We may or may not be heading for a severe surge. But if we are, the new booster shots will help limit its impact.
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COVID-19 booster shot rollout accelerates in Maine
Supplies are sufficient, and demand is brisk, experts say.
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Al Roker tests positive for COVID-19 as Bill Karins fills in for ‘Today’ show’s Ian coverage
The ‘Today” show weatherman is feeling fine, with just mild symptoms according to host Koda Kotb.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World, News
All major cruise lines will soon allow unvaccinated travelers
Disney cruises will stop mandating vaccination in October, marking the final major cruise line to drop the requirement for most U.S. sailings.
Posted inHealth, Local & State
Maine expands program for free at-home COVID-19 testing
Maine households can now order 1 free COVID-19 test kit per month.
Posted inBusiness, Health, Local & State, News
Why some places haven’t given up their mask mandates
The few cafes, stores and venues in Portland that still require masks say it’s to protect their staff and put concerned customers at ease.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Parents shaped COVID-19 policies more than politics did
That the pandemic served as ‘a wrecking ball for … public education’ is in no doubt. But blame should not be laid on schools alone.
Posted inNation & World, News
Canada likely to drop vaccine requirement to enter
It is not immediately known whether the U.S. will make a similar move by Sept. 30.
Posted inHealth, Local & State
Thousands of Maine people per day getting their booster doses
Supplies are ‘sufficient, but limited,’ says Maine CDC Director Dr. Nirav Shah.
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New York City ending vaccine mandate for private employers on Nov. 1
New York City will lift its private-sector COVID-19 vaccine mandate on Nov. 1 but will continue to require city employees to be vaccinated against the virus.