As a nurse, I remember helping new parents after the birth of their child, preparing them the best I could for both the joys and…
Health care is a human right, and that right includes access to quality reproductive care and safe, legal abortion care. Even before the Supreme Court…
Every right and freedom that women reclaimed was the result of decades – if not centuries — of battles for equality, dedicated advocacy and endless…
Life happens. Health crises don’t always give advance notice of their arrival. There are times when we find our own lives and the lives of…
As with every New Year, I find myself simultaneously reflecting on the successes and struggles of the past year and hoping that 2023 will bring…
By now, you’re probably familiar with the term PFAS, or “forever chemicals.” Much has been made of PFAS in recent months, especially here in Maine,…
If you’re like me, you’ve been loving the fall weather we have had so far. The sunny days and cool, crisp air are perfect for…
It’s hard to believe that just over a century ago, half of our nation’s population could not exercise their right to vote. It wasn’t until…
It’s hard to believe, but high school graduation has now come and gone. Our students have been working toward this moment for years, and after…
The end of a legislative session is always a hectic time in Augusta. Challenging discussions, ongoing efforts at compromise, late nights and close votes are…