Maine News
News stories from the past 60 days.
Sep 27, 2024 - Presents an overview of a panel discussion on social connection and the public health dangers associated with loneliness at the University of Southern Maine. Notes that rural populations may face increased barriers to social connection due to physical proximity. Features a variety of initiatives working to enhance social connection across the state including marketing campaigns, online mental health resources, and school-based programs.
Source: Maine Morning Star
Aug 25, 2024 - Profiles the owner of an independent nursing home in rural Aroostook County, Maine. Describes how factors including reimbursement rates, staffing shortages, and changing regulations have led to decreases in profitability over the past decades, and contributed to numerous recent closures. Features a variety of expert perspectives on recent efforts by the Maine state government to update reimbursement rates and payment models.
Source: The Maine Monitor
Aug 20, 2024 - Discusses efforts to address health workforce shortages in Maine by exploring a new medical school. Maine is one of 6 states with no school offering an MD degree. 13 of Maine's 16 counties are partial Health Professional Shortage Areas.
Source: Maine Morning Star
Last Updated: 9/30/2024