Maine health providers cautious, but optimistic on AI
The state's largest health care systems have already incorporated the technology into certain areas of practice, but many small providers are wary.
Legislature considers push for MaineCare to cover doula services
Advocates say increasing access to doulas could help improve health outcomes in the state.
A new bill could make it easier for Mainers to get small loans. It would also allow lenders to charge more.
Supporters claim the measure would help people in need of emergency funds, but opponents say it would undo protections against predatory lenders.
Maine’s childhood vaccination rates have benefited from the elimination of nonmedical exemptions
Maine had one of the highest opt-out rates in the country during the 2017-2018 school year.
‘Do we hit pause? Do we pull the plug?’: In Maine, questions follow federal funding freeze
Nonprofit leaders and others reliant on federal grants said the Trump administration’s order put crucial services in jeopardy. And it’s unclear how to proceed.
Working group recommends regulating intoxicating hemp
The group of health experts and producers wants the state to create age limits for intoxicating hemp-derived products and put a cap on the amount of THC in beverages.
These are 31 bills to watch in the 132nd Legislature
We examined legislation recently introduced that you should pay attention to.
