Committee hears broad support for LD2151 to fund FQHC pharmacies in ‘pharmacy deserts’ Senator Cameron Rennie and many health centers, unions, physicians, and advocates urged funding a $4 million grant program (LD2151) to help Federally Qualified Health Centers develop in‑house pharmacies to fill gaps in rural and underserved areas. Witnesses cited pharmacy closures, access for non‑drivers, and start‑up cost estimates.

Senator Cameron Rennie's proposed $4 million funding could be a game changer for Maine's residents trapped in pharmacy deserts, ensuring they have access to essential medications when they need them most.

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Coal Country Community Health Center Reports Positive Financial Turnaround and Community Needs Assessment Coal Country Health Center's new investments and community health assessment highlight service gaps.

Mercer County's healthcare facilities are thriving with a $1.4 million profit and ambitious plans to address community health needs—transforming challenges into opportunities!

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Delighted to provide #philosophical insight to this #Interdisciplinary study investigating #CommunityHealthNeeds in #PapuaNewGuinea for community-led planning of #HealthServices that supports ongoing #Indigenous forest #Conservation. Read the #OpenAccess article here: bmjopen.bmj.com/content/13/1...