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Health care

Published
July 24, 2014

Rebates on insurance divvied out to 20,000 Mainers

Aetna will lower premiums or send out checks because its administrative costs exceeded the Obamacare cap in 2013.
Published
July 24, 2014

Investigators using fake identities secure health insurance

The weak link seems to be call centers helping frazzled consumers unable to get through online.
Published
July 23, 2014

Bubonic plague death closes Chinese town

The 38-year-old man had been in contact with a marmot, officials say.
Published
July 22, 2014

Two rulings split on legality of subsidies under Obamacare

One appeals court panel says the premium reducers are barred in federal marketplaces like Maine's, but experts say there's no need to worry about losing them.
Published
July 21, 2014

Study: Better schools may boost poor teens’ health

The research spotlights risky health behavior by low-income high school students in Los Angeles.

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Published
July 16, 2014

Doctor shortages acute in poor communities

Physicians are following privately insured patients to more affluent areas rather than remaining where they're needed most, research shows.
Published
July 10, 2014

Maine nonprofit plans new ad campaign for Affordable Care Act signups

The Maine Health Access Foundation will target hard-to-reach populations and those who are reluctant to sign up for benefits.
Published
July 10, 2014

Democrats introduce legislation to bypass contraception ruling

The House and Senate measures would force all employers to abide by the Obamacare mandate. 'Decisions about women's health should be left to women, and not their bosses,' says Maine Rep. Chellie Pingree, D-1st District.
Published
July 7, 2014

Portland repeals buffer zone around clinic that provides abortions

Councilors say the ordinance probably isn't legal in light of a Supreme Court ruling, and they will find an alternative way to shield patients from protesters.
Published
July 5, 2014

Psychedelic mushrooms may have lasting benefits

A study finds psilocybin could unlock emotions, helping users to let go of depression and anxiety.