State says Bridgton woman can be guardian or provider, but not both

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November 3, 2019

State says Bridgton woman can be guardian or provider, but not both

Debbie Ogle provides shared living services to David Noyes, who has intellectual disabilities. She's also his legal guardian. And that's the problem.
Published
November 1, 2019

Warren pledges no middle class tax hike to fund $20 trillion health care plan

The senator's sweeping proposal is quickly attacked by her moderate rivals, including former Vice President Joe Biden.
Published
October 31, 2019

Watchdog report cites problems with N.H. child protection system

Systemic issues include an outdated filing system, strained relationships with other agencies and internal biases among staff members.
Published
October 30, 2019

UNE students will provide free dental care on Friday

Dental students in Portland will provide free dental care to uninsured patients who cannot afford treatment, as part of the annual Dentists Who Care for ME program by the Maine Dental Association.
Published
October 30, 2019

Maine ACA enrollment expected to drop as state continues its Medicaid expansion

Thousands of Mainers who have enrolled in Affordable Care Act coverage will be switched to Medicaid in 2020, getting a better health insurance plan in the process.
Published
October 29, 2019

Maine aims to test every toddler for possible lead poisoning

A new law requires screenings for every child at ages 1 and 2 in bid to catch lead exposure early and minimize the health impact it can have.
Published
October 23, 2019

Bates teacher, students make scientific breakthrough in treating diseases

A Bates College assistant professor and his students have created a new molecule that could change the way we treat some of humanity's most dreaded diseases.
Published
October 23, 2019

Is the stethoscope dying? High-tech rivals pose a challenge

It's threatened by hand-held devices that are also pressed against the chest but rely on ultrasound technology.
Published
October 22, 2019

After losing state contract, service provider blames DHHS for death of client with disability

The CEO of Residential and Community Support Services accuses the state of dropping off Norman Fisher, 62, without the insulin he needed to treat his diabetes.
Published
October 17, 2019

Juul halts sales of fruit, dessert flavors for e-cigarettes

Juul, the best-selling e-cigarette brand in the U.S., has been besieged by scrutiny, including multiple investigations by Congress, the Food and Drug Administration and several state attorneys general.