Researchers believe long COVID may affect up to 30% of people who get COVID-19, though some studies have found that being vaccinated may reduce a person’s risk of developing long COVID if they catch COVID-19.
Katherine Lee
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Buxton man’s trial for threatening to kill Jewish people ends in mistrial
A mistrial was declared because a witness in the case tested positive for COVID-19.
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Former Portland police chief running for Michigan governor may not qualify for primary
Michigan’s elections bureau says five Republican candidates for governor, including James Craig, failed to file enough valid nominating signatures and shouldn’t qualify for the August primary.
Posted inElections, Local & State, News, Politics
Elections officials fight misinformation about Maine’s voting security
Voter fraud has been rare and identifiable in the state because of paper ballots and individual voter histories.
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Zelensky urges ‘maximum’ sanctions against Russia
He also pushed for the complete withdrawal of foreign companies from Russia to prevent supporting its war and said Ukraine needs at least $5 billion in funding per month.
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Vacant and newly filled election clerk jobs are a concern ahead of Maine primaries
Municipalities are trying to fill several top local election jobs that are vacant due to retirements or harassment.
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Biden says U.S. military would defend Taiwan if China attacked island nation
The comments appeared to break from the long-standing U.S. policy of ‘strategic ambiguity’ before they were walked back by White House officials.
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G7 countries to provide $19.8 billion in aid to Ukraine
The Group of Seven leading economies have agreed to provide $19.8 billion in economic aid to Ukraine to ensure its finances do not hinder its ability to defend itself from Russia’s invasion
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New COVID-19 mystery: Some are getting coronavirus again even after taking Paxlovid
In a statement on its website, the U.S Food and Drug Administration said it is aware of reports of COVID-19 symptoms returning following the completion of Paxlovid treatment.
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Senate passes $40 billion Ukraine aid package
An infusion of military and economic aid for Ukraine and its allies now heads to President Biden for his signature.