• WEB POLL

Swine Flu Healthline. What are your Questions for Dr. Dora Anne Mills of the Maine CDC regarding Swine Flu

Comment: Can you say that the Swine Flu vaccine is safe for children, under normal conditions, without question? from Portland, Maine by James

Comment: Where do people that don't have a doctor or health insurance, suppose to get the shot? And how much will it cost? from Me. by Carol

Comment: My 8 year old daughter has a mitochondrial disease (disorder of energy metabolism) Should she receive the H1N1 vaccine when available? from Brunswick by Allison

Comment: Hello, I would like to know how long does the swine flu last in a house after someone has it, my little grandson 7 yrs in Georgia has been dignosed with Swine flu and is very sick he has a younger brother 5 yrs who has not been sick (yet) when will it be safe for him to return to his house. Thank you for any information you can share.

Comment: My son goes to college in New York and I worry about him getting swine flu so far away from home. At what point when someone has swine flu should they seek medical advice or go to the emergency room? from Litchfield by Susan

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Should colleges and universities ban all alcohol, hard liquor only or just leave it alone?

Do you think schools in Maine should be allowed to collect the social security numbers of its students?

With cigarette sales on the rise for the first time in years, do you think the state should increase taxes on cigarettes?

Do you think Maine does a good job keeping its beaches clean?

Are you glad the buildup to LeBron James' free agency decision is over?

After this latest stretch of hot weather, are you planning on buying an air conditioner?

Do you think Portland should put a 6 month ban in place on medical marijuana dispensaries?

If you could be at Fenway Park tonight, would you boo or cheer for Manny Ramirez?

Are you going to watch the World Cup?

Should the safe call be overturned to give Armando Gallaraga a perfect game?

Are you frustrated with the length of time it is taking to stop the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico?

Are you happy with the final result of American Idol?

If you could be God for a day, what would you tweet?

Who do you think won the Republican Gubernatorial debate?

In light of the recent attempted bombings on Christmas Day and in New York City's Times Square, do you think the national terror threat level should be raised?

Who do you think won the Democratic debate?

What questions do you have for the Democratic Gubernatorial candidates?

Do you sympathize with the concerns of the tea party protesters?

Are you in favor of a sales tax on medical marijuana?

Are you glad to see Tiger Woods back and golfing again?

Which of these changes to the City of Portland's budget upsets you the most?

President Obama is coming to Maine. If you could ask the President any question, what would it be?

How do you feel about the passage of the new health care bill?

Do you agree with the decision to not give non-U.S. citizens in Portland the right to vote in city elections?

Should protests be allowed outside funerals for fallen soldiers?

Should Congress vote on President Obama's latest health care reform proposals, or should Congress start over?

Do you think Cheverus High School should be worried about having to give up its boys basketball state title?

Does Anthem's request to significantly raise its rates change how you view the health care debate?

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Thursday Night: Clear and muggy. Lows 63 to 70. SW winds 5-10 mph.

Friday: Morning sun fades to increasing clouds. Rain arrives late. Not as hot. Highs 78 to 85. S winds 10-15 mph.

Friday Night: Rain, possibly heavy at times. Gusty winds along the coast (Esp. Penobscot Bay-East).

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