New versions of omicron BA.2 are even more contagious and are contributing to the sharp rise in infections and increasing hospitalizations.
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Our View: Kids under 5 need a vaccine, and exhausted parents need a break
Everything we know shows that the shots are safe and effective, even for the youngest children.
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Posted inBusiness, Nation & World
Sneakers, elastic pants: People alter office wear amid COVID-19
After working remotely in sweats and yoga pants for two years, many Americans are rethinking their wardrobes to balance comfort and professionalism as offices reopen.
Posted inLocal & State
Hospitalizations decline slightly as Maine reports 791 new cases of COVID-19
The University of Maine System reported a jump in the number of cases on its campuses, from 54 last week to 187 on Monday, and the system has updated its masking requirements.
Posted inNation & World
Virus mutations aren’t slowing down, as new omicron subvariant shows
No amount of vaccination or boosting can create a perfect shield against infection.
Posted inLocal & State
Maine reports rising number of COVID-19 hospitalizations
The increase comes after the state reported its highest number of new cases in nearly two months.
Posted inNation & World
Racial split on COVID-19 endures as restrictions ease, polls show
People of color are more likely to feel measures like mask mandates are needed.
Posted inLocal & State
Maine records more than 1,000 new COVID-19 cases
The state reported 1,018 new COVID cases, more than double the number reported Friday, and 3 additional deaths.
Posted inNation & World
COVID deaths no longer overwhelmingly among unvaccinated
Vaccinated people made up 42% of fatalities in January and February during the highly contagious omicron variant’s surge, and the toll on the elderly is growing.
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FDA sets June meetings on COVID vaccines for youngest kids
The public review of a vaccine vaccine is typically the final step before authorizing the shots.