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Maine's health care workforce shortage is exacerbated by the …

(5 days ago) WebMaine hospitals continue to grapple with a severe workforce shortage. Dr. Dora Mills of MaineHealth says demographics are part of the challenge. The 2020 census found that the Northeast has the highest percentage in the country of people older than …

https://www.mainepublic.org/health/2023-04-14/maines-health-care-workforce-shortage-is-exacerbated-by-the-states-demographics

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Having a harder time accessing health care? You’re not alone – …

(2 days ago) WebMaine is experiencing a crisis in access to health care services. While a record number of Mainers now have health insurance, many are finding it difficult or …

https://www.pressherald.com/2023/10/22/maine-has-a-health-care-access-crisis-and-its-making-us-sicker/

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DHHS Advances Health Care Workforce Development Strategy

(9 days ago) WebAt the direction of Governor Janet Mills, the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) has developed and executed a variety of programs to address the …

https://www.maine.gov/dhhs/blog/dhhs-advances-health-care-workforce-development-strategy-2023-04-07

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Amid a staffing shortage, MaineHealth now has more COVID

(8 days ago) WebThe state's largest health system says it's facing unprecedented capacity issues amid soaring demand for care and a shortage of workers. During a virtual press …

https://www.mainepublic.org/health/2021-10-26/amid-a-staffing-shortage-mainehealth-now-has-more-covid-patients-than-at-any-point-during-the-pandemic

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Report finds projected nursing shortage in Maine has - Maine …

(5 days ago) WebThe projected shortage of nurses in Maine has been cut in half, according to a new report commissioned by the Maine Nursing Action Coalition and the Maine …

https://www.mainepublic.org/health/2022-03-01/report-finds-projected-nursing-shortage-in-maine-has-been-cut-by-more-than-half

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MaineHealth signals capacity challenges for health care system …

(8 days ago) WebPORTLAND, Maine – Leaders from across MaineHealth, northern New England’s largest health system, said today that they expect capacity challenges for the …

https://www.mainehealth.org/news/2021/10/mainehealth-signals-capacity-challenges-health-care-system-likely-continue-months-ahead

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Maine Jobs and Recovery Plan includes health care initiatives

(1 days ago) WebAccording to Mills, the tuition support programs will be backed by $4 million from the Maine Jobs and Recovery Plan. For people already working in the health care …

https://www.newscentermaine.com/article/news/health/maine-plans-to-address-shortage-of-health-care-workers-via-initiatives-aimed-at-recruitment-advancement-maine-governor-janet-mills-jobs-recovery-plan/97-c62ab66c-3e05-485d-8ea0-7f3f367ac78a

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Gov. Janet Mills to announce new health care worker initiatives

(1 days ago) WebMaine Gov. Janet Mills on state's health care worker shortage, health care worker vaccine mandate. COVID-19 vaccine • Get the latest information from the CDC. …

https://www.newscentermaine.com/article/news/health/mills-to-announce-new-initiatives-to-strengthen-maines-health-care-workforce-shortages-york-hospital-wells-central-maine-medical-center-ems-emergency/97-1b742169-bb5a-4358-bf86-ed6966ca3cf1

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Staffing Shortages, Seasonal Demand Complicate Response

(4 days ago) WebHealth care providers are also trying to overcome some other challenges related to the pandemic, including staffing shortages and a backlog of patients who …

https://www.mainepublic.org/health/2021-08-27/staffing-shortages-seasonal-demand-complicate-response-to-covid-surge-at-maine-hospitals

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Maine’s health care industry steps up effort to recruit …

(6 days ago) WebA 10-year forecast conducted by Cypress Research Group in 2016 found that Maine health care providers would experience a 20% shortage of registered nurses by 2025, totaling 3,200 RNs, due largely

https://www.mainebiz.biz/article/maines-health-care-industry-steps-up-effort-to-recruit-and-retain-workers

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Maine Gov. Addresses Health Care Staffing Shortage After - NECN

(5 days ago) WebMaine Gov. Addresses Health Care Staffing Shortage After Hospital Cuts Back By Dustin Wlodkowski • Published October 13, 2021 • Updated on October 13, …

https://www.necn.com/news/local/maine-gov-addresses-health-care-staffing-shortage-after-hospital-cuts-back/2573224/

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Office of Governor Janet T. Mills - Maine

(2 days ago) WebGovernor Janet Mills today unveiled a slate of initiatives from her Maine Jobs & Recovery Plan to encourage people to pursue health care jobs in Maine and …

https://www.maine.gov/governor/mills/news/governor-mills-announces-new-maine-jobs-recovery-plan-initiatives-strengthen-maines-health

