More than 80% of them are receiving financial assistance.
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White House soft-launches COVID-19 test request website
People can order four at-home tests per residential address on the site, which will officially launch Wednesday.
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U.S. faces wave of omicron deaths in coming weeks, models say
Despite signs omicron causes milder disease on average, the unprecedented level of infection means many vulnerable people will become severely sick.
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Dramatic rise in positive COVID test results reveals intensity of omicron surge in Maine
The number of positive tests reported to the state each day has roughly tripled over the past month, further overwhelming the state’s ability to determine which are confirmed new cases and which are followup tests.
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Israel study shows 4th vaccine has limited results with omicron
The preliminary results raise questions about Israel’s decision to offer a second booster shot to its over-60 population.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Maine hospitals see slight drop in COVID-19 patients
The number of patients still remains above 400, which is double the highest number in Maine hospitals last winter.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
How we’re navigating omicron
The latest COVID-19 surge has upended our lives again. And we’re still learning how to cope with the virus.
Posted inBusiness, Health, Maine, News
Maine nursing homes fear that a strong flu season would push them over the edge
Health professionals say staffing shortages are the worst they have ever seen, and the risk of influenza outbreaks makes a terrible situation worse.
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Maine considers new screening to protect babies’ health
A bill introduced Wednesday would require screening for cytomegalovirus, which can cause long-term hearing loss, developmental delay, vision loss and seizures.
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U.S. will launch website to provide 4 free at-home COVID tests
Americans shouldn’t expect a rapid turnaround on the orders and they will have to plan ahead and request the tests well before they want them.