A survey by Maine Emergency Medical Services shows that 96.9% of EMS licensees have been vaccinated, easing concerns that the state’s vaccination mandate might result in the loss of workers.
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Paris Town Office closed after COVID-19 outbreak
PARIS — Town Manager Dawn Noyes said the Town Office closed Wednesday because several employees have COVID-19. The office will be cleaned and is expected to reopen Tuesday. An outbreak is defined as three or more people contracting the virus. Noyes said there are more than three people in the office who are sick.
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Brazil Senate report urges criminal charges for Bolsonaro over pandemic
The country’s death toll is second-highest in the world
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White House details plans for vaccinating 28 million children ages 5 to 11
If the CDC gives its approval, children will be able to get a shot at their pediatrician’s office, a local pharmacy or potentially even their school.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Pediatricians and schools prepare for rollout of vaccines for younger children
Transmission of the virus remains high in Maine, especially in areas with the lowest vaccination rates.
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Bangor cancels field hockey game after Lewiston alters quarantine protocol
Under the new guidelines, each of the girls returned to school Tuesday morning after testing negative for COVID-19.
Posted inHealth, Maine
Another resident of Androscoggin County, 3 from Oxford County have died from COVID-19
The individuals were among the seven additional deaths reported over a three-day period Tuesday.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
U.S. Supreme Court won’t stop Maine’s vaccine mandate for health care workers
Justice Stephen Breyer said the plaintiffs could try again at the Supreme Court after the 1st Circuit issues a ruling in the underlying lawsuit.
Posted inNation / World
FDA expected to allow mix-and-match COVID booster shots
The effort is being made to provide flexibility for those seeking to maintain protection against the coronavirus.
Posted inMaine, News
Maine COVID cases keep rising in areas with low vaccination rates
Most counties with the highest vaccination rates, such as Cumberland County, are experiencing far lower infection rates.