They see it as a political trap and worry that it will fracture his working- and middle-class coalition.
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Citing opioid treatment needs, N.H. governor rejects Republican health care proposal
New Hampshire governor Chris Sununu, a Republican, says that the current Republican health care plan is ‘definitely not a bill I’m signing on to, to be sure.’
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LePage defends handling of opioid crisis, says treatment is available and free
Addicts without insurance can get help at certain methadone clinics, he says while blaming Democrats for fighting his efforts to add treatment capacity.
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Medicare nominee confirmed by Senate
Seema Verma takes the reins as a House Republican health care bill would make sweeping changes to the agency.
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138-bed nursing home sought in Augusta
The $76.8 million project for veterans would build on the city’s vision for a medical district.
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Ryan defends health care plan against criticism of Republicans, AARP, industry
The interview comes a day before the scheduled release of an analysis from the Congressional Budget Office expected to show how many people would lose coverage under the proposal.
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Alfond cancer center teams with Jackson Lab to create genomics research hub
The program in Augusta will let Maine oncologists share their methods and ideas for patient treatments.
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New doctors can now work longer, up to 24-hour shifts under new rules
The rules that take effect this summer will eliminate the 16-hour shift limit on first-year residents.
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What the new Republican health care plan means for you
Younger, healthier people may have cheaper coverage options, but costs could climb for older patients with chronic conditions and people with low incomes.