May 15, 2007
Russian Missian Clinic staff members have taken on the task of giving wellchild exams to all kids in the village during May. Sharon Kozevnikoff, Sheila Minock, Olga Evan, Christina Changsak. Not pictured: Mae Housler.
Board approves pursuit of YKCC transfer station
At its April meeting, YKHCs Full Board of Directors passed a resolution approving the concept of a “transfer station” within the State of Alaska’s Yukon Kuskokwim Correction Center
Diabetes Prevention and Control
It’s National High Blood Pressure Education Month. The theme this year is: “Prevent and Control High Blood Pressure: Mission Possible.”
Healthy Hearts Program
Blood pressure is an important subject related to heart health and deserves attention. It is easily understood with simple explanations of how the body works.
Pharmacy Window: ’Tis the Sneezin’ for Seasonal Allergies
More than 50 million people in the United States suffer from allergies, which cost over $18 billion each year. In 2002, 14 million doctor visits were due to seasonal allergies.
Start thinking about boat safety
As every experienced boater knows, traveling on the river can be full of surprises.
Teens take first step towards kicking tobacco
On April 20, 16 students from Nunapitchuk, Hooper Bay and Bethel, took part in a weekend retreat focused on cutting a habit for a healthier life.
Students learn to “kick butts” with JROTC and Nicotine Control
On April 9, Jehona Kadriu and Ilza Kadriu, JROTC students from Bethel Regional High School, presented on “Kick Butts Day” to students in grades 2–6 at the Ayaprun Elitnaurvik at the Kilbuck School.
Growing the Well Child in Russian Mission
The community of Russian Mission is leading the way towards a healthier future.
SART trained for response to sexual assault incidents
Anyone is a potential victim of sexual assault. The Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta has a system in place to provide immediate medical, advocacy, and legal services to all assault victims.
Behavioral Health introduces Critical Incident Stress Management Program
YKHC’s new Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) Program is based on a model that is proven to be an effective way to help people who have been affected by traumatic events.
Assistance partnership valuable for Guard families
For more than a year, the National Guard Family Assistance Center has partnered with YKHC’s Behavioral Health Services visiting families of deployed soldiers throughout the Delta.
CITGO visitors review success of fuel donation project
Four representatives from the CITGO (CITies service Gas and Oil) Petroleum Corporation and two members from the AITC (Alaska Inter-Tribal Council) visited Bethel April 17 and 18 to assess the management of this winter’s fuel donation program.
Only treated water is truly safe for drinking
Clean drinking water is a priority for residents of the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta. But what is clean water?
The Word from WIC - Nutrition and your Eyes
We use our eyes for work, play, exploring, learning, and safety, among other things. Because of all the invaluable functions they do, it is imperative that we take care of them.
Physical Therapy: Easy Exercises for Healthy Knees
This month we will cover some easy exercises to keep your legs and knees flexible and strong.