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PublishedJune 29, 2024
Maine CDC issues warning after child’s death is linked to influenza
It's the 6th influenza-related child death in Maine since 2019, according to health officials.
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PublishedSeptember 14, 2023
New COVID-19 vaccines arrive in Maine, but supplies will grow next week
The vaccine is recommended for everyone ages 6 months and older and some pharmacies are offering limited appointments for the shots.
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PublishedJuly 28, 2023
Health care workers at refugee camp inspired career of Maine’s new CDC director
Dr. Puthiery Va's family fled Cambodia and she was born in a refugee camp in Thailand before coming to the United States.
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PublishedJuly 27, 2023
Mills administration names new director of Maine CDC
Dr. Puthiery Va, currently leading public health for the Navajo Nation in Arizona, will take over as Maine's top public health official on Aug. 28.
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PublishedJune 7, 2023
Maine sees sharp rise in rabies cases
Thirty cases have been documented since January, compared to 35 cases in all of 2022, the Maine CDC says.
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PublishedMay 25, 2023
Waterville looks to improve public notification system during emergencies
The City Council heard complaints this week that the city can do better in notifying residents of emergencies, such as when a contaminant entered the public drinking water supply Monday during a fire at an Elm Street apartment building.
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PublishedMay 20, 2023
Our View: Shah’s experience makes him right person to lead CDC at a crossroads
In Maine, Shah was a great communicator and a true public servant, which is just what the CDC needs.
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PublishedMay 17, 2023
Maine Voices: Taking steps to stop an invisible and potentially deadly enemy
At least one-third of Maine homes will test positive for dangerous levels of radon, which is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S.
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PublishedMay 5, 2023
Maine child tests positive for measles – state’s 1st case since 2019
The state is working to notify anyone who might have come into contact with the unidentified child.
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PublishedMarch 28, 2023
Augusta officials urge caution after report of skunk with rabies
The Maine Center for Disease Control notified Augusta city officials that a skunk in the area of Northern Avenue has contracted rabies.
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