Contradictions and exceptions within an evolving set of rollout rules trouble vaccine providers and those still waiting for their shots, but some in the field say they appreciate a degree of flexibility.
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Maine CDC says clinics won’t be affected by delays in vaccine shipments
Maine CDC says only a ‘small number’ of second COVID-19 doses are arriving late to the state. Meanwhile, Walgreens is preparing to begin offering vaccinations to eligible individuals at pharmacies in Maine.
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Maine CDC reports 104 new COVID-19 cases, 3 additional deaths
The state continues to receive dramatically fewer reports of new infections compared to a month ago, although the detection this week of another case of a U.K. variant of COVID-19 raises concerns.
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Updated: How can I get vaccinated?
Here’s the latest information on seeking an appointment for a COVID-19 vaccination.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: MaineHealth jumps the vaccine line
The state should not let a health care provider put its low-risk employees ahead of high-risk workers elsewhere.
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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.
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Independent-living facilities left in the cold by COVID-19 vaccine rollout
Dropped suddenly from the federal pharmacy contract providing vaccination clinics to nursing homes, these senior retirement communities are trying to secure protection for an equally vulnerable population.
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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.
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Confusion, frustration as older Mainers try to navigate vaccination registration maze
The lack of a statewide centralized system has led to a hodgepodge, complicating inoculations for many.
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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?