Inpatients are younger and from rural areas, and the virus variant from U.K. may be part of the reason.
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Coronavirus reaches Everest base camp, creating ‘perfect setup for a superspreader event’
Many common coronavirus symptoms bear a close resemblance to the symptoms of altitude sickness and the “Khumbu cough” that often plagues climbers at high altitudes.
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How long does protection from COVID-19 vaccines last?
Since the COVID-19 vaccines haven’t been around that long, it’s not yet known how long their protection lasts
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Vaccine shipments to Maine will jump next week, as COVID-19 cases remain high
The state will receive a sharp increase in shipments of the Moderna vaccine, enabling independent pharmacies and local public safety departments to offer clinics.
Posted inMaine, News
New interactive map shows mass transit routes to vaccine providers in southern Maine
COVID-19 vaccine providers are highlighted on bus, train and ferry routes throughout Cumberland and York counties.
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Maine adapted election rules for the pandemic; bills would make changes permanent
Measures call for continuing the use of ballot drop boxes and an absentee ballot tracking tool.
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Burning Man mulling mandatory COVID-19 vaccines for August festival
The organizers back off an earlier statement indicating that they had already decided to require the shots.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News
Auburn rescinds its city emergency declaration for COVID-19
AUBURN — City officials have lifted a state of emergency tied to the pandemic that has been in place a year, stating they don’t foresee needing to impose further restrictions on top of the current state guidelines. Mayor Jason Levesque announced the decision at a City Council meeting late Tuesday. By Wednesday morning, he said […]
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Maine may offer more walk-in vaccine clinics as demand softens amid surge in COVID-19 cases
Some providers are looking at changing their method of scheduling vaccination appointments as there are small signs that demand is softening, especially in rural areas.
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Federal internet reimbursements expected to begin this spring
Eligible households using participating broadband providers could see their internet bill decreased by $50.