MaineHealth Hospitals Offer Free Lung Screenings
Pen Bay and Waldo hospitals join National Lung Cancer Screening Day on November 14, 2026, with weekend screening hours at several sites.
Maine Health News
This page covers medical news, health research, wellness practices, disease and the personal decisions people make about their health. Reporting follows public health warnings, medical advancements and developments within hospital systems.
Substance Abuse
Live Poll
Do you think HIV cases in your community are getting better or worse?
Penobscot HIV Outbreak Reaches 50 Cases
Maine health officials report a new diagnosis as the outbreak tied to drug injection and homelessness continues to grow.
Diseases
Maine Hosts Mold and Moisture Building Conference
Researchers and public health experts gathered in Augusta to discuss mold's health effects and how indoor spaces should be evaluated.
Weight Loss
Live Poll
Do you think your community is getting healthier or less healthy overall?
Maine Ranks Eighth for Overweight and Obesity Levels
A WalletHub ranking of all 50 states and D.C. places Maine among the highest for overweight and obesity prevalence.
Senior Health
Live Poll
Do you believe state-led public health movements improve life quality for older residents in your community?
Maine Launched Age-Positive Public Health Movement
The initiative aims to improve health outcomes and longevity by integrating age-positive perspectives into state policies.
Alternative Medicine
Live Poll
Should government health programs cover the costs of traditional or cultural healing practices?
Maine Approved for Tribal Healing Medicaid Coverage
Federal officials granted Maine a waiver to fund traditional Wabanaki health practices through Medicaid.
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Maine reporting spans new treatment protocols, disease trends, regulatory shifts in medical access, and developments in hospital care. It reaches from the capital to the rural counties, covering the delivery of care across the state. Geography and population density create unique challenges for access to specialized services that dictate the state of health here. Public health guidance and the availability of care often fluctuate in response to seasonal health patterns.