Puritan Medical Products announces layoffs affecting more than 200 in Pittsfield

Based in Guilford, Puritan had become one of the top two swab manufacturers in the world, but orders have decreased dramatically as the COVID-19 pandemic has receded, forcing the company to downsize.

Father’s death spurs Yarmouth woman’s bid to change malpractice law

Robyn Byrnes says doctors misdiagnosed her father's cancer, but she didn't learn that until after the 3-year statute of limitations had expired. Now she's advocating for a bill that would start the clock when the negligence is discovered.

Coalition to promote paid family leave this week at Maine State House

Family and medical leave allows workers to take paid time off for the birth of a child or to care for a sick or aging relative.

How to protect yourself against unexpected medical bills, insurance denials

The system can be a nightmare to navigate. Here's some advice on how to do it.

In the Mediterranean, a nurse with Maine ties works the front lines of a crisis

With Doctors Without Borders, Tim Harrison has helped rescue thousands of refugees at sea.

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Maine Med patient proves after surgery that necessity is the mother of invention

Mechanical engineer Bob Hussey used zip ties and the cover of a telephone jack to improve an ostomy bag he was using after having his colon removed. His device now has a patent pending and is being refined as part of the hospital's innovation program.

CMCC honors medical assistant grads at pinning ceremony

Abortion providers, critics split on Mills’ bill to expand access to services

Proposed by Gov. Janet Mills and sponsored by House Speaker Sara Gideon, the bill would allow physician assistants and advanced practice registered nurses to perform abortions.

Testimony is divided as Maine lawmakers consider paid family and medical leave for most workers

House Speaker Sara Gideon's bill would establish a payroll tax to support state-run insurance to cover the costs.