August 15, 2008
CIO Dave Hodges mans the fish grill at the YKHC Employee BBQ.
YKHC hosts representatives from the Kellogg Foundation
Representatives from the Kellogg Foundation toured the Toksook Bay Subregional Clinic and YKHC Dental Clinic during a visit to western Alaska July 11.
HSS Secretary impressed with YK healthcare
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Michael Leavitt visited western Alaska July 23, touring YKHC's McCann Treatment Center in Bethel and the Betty Guy Memorial Clinic in Kwethluk.
Meet Slush: Kusko the Immunization Dog's Sidekick
Kusko has a new friend to help bring awareness about the importance of immunizations.
Employees honored at annual BBQ
There was plenty of food and fun to go around at the annual Employee Appreciation Barbecue Aug. 6
SRC rises in Hooper Bay
It has been just a year since the first piling went into the ground in Hooper Bay for the Subregional Clinic.
SRC lab assistant earns certification
Elsie Chanar successfully passed the American Society of Clinical Pathology Board of Registry Exam for Phlebotomy Technician.
Toksook Bay SRC are Quarterly Champs
Toksook Bay SRC won the Quarterly Champion award for having the highest Press Ganey "Very Good" score of 59.5 percent.
YKHC presents the "Reeding Room"
The arrival of the Siemens 16-slice CT scanner was celebrated during a grand opening on June 18
Universal Wireless Service on the way!
GCI plans to launch wireless phone and internet service in approximately 200 rural villages statewide over the next three years.
Employees recognized for years of service
Employees reaching years of service milestones were recognized at a luncheon in the CHSB Board Room July 30.
Fundraiser benefits Sudan project
Bethel community members gathered at the Cultural Center August 8 to raise money for a medical project in Old Fangak, Sudan, run by YKHC's Dr. Jill Seaman.
Health Aide of the Month
Nunam Iqua Health Aide Savanna Strongheart has been named Health Aide of the Month for July.
The Word from WIC
Steps To a Healthier You Series: MyPyramid Plan can help you choose the foods and amounts that are right for you.
Pharmacy Window
Appropriate Use of Antibiotics
