Maine Compass: As our state’s diabetes rate soars, free program aims to help those at risk

The MaineHealth Diabetes Prevention Program can cut chances of developing this serious condition by up to 75 percent.

George Smith: Lots to be aggravated about

From CMP's misleading ads to Trump's poor environmental record, there's a lot of upsetting stuff going on.

Community Compass: Waterville’s ambulance decision will affect other towns

Vassalboro first responders would like to offer our unwavering support for Delta Ambulance. 

Maine Compass: End insurance wait periods for children’s dental treatment

Tooth decay progresses more quickly in children, making a common insurance industry practice dangerous.

Commentary: Doctors are unnecessarily torturing dying dementia patients

Think about how you want to be cared for at the end of life, write it down and regularly remind your family and doctor of this directive.

Maine Compass: Single-payer would give U.S. patients, caregivers more control over health care system

Weaker campaign finance laws have enabled insurers and Big Pharma to create a system that benefits only them.

Another View: Painkiller guidelines must keep chronic pain in mind

Rep. Chloe Maxmin: Bridging the gap between politics, community

A freshman legislator looks back at her first session in office.

Maine Compass: Congress must protect net neutrality

The internet is meant to be open and fair for all of us, says the local owner of a software startup.

Maine Compass: U.S. future role in climate fight uncertain as U.N. summit nears

The U.S. will be able to leave the Paris accord Nov. 4, 2020. What will that mean for the other countries at next week's gathering?