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Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: In Maine, nationwide, COVID exposes built-in racism
It’s no coincidence that people of color are far more likely to be infected by the novel coronavirus.
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Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Local & State
COVID-19 pandemic does no favors for Maine EMS shortage
Despite a high unemployment rate, experts say Mainers aren’t likely to flock to emergency medical services jobs, and that’s a problem.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Maine CDC warns of rise in hepatitis A cases in 3 counties
York, Somerset and Penobscot counties have gone from zero cases to 26 over the last 4 months.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Uncategorized
Maine Family Planning weighs appeal in lawsuit over federal ‘gag rule’
A federal judge last week dismissed the nonprofit’s legal challenge of a Trump administration rule that puts new restrictions on abortion providers that receive Title X family planning grants.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Portland startup gets expedited federal review for stroke recovery product
A program developed by MedRhythms uses sensors, music and software to help stroke survivors overcome walking impairment.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-Eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: ‘Universal’ testing isn’t enough to protect nursing home residents from COVID
It’s critical to do smart proactive testing of staff on COVID units and medical providers and staff working at multiple facilities or units.
Posted inBusiness, Health, Local & State, News
CVS to launch COVID-19 testing at 4 Maine pharmacies Friday
Customers can get self-administered tests at drive-through windows at some CVS locations as the state ramps up testing.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Harvard Pilgrim foundation awards $900,000 in COVID-19 relief grants to Maine nonprofits
The grants support food access and meal delivery, services for older adults and immigrant families, social and community services, and emergency response.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
MaineHealth program helps jobless Mainers find health care and insurance
The health care system said it can connect patients with a range of options during the coronavirus pandemic.