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By Lisa M. Letourneau, M.D., M.P.H., Senior Advisor for Delivery System Change Through the collective efforts of the state and health care
providers, Maine has done well in its efforts to promote COVID-19 vaccination. That
said, as of mid-July, over a third of Mainers were still unvaccinated, and the
threat posed by COVID-19 remains serious. Seasonal trends and the continued emergence of
viral variants indicate that infections will likely rise in the coming months unless
we vaccinate more of the unvaccinated. Maine
DHHS continues to employ a multi-pronged vaccination strategy that includes both
clinical and community vaccination sites, as well as an active communication
campaign targeted to vaccine-hesitant individuals. But we need your help. Read More
By Adrienne W. Carmack, MD, Medical Director of Office of Child and Family Services The recent deaths of young
children in Maine during the month of June has caused us all to take pause and
consider how we can work to better serve Maine families and children. Read More
Johnson & Johnson Recalls Sunscreens After Carcinogen Found Johnson and Johnson announced
a recall of 5 NEUTROGENA® and AVEENO® aerosol sunscreen products this week testing
identified low levels of benzene in some samples of the products. More
information on Benzene can be found by visiting this link
on the U.S. CDC website. Read More
Medicare Updates
Federal Advocacy Update Discussions in Washington D.C. continue surrounding a $3 to
$4 trillion federal spending bill. The legislation being discussed includes an approximate
$300 billion expansion of Medicare to cover dental, vision, and hearing care. Under
the plan, these new benefits would be free for seniors in the program and could
start as soon as next year. Also included in the current proposal being crafted
is new spending for elder care, home care, childcare, prekindergarten, paid
family and medical leave, housing programs, and other education and safety net
programs. There may also be plan climate-related
sections in a future bill. Read More
When the COVID-19 pandemic stalled travel and eliminated in person meetings, MMA leaders quickly adjusted and took the 2020 meeting online. The 2020 MMA Virtual General Membership Meeting took place in mid-October. Read More
BRIEF SUMMARY: The Department of Health and Human Services - Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention (DHHS) and the Maine Department of Education (DOE) are jointly proposing these routine technical rule changes to implement P. L. 2019, Ch. 154: An Act to Protect Maine Children and Students from Preventable Disease by Repealing Certain Exemptions from the Laws Governing Immunization Requirements (the “Act”). The Act prohibits the rule from including any provision governing medical exemptions and repeals the exemption from required immunization for school students who object, based solely on a sincere religious belief or philosophical reason, effective September 1, 2021, with exemptions for certain students. Maine Secretary of State Seeking Physician Volunteers Secretary of State, Shenna Bellows is asking the Maine Medical Association to provide recommendations to fill vacancies on the Medical Advisory Board for licensing drivers in the State of Maine. Read More
SUPPORT for ME is a statewide effort to improve SUD treatment and recovery services for all Mainers. Read More
The Maine Department of Health and Human Services’ SUPPORT for ME initiative, in collaboration with the University of Southern Maine, is hosting virtual group discussions for Maine providers who deliver services to people with substance use disorder (SUD). Read More
Did you know that almost half of parents surveyed say they are more concerned about the COVID-19 vaccine than they are of the vaccine itself? That’s an alarming statistic, but a full 71% of all parents said they would be more likely to get their child vaccinated if in-person school could be “normal”. Read More
The Mary Cushman, MD Award is presented each year by the Maine Medical Association to recognize the humanitarian service of medical volunteers who serve in Maine, the US or abroad. Nominations for the 2021 award are due by July 23, 2021.
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. Read More
SUPPORT for ME Training and Technical Assistance Initiative The Maine Medical Association- Center for Quality Improvement, in partnership with the Maine Department of Health and Human Services, launched the SUPPORT for ME Training and Technical Assistance initiative. Read More
The Maine Pediatric & Behavioral Health Partnership (MPBHP) is a partnership between Maine Centers for Disease Control (CDC), Northern Light Acadia Hospital, and MaineHealth. MPBHP is offering a webinar series for medical providers who work with children and adolescents and you will earn Continuing Medical Education (CME) credit. Read More
Physician (BC/BE in Family Medicine) - Strong Area Health Center Strong Area Health Center seeks a Physician (BC/BE in Family Medicine) with outstanding clinical and interpersonal skills. In addition, an X waver is desirable. Read More Physician (BC/BE in Family Medicine) - Richmond Area Health Center Richmond Area Health Center seeks a Physician (BC/BE in Family Medicine) with outstanding clinical and interpersonal skills. In addition, an X waver is desirable. Read More Help educate new physicians – join our accredited Family Medicine Residency Program as faculty Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center's Family Medicine Residency program is seeking a BC, full-spectrum Family Medicine provider to join our dynamic faculty in Bangor, Maine. Read More Join our region-leading Neuroscience/Stroke Center Northern
Light Eastern Maine Medical Center’s Neuroscience Center in the vibrant small
city of Bangor, Maine seeks to expand its Neurology Department. Read More
We are searching for a detail oriented, highly skilled and motivated Contract - Clinical Advisor (clinically active physician, advanced practice provider, or registered nurse) to provide clinical leadership to the Healthcare Coalition of Maine and serve as a liaison between the Coalition and medical directors/medical leadership at health care facilities, supporting entities, and EMS agencies! Read More Medical Director Sacopee Valley Health Center, a Federally Qualified Health Center, is seeking an experienced, Board Certified Physician to become our next Medical Director. Read More |
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