Here’s the latest information on seeking an appointment for a COVID-19 vaccination.
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COVID-19 hospitalizations in Maine hit lowest levels since November
Patient counts continued to fall or remain flat at most of Maine’s hospitals as the U.S. experiences a modest reprieve from the virus’s onslaught.
Vaccinations in Maine expected to increase slightly this week
The state CDC expects to receive enough first doses from the federal government this week to begin vaccinating an additional 21,475 people.
Flouting CDC rules, MaineHealth offered vaccines to all employees, even remote workers
Stay-at-home workers and even outside contractors got shots, while many of the state’s older residents await vaccines.
Updated vaccine Q&A: When can I expect an appointment call from MaineHealth?
Also: Why doesn’t Maine have a statewide vaccination registration and appointment system? And what is the latest timeline for vaccination phases?
U.S. CDC plans to increase vaccine shipments to Maine and other states
The White House said states would get about 5% more doses this week, and announced a new pharmacy vaccination program that will eventually include Hannaford and Shaw’s.
Hospitals cancel COVID-19 vaccination clinics as winter storm approaches Maine
Meanwhile, the Maine CDC reported 219 new COVID-19 cases and 5 additional deaths Monday, continuing the downward trend in new infections.
Maine sees progress, frustrations in rollout of vaccinations
With a central registration system still weeks away, experts say state officials need to use the time to build on critical partnerships.
State steers more vaccine to outpatient practices, independent pharmacies
The doses are being directed to facilities that are vaccinating older Mainers, who are at higher risk from COVID-19.
Former Scarborough Downs racetrack to become mass-vaccination site
Officials at MaineHealth said the grandstand of the former harness racing track will be retrofitted to handle at least 1,000 vaccinations daily – if there’s enough vaccine.