The requirements will be reinstated if the state sees a spike in cases of variants, Dr. Nirav Shah says.
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May Day protesters demand more job protections amid pandemic
International Labor Day is an annual celebration of workers’ rights.
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Hospital fire kills 18 virus patients as India steps up vaccinations
The government shifted its faltering vaccination campaign into high gear Saturday by saying everyone 18 and older would get their shots.
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U.S. to restrict travel from India over COVID starting Tuesday
Citing the spread of the virus and its variants, President Biden signed a proclamation barring entry to most foreigners who have been in India in the past 14 days.
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U.S. coronavirus cases drop as spring wave of infections ebbs
In 42 states and D.C., lower caseloads have been reported in the past two weeks; nationally, cases are at their lowest since October.
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Two dozen inmates at women’s prison have COVID-19
The outbreak at the facility in Windham began 10 days ago.
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Maine school leaders urge state to move quickly on COVID-19 guidelines for fall
As parents in some districts clamor for more in-person learning, the state’s superintendents are pressing state agencies to issue COVID-19 guidelines for the fall term as soon as possible.
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Instagram blocks account of celebrity Maine doctor who spreads vaccine disinformation
Dr. Christiane Northrup is one of the ‘disinformation dozen’ responsible for 65 percent of all COVID-19 vaccine disinformation on social media, according to a Senate report.
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Maine continues trend of fewer cases, but hospital counts still high
Vaccinations continue to increase, with Maine approaching a 50% rate statewide for first doses, but a rising number of critical care hospitalizations shows the virus is still a threat.
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Maine tourism industry expects boost after travel restrictions end Saturday
Residents from all U.S. states will be allowed unrestricted travel to Maine, signifying a potentially booming summer tourism season this year.