The MMA is working with state officials to develop the logistics of vaccine distribution and administration of limited vaccine doses for physician members of independent practices, clinical co-workers, and staff members through vaccine hubs located throughout the state.

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Maine COVID-19 Data Summary

Total Cases: 28,407, + 4,908 from Dec 30  (+20.8 percent)

Total Deaths: 426, + 92 from Dec 30  (+27.5 percent)

Health Care Workers: 3,041, + 506 from Dec 30  (+20 percent)

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FDA Issues Alert Regarding SARS-CoV-2 Viral Mutation to Health Care Providers and Clinical Laboratory Staff

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is alerting clinical laboratory staff and health care providers that the FDA is monitoring the potential impact of viral mutations, including an emerging variant from the United Kingdom known as the B.1.1.7 variant, on authorized SARS-CoV-2 molecular tests, and that false negative results can occur with any molecular test for the detection of SARS-CoV-2 if a mutation occurs in the part of the virus’s genome assessed by that test.

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US CDC Updates Contraindications to COVID-19 Vaccination

Summary of recent US CDC changes (last updated January 6, 2021).

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FDA Issues Statement on Following the Authorized Dosing Schedules for COVID-19 Vaccines

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration released a bulletin earlier this week concerning reports that several health experts have recently suggested delaying the second dose of the coronavirus vaccine to inoculate more people with a single dose sooner rather than later.

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Listen and Learn: A Panel Discussion on Racism and Racial Equity in Maine

Tuesday, January 19th 2021 from 6:30-7:30pm
Sponsored by the Maine Medical Association Medical Student Section

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Maine Board of Licensure and Board of Osteopathic Medicine Finalize New Physician Assistant Rule

In a January email to licensees, Maine Board of Licensure and Board of Osteopathic Medicine outlined amendments officially adopted on December 16, 2020, to Board Rule Chapter 2 regarding physician assistants. The amended rule and the Basis Statement and Response to Comments are posted on the Board’s website.

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What You Should Know About COVID-19 and the ADA, the Rehabilitation Act, and Other EEO Laws

United States Equal Opportunity Employment Commission laws, including the ADA and Rehabilitation Act, continue to apply during the time of the COVID-19 pandemic, but they do not interfere with or prevent employers from following the guidelines and suggestions made by the CDC or state/local public health authorities about steps employers should take regarding COVID-19.

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Extension of the PHE & Implementation of Medicare Payment Changes in Consolidated Appropriations Act

The American Medical Association reports that HHS Secretary Azar has extended the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency (PHE) declaration effective Jan. 21, 2021 for an additional 90 days. This means that all of the telehealth and other waivers and flexibilities that have been implemented during the PHE will remain in effect until at least April 21, 2021.

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Governor Mills Releases Supplemental budget for Fiscal Year 2021 & Biennial Budget for Fiscal Years 2022-2023

State law requires a sitting Governor must submit a biennial budget document to the Legislature by the Friday following the first Monday in January of the first regular legislative session. The state budget document is a four-year financial plan for State Government for each fiscal year of next two biennia.

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Food & Drug Administration Releases Updated Content: Better Data for a Better Understanding of the Use and Safety Profile of Cannabidiol (CBD) Products

The FDA recently updated content on the use and safety of cannabidiol (CBD) products.

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PPE Available Through the MMA & ActionPPE

The Maine Medical Association is teaming with ActionPPE.org for access to PPE SUPPLIES for the safety of your patients, your staff, and communities!!

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A Message from Maine Responds: Volunteer Opportunity

By registering with Maine Responds at maineresponds.org, you will join our listing of volunteers against which we search for any emergent volunteer workforce needs.

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MAINE LEGISLATURE

State Legislative Committees Announced

Hot of the presses and maybe scoop worthy! Maine Legislative leaders released committee assignments late Friday afternoon. The announcement comes somewhat earlier than previous legislative sessions.

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List of Legislative Bill Titles Released

The Maine Legislature released the complete list of bill titles for the upcoming legislative session, starting next week.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Upcoming Specialty Society Meetings

Below you will find an on-going list of Upcoming Specialty Society Meetings. Any questions should be referred to the contact person listed for each specialty.

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Maine CDC Physicians To Host Regular Clinician COVID Vaccine Info Sessions

CDC physicians, and MMA members, Stephen Sears, M.D, MPH, and Lisa Letourneau M.D., MPH will be hosting a series of 30-minute Clinician Info Sessions twice weekly (Tuesdays and Fridays) for the next couple of months to provide key information on the emerging COVID-19 vaccines & offer an opportunity for Q&A with clinicians statewide.

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Webinar: “Radon Risk Reduction: The Current Policy Landscape in the US and the Maine Perspective” January 12th

The Maine Medical Association-Center for Quality Improvement, formerly Qualidigm/Maine Quality Counts, is excited to offer its first webinar of 2021!

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Maine Concussion Management Level 1 & 2 Training Via Zoom - January 15th

The Maine Concussion Management Initiative will be offering Level 1 and Level 2 training on January 15, 2021, via Zoom.

The Maine Osteopathic Association has opened Early Bird Registration for its VIRTUAL Midwinter Symposium, being held February 12-14, 2021.

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Maine CDC Annual Prevention Professionals Conference - March 2nd-3rd

The health and safety of Maine prevention professionals is our first priority, for this reason the Prevention Professionals Conference planned for October 2020 has been rescheduled to March 2 & 3, 2021. The conference will be held virtually over two days.

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HEALTHCARE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Full-Time/Part-Time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Experienced FT/PT licensed Primary Care Provider sought to work in a busy integrated small rural facility (FQHC), located on the ocean in beautiful Downeast Maine.
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Physician (BC/BE in Family Medicine)

Mt. Abram Regional Health Center, (Kingfield, Maine) seeks a Physician (BC/BE in Family Medicine) with outstanding clinical and interpersonal skills to provide primary care to patients of all ages in a family practice with integrated behavioral health services.
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Nursing Director

Nasson Health Care is seeking a qualified clinical leader to work collaboratively with a team of health and administrative professionals to provide comprehensive primary care to patients while utilizing the Patient-Centered Medical Home model of care delivery. 
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