Maine AllCare News

Debunking the myths about the presumed cost of universal health care

September 30, 2024

Dr. Daniel Bryant is a retired internal medicine physician. In addition to his clinical expertise, Dr. Bryant has studied health care policy extensively throughout his medical career. He recently published an article in the Maine . . . read more »

Volunteer with us at Common Ground Fair!

August 23, 2024

We are excited to be back at the Common Ground Country Fair this year, September 20-22! We’ll have a table in the Social and Political Action tent and will also give a talk at 2 . . . read more »

Surry passes universal health care resolve

August 1, 2024

On June 11, voters in Surry endorsed a resolve in support of universal health care, by an 18% margin. The ballot question and vote count was: “Shall the citizens of Surry call on the Maine . . . read more »

Op-Ed: Sounding alarm about our health care system

April 8, 2024

“Squeezing every drop from professionals and patients drives good profits but worsens care.” In an op-ed at Seacoast Online, Dr. Patty Hymanson, a neurologist and former Maine state representative, shares how increasing pressure to increase . . . read more »

Here’s a Better Way to Lower Hospital Costs

March 30, 2024

In a special to the Portland Press Herald, Dr. Daniel Bryant argues that propping up our failing healthcare system, at great expense, “will have negative effects on patients, staff and taxpayers”. Instead he proposes a . . . read more »

Thank you to our monthly donors!

March 27, 2024

Even a small amount makes a big difference We appreciate and thank all of our donors — you fuel the work we do. A special shout-out this month to those who make a monthly donation, . . . read more »

Join our letter-writing team

March 22, 2024

Let your voice be heard Do you like to write? Are you interested in raising your voice in support of health care for all? We’re looking for volunteers who would like to share their experiences . . . read more »

March 2024 Newsletter

March 21, 2024

Want to be on our email list? Sign up here! Health care for all: Through the states Did you know that we have a law on the books that would start the process of creating . . . read more »

Support SBUHCA so states can lead: Sign the petition!

March 12, 2024

Did you know that we passed legislation in 2021 that would start the process of creating a universal health care system for Maine? We did—thanks in no small part to your advocacy! And Gov. Mills . . . read more »

Remembering Lynn Cheney

February 25, 2024

The world lost a bright light earlier this month, and we at Maine AllCare lost a treasured colleague and friend. Lynn Cheney died on February 11 after being diagnosed last fall with ALS.  Lynn joined . . . read more »