Workers were expected to return to their jobs Saturday in hospitals and clinics that serve nearly 13 million Americans.
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Posted inBusiness, Health, Nation & World
Thousands of workers join what’s expected to be largest health care strike in U.S. history
Picketing has begun at Kaiser Permanente hospitals as some 75,000 workers who say understaffing is hurting patient care go on strike in 5 states and the District of Columbia.
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Posted inElection 2023, Local & State, Politics
Nurses union backs Pine Tree Power ballot measure
The Maine State Nurses Association lends its support to Question 3, saying it sees power reliability as a matter of public health.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Birthing center closures put Mainers in danger
We have to explore and support all viable alternatives for better access to pregnancy care.
Posted inMaine Voices, Opinion
Maine Voices: Prostate cancer is ‘the good cancer’ – or is it?
More American men are being diagnosed at advanced stages, when it’s more deadly. But it doesn’t have to be that way – step up, inform yourself and talk to your health care provider.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Commentary: More and more, acupuncture complements other health care
The complementary health service, which is seeking Medicare provider status recognition, can offer patients relief and healing while they await their next doctor’s appointment.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: When will we pay appropriate attention to late-life care?
Under Medicare, eligibility for hospice care is narrowly capped. Once it ends, as a recent Press Herald report outlined in heartrending detail, you’re on your own.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Maine Crime, News
Former nurse who allegedly held down patient at Waterville facility and failed to give medication sees felony-level charges dropped
The family of Daniel H. Crommett, who died two days after the former nurse allegedly restrained him, said the decision does not reflect the treatment their loved one endured.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Commentary: Do right for the health of Native Americans in Maine
L.D. 2007 must be passed with any vetoes overridden to improve access to health care and better well-being for the Wabanaki Nations.
Posted inBusiness, Health, Local & State, News
Hospital facility fees to be investigated under new law
Legislation signed Tuesday by Gov. Janet Mills creates a task force to examine the fees, which also will be shared publicly.