Letters were sent to officials in Iowa, South Carolina, Utah, Oklahoma and Tennessee, all of which bar local districts from mandating masks.
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EU takes Americans off its safe-visitor list as COVID-19 cases rise in U.S.
The guidance is nonbinding, however, and U.S. travelers should expect a mishmash of travel rules across the continent.
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Judge restores unvaccinated Illinois mom’s right to see son
The judge had earlier ruled the mother could not see her 11-year-old son until she got the COVID-19 vaccine.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Most Maine health plans no longer waive patient costs for COVID-19 treatment
Only one major insurer, Community Health Options, is bucking the national trend and waiving cost-sharing for COVID-19 patients through the end of the year.
Posted inHealth, Lewiston-Auburn, Maine
With health care systems stretched thin, physicians reframe the debate over vaccines
Doctors address protection and support for medical community and why vaccinations are key to that.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education
How schools are dealing with COVID-19 safety
School has started and the Sun Journal rounds up pandemic measures: In-school or remote learning, testing and links to district website for more information.
Posted inMaine
Maine CDC reports 415 new COVID-19 cases, two more deaths
The new cases are the most reported in a single day since May 3, indicating that the current surge in infections and hospitalizations is likely far from over.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education
Parent sues district over mask mandate in Winslow schools
Scott Fortuna says a decision by the Winslow School Board to require masks indoors infringes on his rights as a parent to make medical decisions for his child.
Posted inNation / World
More COVID-19 shots, studies offer hope for U.S. schools
The Biden administration says half of U.S. adolescents ages 12-17 have gotten at least their first vaccine, as research shows schools that can open safely if they do the right things.
Posted inBusiness, Nation / World
COVID-19 surge pummels Hawaii and its native population
The governor is urging tourists to stay away and residents to limit travel, and leaders are reimposing caps on sizes of social gatherings.