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Published
October 22, 2023

Shortage of pharmacists leaving Maine customers in peril

Walkouts at some pharmacies in other states are fueling concerns in Maine, where store closures are already a problem.
Published
October 22, 2023

Having a harder time accessing health care? You’re not alone – and it’s making us sicker

The health care workforce shrank at the same time demand exploded, and patients say finding a provider is 'pretty much impossible.'
Published
October 6, 2023

Health care strike over pay, staff shortages heads into final day with no deal in sight

Workers were expected to return to their jobs Saturday in hospitals and clinics that serve nearly 13 million Americans.
Published
October 4, 2023

Thousands of workers join what’s expected to be largest health care strike in U.S. history

Picketing has begun at Kaiser Permanente hospitals as some 75,000 workers who say understaffing is hurting patient care go on strike in 5 states and the District of Columbia.
Published
September 27, 2023

Nurses union backs Pine Tree Power ballot measure

The Maine State Nurses Association lends its support to Question 3, saying it sees power reliability as a matter of public health.

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Published
September 24, 2023

Our View: Birthing center closures put Mainers in danger

We have to explore and support all viable alternatives for better access to pregnancy care.
Published
September 15, 2023

Maine Voices: Prostate cancer is ‘the good cancer’ – or is it?

More American men are being diagnosed at advanced stages, when it’s more deadly. But it doesn’t have to be that way – step up, inform yourself and talk to your health care provider.
Published
September 12, 2023

Commentary: More and more, acupuncture complements other health care

The complementary health service, which is seeking Medicare provider status recognition, can offer patients relief and healing while they await their next doctor’s appointment.
Published
September 8, 2023

Maine DHHS receives federal grant for maternal health

The $1.2 million grant announced by U.S. Sens. Susan Collins and Angus King will help establish a statewide maternal health task force.
Published
September 1, 2023

Commentary: Who bears the responsibility for decisions about Alzheimer’s treatment?

We’ve been rethinking our approach to the disease with varying degrees of success. Too many questions remain unanswered.