The state cited dozens of incidents between 2020 and 2022, but only one resulted in a fine, an investigation found.
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Posted inBusiness
Martin’s Point renews $6 billion contract for military benefits
The 10-year contract renews services provided by the local health care organization.
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Posted inBusiness, Health, Maine
Shortage of pharmacists leaving Maine customers in peril
Walkouts at some pharmacies in other states are fueling concerns in Maine, where store closures are already a problem.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Having a harder time accessing health care? You’re not alone – and it’s making us sicker
The health care workforce shrank at the same time demand exploded, and patients say finding a provider is ‘pretty much impossible.’
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Health care strike over pay, staff shortages heads into final day with no deal in sight
Workers were expected to return to their jobs Saturday in hospitals and clinics that serve nearly 13 million Americans.
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.
Posted inElection 2023, Maine, 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.