Mosquito-control experts aren’t surprised, and point out that the insect is capable of breeding in just a bottle cap of standing water.
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Health and lifestyle stories from the Portland Press Herald.
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Toss the floss? Finding proof the stuff does any good is like pulling teeth
The government has even stopped backing the long-recommended practice, but some dentists say it can’t hurt.
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Brunswick woman taking gamble that stem cells will restore vision
Charlene Ouellet is paying $21,000 for an experimental and controversial procedure by a doctor in Florida.
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Scientists find potent antibiotic in – of all places – the human nose
The scientists say the substance has antimicrobial effects against a wide range of bacteria, including antibiotic-resistant superbugs such as MRSA.
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As lower-dosage law nears, Maine doctors prepare to wean patients off opioids
About 16,000 Mainers are affected by the stricter mandate, and some medical professionals worry they will turn to heroin.
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Maine groups work on opioid fix: More access to Suboxone
They’re trying to persuade additional doctors to prescribe the pill that reduces cravings and often turns lives around, but there are numerous obstacles.
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Behavior could signal dementia before memory slips
A syndrome researchers call ‘mild behavioral impairment’ may indicate dementia is brewing.
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Federal grant will help enhance autism services in Maine
The $2.2 million will be used to train 45 pediatricians, teachers, educators and other health professionals about autism and other neurodevelopmental disorders.
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U.S. sues to block two mergers of large health insurance companies
Consumers and competition would suffer if Anthem takes over Cigna and Aetna absorbs Humana, antitrust regulators say.
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Maine CDC wants to limit what you can know about disease outbreaks
A year after the Portland Press Herald sued to get the names of schools with multiple chicken pox cases, the agency looks for more authority to deny records requests.