Through a partnership with Idexx, it appears the Mills administration has secured enough tests to move forward safely.
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Idexx-made COVID-19 test kits get emergency approval from FDA
They are being produced by the Westbrook animal health company’s subsidiary, Opti Medical Systems of Roswell, Ga.
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Idexx reports strong earnings for first quarter, with uncertainty ahead
The Westbrook-based company says it is uncertain about the impact of the coronavirus pandemic.
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Idexx to be second company in Maine producing COVID-19 test kits
The Westbrook-based veterinary diagnostics company also will offer animal COVID-19 testing to veterinarians.
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Idexx cutting workers’ pay by 10% as business wanes during outbreak
The Westbrook-based biotechnology company is also suspending some benefits, including a 401(k) match, as it deals with fallout from the coronavirus pandemic.
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Maine employers send workers home, make drastic changes
The coronavirus is forcing large Portland-area businesses to adopt new rules to keep workers healthy and business humming.
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Idexx tested thousands of cats and dogs for coronavirus. None had it.
The Westbrook-based veterinary diagnostics firm says the tests confirm earlier assessments that pets cannot contract the disease.
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Covetrus co-founder David Shaw to leave board of directors
He says he will not seek re-election to the Portland veterinary company’s board, citing personal health reasons.
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Idexx reportedly laying off workers in Wisconsin
The newspaper Wisconsin State Farmer reported that the Westbrook-based company plans to lay off more than 50 workers at two facilities.
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Maine veterinary startup receives $40 million investment
Rarebreed Veterinary Partners invests in and provides a variety of services to veterinary operations.