away from crowded, less peaceful places in search of fresh air and open spaces.
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Commentary: How to make decisions about non-urgent care in the face of COVID-19
Deciding how, when and whether to seek care? Consult your health care provider first.