The bill would protect access to family planning services in Maine, proponents said at a hearing Wednesday.
Hannah Kaufman
Staff Writer
Hannah Kaufman covers health and access to care in central and western Maine. She is on the first health reporting team at the Maine Trust for Local News, looking at state and federal changes through the eyes of patients. Hannah received a journalism degree from UNC-Chapel Hill and has finally forgiven Cooper Flagg for playing for Duke. She has been known to write a feature story, watch a movie, swim in a lake and have a palindrome for a name.
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Hospital cyberattacks impacted 1/3 of Mainers last year. Lawmakers want to change that.
A new bill would require hospitals to formally prepare for the increasing number of cyberattacks, which can delay care and put patient data at risk.
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Maine lawmakers look to regulate AI use in mental health care
Some say the use of artificial intelligence can be harmful in therapeutic settings, while others say it’s a useful tool.
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‘Not This President Day’ protest catches eyes in Waterville
Protesters said the Trump administration goes against what Presidents’ Day stands for.
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An Augusta doctor worked with this year’s Olympic athletes. What did he learn?
Daniel Shubert spent over a week in Switzerland with the U.S. Snowboard Halfpipe team before they left for Italy.
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A Brownville family’s deer pantry is a YouTube hit, but wildlife experts aren’t fans
Thousands watch a Maine family feed the growing group of deer in their yard. Some wonder if the animals actually need the help.
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Maine’s hospitals chase financial stability as Medicaid cuts loom
About 40% of Maine’s hospitals are currently losing money, said Steven Michaud, president of the Maine Hospital Association.
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Teen accused of killing Maine paddleboarder was waiting for treatment, audio recording says
A recording released by the Waldo County Sheriff’s Office sheds more light on Deven Young’s violent behavior and failed attempts to get him services.
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A new style of primary care is trending in Maine
Primary care shortages and rising insurance premiums have pushed more doctors to go out on their own.
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Central Maine Healthcare data breach hits 145,000 patients
The number is significantly up from the 8 initially reported, mirroring a similar recent disclosure by the owner of St. Mary’s hospital.