Maine hospitals are getting hit hard by RSV surge, officials say

With the spike in respiratory cases and the limited number of pediatric hospitals able to provide intensive care, officials from Maine's largest health care networks are warning people to take precautions.

Universal masking remains in place at local hospitals

The federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recently updated their guidance for health care settings to make universal masking optional when community transmission is not at a high level.

Local artists’ works on display in WHA Gallery

Local painter’s work on display at CMMC gallery

Got robots? These hospitals do

Robotics-assisted technology is becoming more common in operating rooms across Maine, with St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center in Lewiston recently joining the list of hospitals employing the new methods.

Pair of artists share work in rotating gallery at CMMC

Hospital workers say they experience assault, threats of violence nearly every day

While the circumstances of the COVID-19 pandemic have contributed to a rise in incidents, violence against health care workers was an issue long before it started.

Legislative task force to look at criminal process for perpetrators of violence against health care workers

The nine-member task force will examine how criminal charges may be brought against people who assault — physically or verbally — workers in health care settings.

Months after staffing shortage forced closure, Central Maine Medical Center reopens pediatric, neonatal units

New hires and additional training allowed CMMC to recently reopen the pediatric inpatient unit and special care nursery. Both units closed in October due to staffing shortages, according to hospital officials.

Donor Milk Depot at CMMC reopens

CMMC has reopened the Donor Milk Depot after being closed for two years because of COVID. Prescreened mothers can donate to the site.