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Researchers launching tick study after record year for Lyme disease

WEBScientists want to learn how the weather and other wildlife influence deer tick populations and the health risks to humans. The state already has recorded 261 Lyme …

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Feds: Maine illegal marijuana grows may be tied to Chinese crime

WEBThe U.S. Attorney’s office said Friday that federal authorities are investigating an estimated 100 illegal growing sites in Maine, as well as similar activities in 19 other …

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Augusta’s MaineGeneral Medical Center looks to expand services, …

WEBMaineGeneral Medical Center in north Augusta is seen on Sept. 15. Staffing has been a challenge for MaineGeneral and other hospitals in 2021, after a statewide …

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HealthReach welcomes Dr. Stacey Anderson to Madison health …

WEBMADISON — The staff of Madison Area Health Center recently welcomed Dr. Stacey Anderson to their professional healthcare team. Anderson earned her doctor …

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Health care advocates seek $3.4 million in Maine state funding for

WEBHealth care advocates are promoting a bill that would invest $3.4 million in state funding annually toward women’s reproductive health services across Maine. The …

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HealthReach Community Health Centers recognize accomplishments

WEBHere are a few recognitions: • HealthReach as an organization was once again recognized by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Health …

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Franklin Health pediatrics recognized for excellence in pediatric care

WEBFARMINGTON — The Barbara Bush Children’s Hospital at Maine Medical Center has recognized Franklin Health Pediatrics for Excellence in Pediatric Care. The …

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Opinion: Earth Day can’t only involve preaching to the choir

WEBThis day of environmental recognition picked up the name “Earth Day” and quickly rose in popularity, inspiring 10% of the population of the U.S. at the time, roughly …

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Franklin Memorial Hospital’s Health Care Golf Classic set for July 12

WEBCARRABASSETT VALLEY — Franklin Memorial Hospital is set to hold its 36th annual Health Care Golf Classic on Friday, July 12, at Sugarloaf Golf Club on at 5071 W …

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Graduate workers’ union bemoans pace of negotiations with …

WEBGraduate workers at Maine’s state university system are some of the lowest-paid at New England’s land-grant universities, the union says. Workers earning a …

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Kennebec Valley Health Club changes hands, to remain fitness …

WEBWhile Roy said she plans to continue as a trainer at KV Health Club, she also hopes to spend more time playing golf with her husband, and not getting up at 2:30 a.m. …

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Somerset County partnership between Sheriff’s Office, public …

WEBCalled “First Response to Recovery,” the grant-funded program brings together the Somerset County Sheriff’s Office and Somerset Public Health, a division of …

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St. Mary’s hospital seeks state funds to cover part of its financial

WEBFont size +. AUGUSTA — St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center is seeking $10 million from the state to help cover its behavioral health services’ deficit and roll out …

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Franklin Memorial Hospital welcomes new cardiology colleague

WEBThe cardiology clinic is located on the ground floor of the Franklin Health Medical Arts Center. Gibbons will provide patient care alongside Lynette Weeman, DO; …

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Rep. Colleen Madigan: The Legislature must do more to invest in …

WEBOver the last few decades, funding cuts occurred under administrations of both Republican and Democratic governors. But the erosion ramped up in the late …

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Congressional funding to help central Maine mental health …

WEBKennebec Behavioral Health intends to use $750,000 in congressional funding, secured by U.S. Sen. Angus King, to support the services it offers at five …

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Julia will protect reproductive care

WEBFortunately, Cassie Julia does understand that concept. She is solidly pro-choice and will vote to support the full range of reproductive health care for women. She …

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Maine’s highest court hears arguments on vaccine mandates for …

WEBAUGUSTA — The agency that oversees emergency medical services in the state had no legal authority to require vaccinations, including against COVID-19 or the …

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Waterville Pediatrics joins MaineGeneral Medical Center

WEBMaineGeneral Health, the third-largest health system in the state, provides comprehensive health care services to people of all ages in the Kennebec Valley. …

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Madison Area Health Center welcomes Lauren Emery

WEBMADISON – This October, staff at Madison Area Health Center welcomed Lauren Emery, licensed clinical professional counselor. Emery has experience in both …

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Madison residents, officials object to planned clinic offering …

WEBA behavioral health clinic offering methadone and other treatments for substance use disorder is expected to open at 2 Old Point Ave. in Madison. The …

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Fifteen years after AMHI’s closure, mental health system still …

WEBAccording to funding data provided by DHHS, total public spending on mental health dropped from $618 million in 2015 to $603 million last year. That’s a 2.5 …

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