Statewide Passive Surveillance of and Associated Pathogens in Maine.

The blacklegged tick, , is the primary vector of multiple human pathogens, including the causative agents of Lyme disease, anaplasmosis, and babesiosis. Both and its associated pathogens have expanded their geographic range throughout the northeastern Unites States and into northern New England. Through this study, we present an updated distribution of in Maine and report the first statewide passive surveillance infection and coinfection prevalence of , , and within the state's population.

Exposure of Honey Bee (Apis mellifera L.) Colonies to Pesticides in Pollen, A Statewide Assessment in Maine.

In 2015, we conducted a statewide assessment of honey bee exposure to pesticides with assistance of volunteer beekeepers. Pollen trapping was conducted at 32 sites in the spring, summer, and early fall. Apiary locations ranged from unmanaged natural landscapes to managed agricultural or urban landscapes.

Effectiveness of bioabsorbable arrows compared with inside-out suturing for vertical, reparable meniscal lesions: a randomized clinical trial.

Background: Techniques for repairing the meniscus include both open and arthroscopic techniques using sutures and bioabsorbable implants. The purpose of this study was to compare the effectiveness of inside-out suturing and bioabsorbable arrows for repair of vertical meniscal lesions.

Study Design: Randomized controlled clinical trial; Level of evidence, 1.