Vaccine bill again splits Maine House and Senate over religious exemption

The House votes to restore a ban on religious exemptions for vaccinations required for school-age children, bouncing the measure back to the Senate.

U.S. measles cases top 700, with many illnesses among kids

Measles continues to spread in the US, with 22 states affected.

Bill to ban vaping at schools sails through Maine Senate

The measure, which would make it illegal to have electronic cigarettes on school grounds in Maine, now goes to the governor.

Divided House passes bill to end most exemptions to school vaccine requirements

The exemptions have allowed parents to avoid vaccinating their children against infectious diseases before they enroll in school, leaving Maine with one of the nation's lowest vaccination rates.

Maine CDC urges flu shots as cases rise about 1,000 in state

Map: Is there flu near you? Maine influenza 2019

See where the latest Maine flu cases are, county by county.

Maine reports 3 flu deaths, and more than 500 cases, so far this season

More cases had been reported at this time last winter, but public health experts say the viruses are unpredictable and urge Mainers: ‘Go get your flu shot.’

Demand is strong for shingles vaccine, but it’s nearly impossible to find

Vaccinate yourself from ?u shot misconceptions

The FDA is redefining healthy food. Do pizza bagels and gum count?