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What's behind severe strain on Southern Maine Health Care …

(4 days ago) WebTo date, we’ve treated more than 500 COVID patients at SMHC, the third highest volume among Maine hospitals. This increased demand for care comes at a time …

https://www.seacoastonline.com/story/opinion/columns/2021/11/10/severe-strain-southern-maine-health-care-capacity-covid-labor-shortage-york-county-maine/6371137001/

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Years-long heath care staffing issue made worse by pandemic

(6 days ago) WebThe staffing shortage may be hurting Central Maine Medical Center the most right now, but its been an issue affecting health centers in the state for decades. Skip …

https://www.newscentermaine.com/article/news/health/its-hurting-this-state-and-its-hurting-everyone-years-long-staffing-shortages-continue-to-affect-maine-health-care/97-131b08d5-dc86-459b-a9f6-ef998ac935ca

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Collins’ Bipartisan Bill to Address Nursing Shortage Passes the …

(9 days ago) Web“In the midst of a growing demand for medical treatments and services, health care providers across Maine continue to face a significant shortage of nurses. …

https://www.collins.senate.gov/newsroom/collins-bipartisan-bill-to-address-nursing-shortage-passes-the-senate

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New federal staffing mandates pose challenges for Maine nursing …

(4 days ago) WebStaffing shortages have been a major issue for years. the Maine Health Care Association has estimated that the state’s nursing homes and assisted-living …

https://www.pressherald.com/2024/04/23/maine-challenged-to-comply-with-new-federal-nursing-home-staffing-mandates/

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5 ways to address the shortage of health care workers - STAT

(6 days ago) WebAs the president of Maine-based University of New England, I see five ways forward, and offer examples from our university. Increase the number of doctors, nurses, …

https://www.statnews.com/2023/02/17/addressing-shortage-health-care-workers/

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How the Doctor Shortage Crisis in Maine Compares to Other States

(7 days ago) WebIn Maine, there are 4,459 active physicians, or 324.9 for every 100,000 people, the seventh most among states. Other than a low supply of doctors, lack of …

https://www.thecentersquare.com/maine/article_37ec8f0d-79e4-55d0-9f9f-c0026dbe3406.html

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Long Term Care Workforce Shortage Crisis - mehca.org

(3 days ago) WebThe Maine Health Care Association recently surveyed its 200 provider members and received 122 concerning responses showing just how seri-ously workforce shortages …

https://www.mehca.org/files/Advocacy/StaffingShortages_2021.pdf

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Professional Shortage Rural Health and Primary Care - Maine

(4 days ago) WebThe required ratios are the same as above. Providers in contiguous areas must be over-utilized, excessively distant or unavailable to the population of the area being reviewed. …

https://www.maine.gov/dhhs/mecdc/public-health-systems/rhpc/shortage.shtml

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HPSA and MUAP Rural Health and Primary Care - Maine

(Just Now) WebHealth Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs) and Medically Underserved Areas/Populations (MUA/Ps) HPSAs are areas that have been determined to have a …

https://www.maine.gov/dhhs/mecdc/public-health-systems/rhpc/hpsa.shtml

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Report: Maine has third-largest nursing shortage at long-term care

(7 days ago) WebLike most states, Maine is experiencing a shortage of health-care workers amid a hiring crunch, COVID-19 vaccine mandates, and concerns about the ongoing …

https://www.thecentersquare.com/maine/article_70dc6a02-ba75-11ec-85fb-f7a4aeab1594.html

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Behavioral Health and Access to Care among Adults in Maine …

(9 days ago) WebA higher percentage of Maine adults with probable depression reported financial barriers to health care. % of adults Source: 2015 -2017 Maine BRFSS annual …

https://mehaf.org/wp-content/uploads/2.25.2021-Data-Brief-Behavioral-Health.pdf

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Find Shortage Areas - Health Resources and Services …

(1 days ago) WebFind Shortage Areas by Address. Enter an address to determine if it is in a shortage area: Geographic or Population HPSA or MUA/P and the details about that shortage area. Results can be viewed as text or on a map. Search Shortage Areas by Address.

https://data.hrsa.gov/tools/shortage-area

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Walmart to close its 51 health centers, virtual care service - WABI

(8 days ago) WebAlthough the United States has a shortage of primary care doctors, building a network of primary care clinics can be challenging even for established companies, …

https://www.wabi.tv/2024/04/30/walmart-close-its-51-health-centers-virtual-care-service/

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