The health care system says its new name will reflect its current reach, which extends beyond eastern Maine.
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Dr. Dora Anne Mills named senior vice president at MaineHealth
Formerly a top health official for the state, she has been the vice president of clinical affairs at the University of New England.
Maine fifth-highest in nation in prescribing psychotropic drugs to foster children
A federal investigation finds that nearly 33 percent of Maine foster children receive the medications, well above the 22 percent national average.
UMaine System considers partnership in possible health care analytics institute
The proposal by tech investor David Roux would create a center for the prevention, diagnosis, cure and management of health in Portland.
Maine Voices: September is a time to reflect on Maine’s high veteran suicide rate
This is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, a time to commit ourselves to saving lives.
UMaine System launching effort to meet growing demand for nurses
The initiative would expand programs in rural areas, help students pay for their education and take other steps to fill the 3,000 nursing vacancies projected in the state by 2025.
University of Maine System has plan to fill state’s need of nurses
Leaders announced a five-year initiative that would expand nursing programs to rural areas and help the neediest students pay for their education.
Republicans lack votes – and appetite – to end Obamacare
John McCain’s successor says he would vote to repeal, but a vote is unlikely to be called.
MedRhythms completes $5 million funding round
The Portland-based startup aims to help patients with brain injuries recover walking functions.
Lewiston hospitals illegally turned away patients experiencing mental health crises
Central Maine Medical Center and St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center both have both pledged to change their policies and increase staff education to eliminate the ‘patient dumping’ that is illegal under federal law.