The agency said 43 percent of the 667 animals tested for rabies in 2024 were bats, and 10 tested positive. Maine's last ...

There are no specific treatments for either Powassan or West Nile virus; care focuses on managing symptoms and complications, ...

The Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention has also reported the season's first case of West Nile virus, which was ...

Public health officials say a Hancock County resident was hospitalized with Powassan, and a crow with West Nile virus was ...

Health officials say a case of the Powassan Virus was discovered in Hancock County. In York County, the West Nile Virus was ...

Through July 28, Lyme disease cases were tracking 20% ahead of the same time frame last year, according to the Maine CDC ...

The CDC says they've also identified case of West Nile virus, a mosquito-borne disease, in a bird in York County. Officials say steps to prevent these diseases are similar. They include wearing bug ...

The cooler, less humid summers of our past are gone. We must recognize the impact that climate change has on our health.

State law requires most of the surplus be directed to the 'rainy day fund,' transportation projects and MaineCare programs.

It's recommended that Mainers stay hydrated, avoid strenuous activity during the hottest parts of the day, and check in on ...

An adult in Hancock County became infected with Powassan virus and was hospitalized after developing neurologic symptoms.