Alzheimer's Disease
Learn about efforts to address Alzheimer's in the Maine State Plan on Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias (PDF).
Chronic Conditions
Chronic diseases and conditions account for most illness, disability, and death in Maine and the United States. They are also the leading drivers of health care costs.
Diseases & Conditions
Knowledge about diseases and health conditions empowers you to protect yourself and your loved ones.
Maine Newborn Hearing Program Advisory Board
The Newborn Hearing Advisory Board meetings will occur three times/year. Meeting are held via ZOOM at this time. To participate in a meeting, contact Anne Banger, Maine Newborn Hearing Program Coordinator at 207-287-8427 or Anne.Banger@maine.gov.
Newborn Screening Joint Advisory Committee
JAC meetings are twice a year in May and October. Meeting are held via ZOOM at this time. To participate, contact Anne Watson, Maine Newborn Bloodspot Program Coordinator at 207-287-8188 or Anne.Watson@maine.gov.
Maternal, Fetal, and Infant Mortality Review Panel
The Maternal, Fetal, and Infant Mortality Review (MFIMR) Panel honors the lives of people who have died during pregnancy or within one year of pregnancy as well as the babies born still and those who die before their first birthday.
Drinking Water Commission
The Maine Public Drinking Water Commission (established by 5 MRSA § 12004-I sub§ 47-C and authorized by the Maine Water for Human Consumption act, 22 MRSA § 2660) consists of the Commissioner of the Department of Health and Human Services (or the Commissioner's designee) and eight members appointed by the Governor.
Well Drillers' Commission
The Maine Water Well Commission protects drinking water and groundwater quality by establishing standards for well location and construction, as well as minimum requirements for well driller and pump installer licensure. The Commission also investigates complaints regarding potential violations of the Well Drillers and Pump Installers Rules, 144 CMR 232 (MS Word).
Statewide Coordinating Council for Public Health
The Statewide Coordinating Council for Public Health is a representative statewide body of public health stakeholders collaborating on public health planning and coordination. The SCC leverages 4 key priorities.
State Health Improvement Plan
The Maine 2024-2029 State Health Improvement Plan (PDF) advances science and health equity and affirms the agency's commitment to one unified vision—a strong, safe, and healthy Maine. The plan leverages 4 key priorities: