The results bode well for vaccines, which provoke the immune system to make antibodies – substances that attach to a virus and help it be eliminated.
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A season of fear, not cheer, as COVID-19 changes Christmas
The patchwork of restrictions being imposed by local and national governments across the world varies widely, but few holiday observances will look normal this year.
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Bath shipyard continues reporting new COVID-19 cases
Bath Iron Works has reported new cases nearly every day for the past five weeks. As of Wednesday, 57 workers have tested positive so far this month, according to the company’s website.
Posted inLocal Sports
Junior hockey notes: NAHL extends regular season
The North American Hockey League announced teams will have until May 15th to complete the regular season. The USPHL is bringing women’s hockey standouts to the Tampa Hub City event.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Despite warnings, thousands of Mainers expected to travel for holidays
Winter holiday travel will be far less prevalent than in previous years, but many will still hit the road as public officials urge caution amid the raging pandemic.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Jobless claims remain high in Maine as pandemic rages
Nearly 3,000 more state unemployment claims were filed last week as President Trump casts doubt on an aid package that would benefit tens of thousands of jobless Mainers.
Posted inMaine, News
Maine prepares to expand COVID-19 vaccine rollout; reports first allergic reaction
An unidentified worker at Maine Medical Center who has a history of severe allergies was doing well after being treated for anaphylaxis Tuesday.
Posted inHealth, Nation / World
Can employers make COVID-19 vaccination mandatory?
Yes, with some exceptions. Experts say businesses can require COVID-19 vaccinations for employees, but that doesn’t mean they will
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Jobless claims remain high, raising stakes for Trump’s new demands on economic relief bill
If Trump does not sign the $900 billion stimulus package, 12 million Americans will lose unemployment aid after Christmas.
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Maine shatters another COVID-19 record, reports 748 new cases
The Maine CDC recorded 8 more deaths, but noted that many of the new cases were from a test results backlog that the agency has begun to process and enter into the case reporting system.