Local hospital staff urge people to get vaccinated against COVID-19 to help reduce its spread this fall and winter.
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Posted inHealth, Maine, News
COVID-19 infection figures are lower than a year ago
The statewide daily average of people diagnosed with COVID-19 visiting an emergency department spiked near or at 2% in late August but is trending downward, according to Center for Disease Control and Prevention data. This time last year, daily averages exceeded 3%. There was a significant increase in the number of people hospitalized with COVID-19 […]
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Posted inHealth, Maine
New COVID-19 vaccines arrive in Maine, but supplies will grow next week
The vaccine is recommended for everyone ages 6 months and older and some pharmacies are offering limited appointments for the shots.
Posted inHealth, Nation / World, Politics
There’s no sign of widespread COVID-19 mandates, but Republicans are warning of them anyway
While some individual schools and colleges have implemented temporary mask requirements, federal and state leaders don’t appear to be considering widespread COVID-19 restrictions with the pandemic over.
Posted inBusiness, Health, Nation / World
Moderna poised to seek flu shot approval after trial results
In a trial on over 2,400 adults, the reformulated shot produced a stronger immune response against all four strains of the influenza virus than a traditional flu vaccine, the company said.
Posted inHealth, Maine
New COVID-19 vaccines are on the way. When will they be available and who should get them?
Federal regulators approved the latest COVID-19 vaccine this week, and shots are expected to be available within days.
Posted inBusiness, Health, Maine, News
York Hospital to close its birthing center this month
The hospital cited both declining birth rates and an ongoing workforce shortage. It’s the 7th birthing center in Maine to close since 2015 and mirrors a national trend.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Hundreds gather in Portland to support people in recovery
Portland Recovery Community Center held its 10th annual Rally 4 Recovery to give hope to people seeking to overcome addiction.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Mainers with long-term care insurance facing hefty premium increases
Pending rate requests from various insurance policies for long-term care go as high as 152%.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
COVID-19 infections rise in Maine, and wastewater testing indicates more to come
Hospitalizations remain flat for now but are expected to increase this fall and winter.