Dispatchers to screen callers about coronavirus symptoms to prepare responders.
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Augusta Civic Center cancels most large events, but RV show is a go
Attendance at the RV show over the next three days has been limited to 250 or fewer people at a time, per suggestions by experts to ward against the potential spread of the virus.
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North Atlantic Conference suspends spring sports seasons
Announcement comes as coronavirus concerns heighten.
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Idexx tested thousands of cats and dogs for coronavirus. None had it.
The Westbrook-based veterinary diagnostics firm says the tests confirm earlier assessments that pets cannot contract the disease.
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Coronavirus how-to: How to wash your hands properly
Chances are, you’re doing it wrong.
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Portland shuts clinic, City Hall after test of staffer indicates possible coronavirus
Portland’s India Street health clinic will stay closed for two weeks, the city manager says.
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Pelosi, House pass coronavirus aid deal after Trump declares national emergency
The president also announces a range of executive actions, including a new public-private partnership to expand coronavirus testing capabilities with drive-through locations, and he waives interest on federally held student loans.
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Collins says Trump should ‘step back’ and let coronavirus experts do the talking
Maine’s senior senator said she has been dissatisfied with ‘inconsistent’ messaging on coronavirus from the federal government.
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Wex ‘strongly encouraging’ its employees worldwide to work from home
The Portland-based payment technology firm says it hopes to have employees fully transitioned to remote work by March 20.