Maine DHHS

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Official Twitter account of Maine's Department of Health & Human Services.

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  1. 1 Nov 2018

    Today, Acting Commissioner Hamm joined Governor LePage to celebrate National Adoption Awareness Month. Adoptive families are critical to giving Maine children the childhoods they deserve.

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  2. 24 Oct 2018

    Acting Commissioner Hamm joined other key leaders as President Trump delivered remarks highlighting his administration’s work to combat opioid abuse and signed legislation making more resources available to fight the crisis.

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    10 Sep 2018
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  4. 10 Aug 2018

    After 41 years of service to the people of Maine, Commissioner Hamilton will retire at the end of this month. He is looking forward to spending more time at the lake, in the woods, and with his family. He would like to thank DHHS staff for their hard work and support.

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  5. Retweeted
    6 Aug 2018

    Temperatures and humidity are very high in northern Maine and across the state. Call 2-1-1 to see if a cooling center is open near you.

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  6. Retweeted
    20 Jun 2018

    Dr. Christopher Pezzullo, Chief Health Office for & Medical Director for MaineCare, spoke at today's Chamber Connection, giving an overview of Maine's recent efforts to combat & prevent opioid misuse. For more information, visit

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  7. 18 Jun 2018

    Make sure you stay safe during this hot weather! Stay out of the sun, when possible. Drink lots of fluids to stay hydrated. Be sure to take regular breaks from physical activity. For more tips, visit:

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  8. Retweeted
    30 May 2018

    Are you a veteran/service member? Have you ever been ordered to take the anti-malaria drug Larium? Please be aware of side effects that could potentially effect your disability rating! Contact us today - our VSOs are ready to assist! mainebvs@maine.gov

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    Under my administration, Maine's experienced the benefits of Welfare Reform. We need everyone who can work to do so & we must focus on what each person CAN do, not what they can't. Reforming welfare is the right thing to do for our state & nation. Thank you

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    10 Apr 2018
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  11. 6 Apr 2018

    What a fantastic discussion with some bright young Mainers!

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    30 Mar 2018

    If you're 50 or older, talk to your doctor about getting screened.

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  13. 3 Feb 2018

    Remember the No Flu 4 You guidelines to help keep you and those around you healthy during this year's flu season.

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    Thank you Maine State Employees for your generosity in donating to this year’s MSECCA Campaign, almost $566K, with $110K going to hurricane relief. Thank you also to our agency volunteers & MDOT for leading this effort.

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  15. 12 Jan 2018

    An example of the excellent work being carried out by Maine's FIRU— a team who is dedicated to ensuring your taxpayer dollars are being spent on those who truly need it.

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  16. 11 Jan 2018

    Check out on as he shares his thoughts on how today's announcement from CMS will benefit our state.

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  17. Retweeted
    5 Jan 2018

    Kudos to the Maine Immunization Program, which has received a letter of thanks from MaineHealth for taking swift and proactive action during the October windstorm to prevent high vaccine wastage.

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  18. 4 Jan 2018

    Ensure your well-being during today's winter storm by following these indoor and outdoor safety tips.

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  19. 19 Dec 2017

    “I am constantly impressed by the dedication of our top-notch FIRU team,” said DHHS Commissioner Ricker Hamilton. “Our welfare system is able to run more efficiently and serves more people who truly need it because of their hard work.”

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