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PublishedFebruary 12, 2021
Another View: Big ask for new federal CDC director
Congress must give Rochelle Walensky the support she needs to rebuild the agency’s credibility.
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PublishedNovember 22, 2020
Maine Voices: If you follow traffic laws, then follow COVID guidelines, too
We stop at stop signs even though they're annoying, because it helps our society. The same goes for wearing a mask to protect ourselves and others.
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PublishedNovember 3, 2020
Commentary: Time to prepare for an even more deadly pandemic
As lethal as this coronavirus has been, a novel influenza – for example – could be worse.
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PublishedOctober 5, 2020
Airborne transmission can spread coronavirus, CDC says in long-awaited update
The update acknowledges growing evidence that under some conditions, people farther than six feet apart can be infected by droplets and particles that float for minutes and hours.
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PublishedSeptember 23, 2020
U.S. experts tell Congress ‘no cutting corners’ as vaccine tests expand
However, President Trump continues to push for a faster timeline, which many experts say is risky and may not allow for adequate testing.
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PublishedSeptember 16, 2020
CDC director says coronavirus vaccines won’t be widely available until middle of 2021
But President Trump later questions the testimony of Robert Redfield, saying the CDC chief was wrong in his estimation of how fast a potential vaccine will be available to the general public.
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PublishedAugust 12, 2020
Our View: Distributing COVID-19 vaccine will not be easy
Once a safe, effective vaccine is developed, the hard part begins.
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PublishedAugust 12, 2020
Our View: Distributing COVID-19 vaccine will not be easy
Once a safe, effective vaccine is developed, the hard part begins.
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PublishedJune 12, 2020
Federal CDC posts long-awaited guidance for reducing everyday virus risk
The agency also offers advice on organizing and attending big gatherings such as concerts, sporting events, protests and political rallies.
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PublishedJune 1, 2020
Commentary: Mainers need health clubs to reopen
Gyms and fitness studios are integral to restoring and maintaining the health of Maine residents.