New Zealand learned from the Native people there and avoided the worst of COVID’s toll. We should heed their experience.
public health
Posted inThe Forecaster
Portland Public Health opens vaccine clinic on India Street
Portland Public Health began offering the single-dose COVID-19 vaccine from Johnson & Johnson this week at its clinic at 103 India St. The vaccine will be made available to the general public regardless of residency, as well as for clients of the Portland Community Free Clinic, the STD Clinic and the Needle Exchange Program. For […]
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Posted inGreg Kesich, Op-eds, Opinion
The View From Here: Unmasking a ‘political animal’
Facing a problem that’s bigger than us, trust is a survival tool.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Insight: Finding faith in COVID’s uncertainty
Public health protocols may have led to limited attendance in houses of worship, but for many the need for prayer has grown.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: How to vaccinate humanity against COVID – one at a time
A single patient is filled with enough gratitude to make even the toughest clinician humble – and honored.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Maine communities have a responsibility to act against domestic violence
If someone is experiencing abuse, each of us can support them. Likewise, each of us can be a point of accountability for someone who abuses their partner.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: For equity and justice, it’s time to end sale of flavored tobacco in Maine
The survival of our LGBTQ youth depends on not selling harmful products targeted at kids and marginalized communities.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Liberalizing nation’s marijuana laws is not the answer to opioid misuse
Data show that Maine and the other 49 states risk a new addiction crisis by legalizing pot across the country.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Let’s close gaps in MaineCare to achieve health equity for all Mainers
For the well-being of every resident and Maine’s economy, everyone needs access to affordable care, regardless of their immigration status.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: What’s next for fully vaccinated Mainers?
As more people reduce their risk of catching or spreading the virus, we need more-nuanced public health guidance.