The development illustrates the challenge the nation faces in trying to conquer the coronavirus pandemic.
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Posted inHealth, Lewiston-Auburn, Local & State
State health officials: Androscoggin County’s high COVID-19 rate likely related to low vaccination rate
On Wednesday, the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention reported 625 people for every 10,000 residents in Androscoggin County had tested positive for the disease
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Posted inHealth, Local & State
Somerset County sees largest single-day increase in COVID-19 cases
Nearly a quarter of the total cases reported in the county documented over the past 30 days.
Posted inHealth, Local & State
Somerset County sees largest single-day increase in COVID-19 cases
Nearly a quarter of the total cases reported in the county documented over the past 30 days.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Cops & Courts
Emergency grants available for 20 Maine performing artists
The Ellis-Beauregard Foundation is distributing a total of $50,000.
Posted inHealth, Local & State, Uncategorized
COVID-19 hospitalizations surge across Maine, hit record levels at Lewiston’s CMMC
Inpatients are younger and from rural areas, and the virus variant from U.K. may be part of the reason.
Posted inNation & World
Coronavirus reaches Everest base camp, creating ‘perfect setup for a superspreader event’
Many common coronavirus symptoms bear a close resemblance to the symptoms of altitude sickness and the “Khumbu cough” that often plagues climbers at high altitudes.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Vaccine shipments to Maine will jump next week, as COVID-19 cases remain high
The state will receive a sharp increase in shipments of the Moderna vaccine, enabling independent pharmacies and local public safety departments to offer clinics.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Nation & World, News
Burning Man mulling mandatory COVID-19 vaccines for August festival
The organizers back off an earlier statement indicating that they had already decided to require the shots.
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As thousands protest, German lawmakers approve ’emergency brake’ virus rules
German lawmakers have approved a proposal by Chancellor Angela Merkel’s government to mandate uniform restrictions in areas where the coronavirus is spreading too quickly.