The proposal requires state-regulated insurers to cover coronavirus screening, testing and immunization at no cost to patients.
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Sagadahoc County leads state in fully vaccinated population percentage
As of Wednesday, just under 17% of Sagadahoc County residents were fully vaccinated against the COVID-19 pandemic, a higher percentage than any other county in the state.
Maine setting new records for ‘shots in arms’
Maine’s vaccine clinics gave a record 17,651 doses on Wednesday, and the state is again among the nation’s most efficient at delivering inoculations.
Wiscasset nonprofit farm facing $30,000 shortfall receives wave of donations
Morris Farm in Wiscasset received about $25,000 to help cover a shortfall caused by the pandemic.
Nearly 1 in 8 Maine residents now fully vaccinated against COVID-19
Meanwhile, the state reported 195 new cases of the virus on Wednesday but no additional deaths.
Modest increases in vaccine due for next 2 weeks, with a big boost expected by end of March
Maine also announced a program to give free rides to COVID-19 vaccine appointments.
Maine setting records for shots given as national vaccinations ramp up
The CDC reported 132 new COVID-19 cases Monday but no additional deaths.
Maine Catholic churches will increase capacity this month
Bishop Robert Deeley says Catholic churches will allow for 50% capacity at all Masses starting in late March.
Maine reports 225 new virus cases, no additional deaths
Maine expects a decrease in vaccine doses delivered next week, with eligibility newly open to residents in their 60s along with teachers and child care workers.
Maine vaccine shipments to drop next week, just as eligibility expands to include teachers
The state will not receive any doses of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine after getting 15,000 this week, but more doses may go directly to retail pharmacies next week.