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Nation & World, Politics

Republicans lack votes – and appetite – to end Obamacare

by ALAN FRAM Associated Press September 11, 2018October 10, 2018

John McCain’s successor says he would vote to repeal, but a vote is unlikely to be called.

Business, Local & State

MedRhythms completes $5 million funding round

by J. Craig Anderson September 7, 2018September 7, 2018

The Portland-based startup aims to help patients with brain injuries recover walking functions.

Editorials, Opinion

Our View: Health of older adults hinges on more than just diet

by The Editorial Board September 5, 2018September 5, 2018

A fresh-food program connects them to local farmers and fosters a sense of community.

Health, Local & State, News

Lewiston hospitals illegally turned away patients experiencing mental health crises

by Noel K. Gallagher August 31, 2018September 1, 2018

Central Maine Medical Center and St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center both have both pledged to change their policies and increase staff education to eliminate the ‘patient dumping’ that is illegal under federal law.

Health, Maine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion

Maine Voices: Kavanaugh would endanger women’s right to make nuanced pregnancy choices

by Barbara Miller Special to the Press Herald August 31, 2018August 31, 2018

Termination might be the best option when a developing child has a debilitating condition or when delivery would pose a risk to the mother.

Business, Nation & World

Microsoft tells its partners to offer paid family leave

by Danielle Paquette The Washington Post August 30, 2018August 30, 2018

Microsoft says it will sign contracts only with service providers who give their employees 12 weeks of paid family leave.

Business, Local & State

Grants will increase hospice services to Maine cancer patients

by J. Craig Anderson August 22, 2018August 22, 2018

The grants from the Maine Cancer Foundation will go to six programs that are volunteer-driven.

Health, Nation & World, News

Dementia research shows taking care of your heart helps your brain

by Karen Kaplan Tribune News Service August 21, 2018August 22, 2018

A study of more than 6,600 seniors in France found that the better they scored on measures of cardiovascular health the lower their risk of dementia as they aged.