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.
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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.
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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.
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Bill Nemitz: Pondering patience in a time of pandemic
While some get vaccinated, the rest of us decide how best to wait.
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Unconventional mass vaccination help wanted: Fast-food managers, road race experts
Event organizers and other logistics experts are using their skills to help the nation vaccinate as many people against COVID-19 as possible.
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Commentary: What do we ethically owe those who refuse the COVID-19 vaccine?
COVID-19 may be a threat to the unvaccinated for years. But once the vaccine supply is secure, other Americans will want to resume travel, parties and business.
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Q&A: I’m an older Mainer. When can I get my COVID-19 vaccination?
Some answers to a few common questions on Maine’s COVID-19 vaccination campaign ahead of additional details expected to be released by the Mills administration this week.
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Updated Q&A: When will it be my turn under the new plan?
Maine’s new vaccine strategy gives higher priority to police, firefighters and other first responders, as well as older Mainers and those with high-risk medical conditions.
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Updated Q&A: I have allergies. Should I still get a COVID-19 vaccine?
While many people will experience milder side effects after vaccination, severe allergic reactions have been rare in Maine and nationwide so far.
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California turns stadiums, fairgrounds into COVID-19 vaccination centers
The state will vastly expand its effort with new mass vaccination sites at parking lots for Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, Petco Park in San Diego and the CalExpo fairgrounds in Sacramento.