Ideal weather conditions for the fungus are helping kill browntail moth caterpillars, which cause an itchy rash in humans.
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Health and lifestyle stories from the Portland Press Herald.
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In rural Maine, efforts to provide drug treatment often met with resistance, despite high demand
Only about 2,400 people live in the Lincoln County town of Whitefield, where a 54-bed recovery residence recently opened in spite of heavy opposition.
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Republican leaders call for probes into alleged Affordable Care Act fraud
Republicans have countered that the program’s purpose has been distorted and that Democrats have been too generous in providing federal subsidies for private health insurance.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Maine CDC issues warning after child’s death is linked to influenza
It’s the 6th influenza-related child death in Maine since 2019, according to health officials.
Posted inHealth, Nation & World
Scientists find another way we’re exposed to ‘forever chemicals’: Through our skin
This study adds to the limited body of evidence that proves dermal exposure to PFAS can lead to skin absorption.
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U.S. Supreme Court seems poised to allow emergency abortions in Idaho, report says
Based on a copy of the opinion that was briefly posted prematurely, it does not appear likely the court will fully resolve the issues at the heart of the case.
Posted inBusiness, Health, Maine, News
Augusta assisted living facility with history of violations slated to close in July
Capitol City Manor, a 29-bed facility on State Street, was under investigation in recent months for reports of abuse and neglect.
Posted inHealth, Maine
Mobile medical team aims to reduce overdose deaths in Greater Portland
The van is operated by Greater Portland Health, which serves vulnerable communities in Portland, South Portland and Westbrook.
Posted inBusiness, Health, Lewiston-Auburn, Maine, News
Dempsey Center to open location in Westbrook’s Rock Row
The Dempsey Center plan to expand its counseling and support services at the new location.
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U.S. surgeon general declares gun violence a public health emergency
Dr. Vivek Murthy calls on the U.S. to ban automatic rifles, introduce universal background checks for purchasing guns, regulate the industry, pass laws that would restrict their use in public spaces and penalize people who fail to safely store their weapons.