Lynda Bluestein, who had terminal cancer, ended her life by taking prescribed medication.
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Posted inHealth, Nation / World
Crib videos offer clue to mysterious child deaths, showing seizures sometimes play a role
Similar to SIDS in babies, SUDC is the term when these mysterious deaths occur any time after a child’s first birthday.
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Posted inBusiness, Health, Maine
National advocacy group blames hospital consolidation for Maine’s high health care costs
Hospitals contend other factors – such as Maine being the oldest state – are driving up costs in the state.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
PFAS found in almost 1,000 products sold in Maine, so far
From shampoo to school supplies, dog treats to dishware, the brand names that admit to using forever chemicals are ubiquitous.
Posted inHealth, Nation / World
Florida surgeon general calls for halt on mRNA COVID vaccines, citing debunked claim
Florida Surgeon General Joseph A. Ladapo’s false claims that mRNA coronavirus vaccines contaminate DNA imperils lives as respiratory viruses surge this winter.
Posted inHealth, Maine
New Maine law will prohibit some insurers from charging deductibles and other costs for abortions
The law governing state-regulated health insurance plans takes effect Jan. 1.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Business, Health, Lewiston-Auburn
Patience Success Juwah and Gail True offer care and love as direct support professionals
Working: It’s a challenging job that requires patience, caring and some basic skills and can be rewarding in many ways.
Posted inBusiness, Health, Nation / World
New weight loss drugs are out of reach for millions of older Americans because Medicare won’t pay
Obesity drugs like Wegovy and Zepbound are capturing the attention of celebrities and showing promising results in helping people shed pounds.
Posted inBusiness, Health
Subscription-based care moves beyond peddling birth control and helping with hair loss
Online, direct-to-consumer health care has grown well beyond its roots, prompting concerns about care quality.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
COVID-19 hospitalizations again climbing in Maine
But conditions are not expected to become as severe this winter as they were at the hospitalization peak in January 2022.