There’s a new version of omicron but so far it doesn’t appear more dangerous

BA. 2 has become the dominant form of the virus in Denmark, and at least three cases have been found in the United States.

FDA ends, for now, use of two monoclonal antibodies

The Department of Health and Human Services has halted distribution of the medications made by Regeneron Pharmaceuticals and Eli Lilly. Meanwhile, Maine will receive an increased ration of a drug that is effective against omicron.

WHO anticipates end to ‘emergency phase’ of pandemic this year

Encouraging trends after two years of misery have brought a hopeful tone from health experts.

Class B indoor track meet to be held at USM

It's going to be a long day for track at USM when the Class A and Class B state championship meets are held on Feb. 21.

Gov. Mills calls White House, gets more COVID-19 treatments for Maine despite undercount of cases

Maine has been getting a smaller allocation of a monoclonal antibody treatment because of a large backlog of positive tests that have yet to be screened and added to the daily total of confirmed new cases.

Augusta Armory clinic to stop offering walk-in COVID-19 vaccinations after this week

Final two days of clinic at 179 Western Ave. set for 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday and noon to 7 p.m. Thursday. No appointment is necessary. PCR testing for the coronavirus set to continue, by appointment.

More evidence points to decline in omicron surge, but hospital numbers remain high

Yarmouth wastewater data shows another drop in virus levels, adding to evidence of a decline in infections in southern Maine.

Sarah Palin’s lawsuit against New York Times delayed by her positive COVID test

The former Alaska governor, who is a one-time Republican vice presidential nominee, has had COVID-19 before. She's urged people not to get vaccinated.

How do I get my free COVID tests, and are they reliable?

More COVID-19 test appointments available, but at-home tests still tough to find

As the omicron surge continues in Maine, demand is still strong, but it's getting a bit easier to get tested, say people who did so on Sunday.