Health
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PublishedMay 11, 2016
Research raises questions about link between folic acid, autism
A new study is far from conclusive, and adequate amounts of the vitamin have been shown to prevent birth defects.
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PublishedApril 5, 2016
Flu remains widespread this spring in Maine
The report for March had 36 new hospitalizations as influenza peaked.
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PublishedMarch 30, 2016
FDA relaxes guidelines for abortion pill
The changes mean that women will be able to use the medication up to 70 days into a pregnancy, and it can be administered by a nurse practitioner, not just a physician.
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PublishedMarch 18, 2016
Traditional drug stores in Maine making way for retail clinics
Patrons of these walk-in clinics can get quick, cheaper health care services - and buy cosmetics and toiletries.
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PublishedMarch 18, 2016
Wait time shortens as medical practices become more efficient
Maine ranks No. 3 in the country for shortest wait time for medical care.
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PublishedMarch 18, 2016
Mainers need more vitamin D. Fact or fiction?
The director Center for Clinical & Translational Research at Maine Medical Center is recruiting people now to participate in a three-year clinical trial he's conducting with Tufts Medical Center to test the efficacy of vitamin D to prevent diabetes.
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PublishedMarch 18, 2016
Website gives consumers tools to compare medical procedures
The recently launched comparemaine.org allows Mainers to compare costs, infection rates and patient satisfaction at 200 health care facilities.
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PublishedMarch 18, 2016
You need a doctor, but finding one isn’t always easy
Use these tips to make finding a primary care provider easier.
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PublishedMarch 18, 2016
Workers grapple with lack of paid sick leave
Employers with generous benefits say workers don't abuse paid time off.
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PublishedMarch 14, 2016
Why kids with August birthdays are more likely to get an ADHD diagnosis
Educators say kids, especially boys, who have trouble sitting still in kindergarten are more apt to get the diagnosis.
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