China bought the world some time, but scientists say countries could be doing more.
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Crowd at committee hearing supports bill to cap insulin costs in Maine
The proposal to limit out-of-pocket spending for insulin was among a package of health care cost-control and pricing transparency measures that drew dozens to a public hearing at the State House.
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Thirty-nine states launch investigation into Juul’s marketing
The attorneys general will look into the company’s claims about the safety and effectiveness of its vaping products.
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Public health officials warn senators of ‘inevitable’ spread of coronavirus in U.S.
Businesses, health-care facilities and even schools are being urged to plan now for ways to limit the impact of the illness when it spreads further in the U.S.
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Senators from both parties question U.S. readiness for virus
The Trump administration’s health secretary notes that nearly 2 months after the first alarms were raised, there’s no evidence the virus has spread in the U.S. beyond patients infected overseas and a few close relatives.
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Opponents of new vaccine law take on supporters during televised debate
Supporters of the new law to eliminate religious and philosophical exemptions argue that science supports their position while those who want to see the law repealed say it infringes on parental rights.
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Vaping battle heats up as FDA deadline looms
Many smaller manufacturers of vaping products say they can’t afford an evaluation for health benefits; critics say they should have known this day was coming.
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Donations pouring in as Maine vaccine referendum nears
With a week remaining before a statewide vote on the new vaccine law, pro-vaccination groups have raised $746,000, compared to $527,000 for groups working to overturn the measure.
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Vaccine vote exposes a collision of individual, community rights
Maine’s new mandate for school-age children pits individual rights against those of the greater community. Parents argue they just want their kids to be safe.
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California city granted request to block transfer of quarantined patients
The restraining order prohibits authorities from transporting anyone with coronavirus or exposed to the disease to Costa Mesa before a hearing Monday.