Eastern equine encephalitis virus is found in mosquitoes in Maine

The virus has been detected in Maine mosquitoes for the first time since 2019 and the last known human case of EEE was in 2015.

Some senior planning considerations … before you’re a senior

Are you prepared? Lifelong Lewiston leader advocates for end-of-life planning

Rachel Desgrosseilliers, who is helping take care of two elderly individuals, said that if planning is ignored, 'the stress and strife it places on family or the ones left is horrendous.'

Central Maine Healthcare shifts annual exams for women from OB-GYN office

The hospital system is asking that women seek annual exams through other medical offices, such as their primary care practice.

COVID-19 infection figures are lower than a year ago

New COVID-19 vaccines arrive in Maine, but supplies will grow next week

The vaccine is recommended for everyone ages 6 months and older and some pharmacies are offering limited appointments for the shots.

There’s no sign of widespread COVID-19 mandates, but Republicans are warning of them anyway

While some individual schools and colleges have implemented temporary mask requirements, federal and state leaders don't appear to be considering widespread COVID-19 restrictions with the pandemic over.

New COVID-19 vaccines are on the way. When will they be available and who should get them?

Federal regulators approved the latest COVID-19 vaccine this week, and shots are expected to be available within days.

Mainers with long-term care insurance facing hefty premium increases

Pending rate requests from various insurance policies for long-term care go as high as 152%.

Maine marketplace health insurance rates to rise by nearly 15% in 2024

But most rate-payers won't have to deal with the increase because they qualify for tax credits.