Opioids: A continuing epidemic, within a pandemic
As COVID-19 captures the public’s attention, Maine’s battle with opioid addiction rages on.
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Awash in federal cash, Maine counties ponder limited ways to spend it
County government here has limited duties. Some officials say the American Rescue Plan Act presumes they do much more, and guidance on using the money is needed.
Nursing homes face ongoing staff shortages — a problem that predates the pandemic
The use of contract nurses and assistants in Maine has soared since 2017 as administrators scramble for solutions.
Spreading vaccine fears. And cashing in.
Meet the influencers making millions by dealing doubt about the coronavirus vaccines.
Maine to publish staff vaccination rates from hospitals and other healthcare facilities
An industry survey reveals that 76% of Maine hospital employees are vaccinated, and the state will soon announce the totals of each healthcare facility.
Barely hanging on
Her grandson took his life. Then her daughter overdosed. “When people are crying for help, you’ve got to take them seriously,” said Rhonda McIver.
Despite federal bailout, Maine’s largest hospitals ended 2020 in the red
While CARES Act funding helped the state’s three biggest healthcare systems, it wasn’t enough to offset pandemic costs.