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MDI Hospital announced plans to close its birthing unit, making it the tenth Maine hospital to do so in the past decade
The hospital president said the choice to close the unit follows a steep decline in births, calling it a “devastating decision.” The Maine State Nurses Association called it an “abject failure.”
Health care groups push to roll back miscarriage reporting requirements
A MaineHealth official said the current data is 'underreported and inaccurate.'
Potential MaineCare cuts threaten care for children, nursing home residents
"There’s no room to absorb additional costs” in Maine's health care system, according to a health care executive.
As birthing units continue to close, potential solutions emerge
Cross-training staff, incorporating more independent providers, and expanding training in rural areas are solutions proposed by providers and researchers.
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.
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