More than three-dozen health care providers are making a direct appeal to the public to take the necessary precautions to halt the spread of coronavirus and prevent the state’s hospital system from becoming overwhelmed.
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The Wrap: The Garrison in Yarmouth is closing for now
The Garrison ends its take-out experiment, and Midcoast residents get mobile seafood delivery.
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Farmington area health network unveils policies to support staff during coronavirus
Franklin Community Health Network announced a new policy plan March 18 to help support its health care workers in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic.
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MaineHealth asks state’s manufacturers to produce medical equipment, supplies
Several have said they may be able to produce masks, face shields, gloves and other equipment to help in the coronavirus fight.
Posted inGreg Kesich, Op-Eds, Opinion
The View From Here: Waiting for the shaking to stop
Coronavirus is a disaster that is testing us in ways with which we have no experience.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Commentary: ‘Our health care system is about to become completely overwhelmed’
An emergency physician with roots in Maine describes ‘a turning point’ on the COVID-19 unit of the out-of-state ER where she works.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
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.
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Why Maine authorities are not disclosing exactly where patients live
The virus is probably widespread, so deviating from federal guidelines would be unhelpful, public health experts say.
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Even with customers scarce, some businesses decide it’s worth staying open
Bowling alleys, diners, movie theaters and micro-breweries were among the businesses that stayed open Tuesday, juggling financial survival with the potential for spreading coronavirus.
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Coronavirus fears clear store shelves of masks, sanitizers, wipes
Mainers are buying up products that many believe could help keep the illness’s germs in check.