The drop comes after Congress failed to extend certain tax credits that expire at the end of the year, leading premiums to increase by an average of 77% in Maine.
health care
MaineHealth seeking ways to connect youths to gender-affirming care if federal rules take effect
New rules would ‘leave lasting scars’ on transgender youth, advocate says.
As enrollment deadline approaches, ACA premiums set to spike in Maine
The average ACA premium for 2026 is projected to increase 77% in Maine.
2025 reflections and gratitude from Oasis Free Clinics
The clinic provided care to over 440 patients this year, delivered almost 2,000 medical visits and dispensed almost 1,000 prescriptions through its pharmacy.
Learn about affordable health care in Maine with Freeport Chamber of Commerce
The director of the Office of the Health Insurance Marketplace will speak about coverage options for individuals and small businesses.
Maine small business owners bracing for soaring health care premiums if ACA tax credits expire
They join self-employed workers at a roundtable Monday to discuss the potentially devastating increases with U.S. Rep. Chellie Pingree, D-1st District, and Gov. Janet Mills.
Health care and housing: Maine people are paying for Washington’s mistakes
Families without health care coverage are more likely to fall into financial instability. Families without a home are more vulnerable when illness strikes.
Aroostook County loses trans-friendly primary care
Health experts say Maine Family Planning’s clinics were northern Maine’s safest option for transgender patients.
Federal shutdown creates uncertainty for Maine cancer patient struggling to stay warm
Harsh winters used to be no problem for Baileyville resident Gerard Berry, then he got sick with stomach cancer, lost weight and burned more fuel trying to stay warm.
Lewiston hospital to end trauma center status over ‘burdensome costs’
The move will leave Maine with 2 trauma centers, but CMMC officials say patients won’t ‘notice much of a change.’