Orders can be placed at COVIDTests.gov starting Sept. 25, and the no-cost tests will be delivered for free by the United States Postal Service.
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Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
The Maine Millennial: COVID hits some of us harder than others
I could take time off from my job to recover without forgoing pay. Millions aren’t so fortunate.
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Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Meta can’t dodge controversy on Threads forever
Restricting searches on terms like ‘COVID’ is a flawed response to the challenge social platforms face balancing public safety and free expression.
Posted inHealth, Local & State
New COVID-19 vaccines arrive in Maine, but supplies will grow next week
The vaccine is recommended for everyone ages 6 months and older and some pharmacies are offering limited appointments for the shots.
Posted inHealth, Nation & World, Politics
There’s no sign of widespread COVID-19 mandates, but Republicans are warning of them anyway
While some individual schools and colleges have implemented temporary mask requirements, federal and state leaders don’t appear to be considering widespread COVID-19 restrictions with the pandemic over.
Posted inHealth, Local & State
New COVID-19 vaccines are on the way. When will they be available and who should get them?
Federal regulators approved the latest COVID-19 vaccine this week, and shots are expected to be available within days.
Posted inHealth, Nation & World, News
CDC panel recommends updated COVID vaccines. Shots could be ready this week
Experts worry that immunity from previous vaccinations and infections is fading in many people, and a new shot would save many lives.
Posted inNation & World
New Jersey failed veterans in state-run homes hit by dozens of COVID-19 deaths, federal report says
A scathing federal report has found New Jersey’s two state-run veterans homes were unprepared to keep residents safe during the COVID-19 outbreak, violating their constitutional rights to reasonable care while in state custody.
Posted inNation & World
First lady Jill Biden tests positive for COVID, but president’s results negative so far
WASHINGTON — First lady Jill Biden tested positive for COVID-19 Monday but is experiencing only mild symptoms, her spokeswoman said. President Joe Biden was tested for the virus following his wife’s positive test, but his results were negative. White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said the president would continue testing regularly and would be monitored […]
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: COVID’S back. Who’s most likely to get it again?
Anyone still dragging their heels on booster shots should reconsider in a few weeks.