December 15, 2008
Kaydean Andrews, along with every other K-6 student in Russian Mission got a sled, thanks to a Diabetes Fitness Grant. Photo by Mae Pitka.
A Message From the President/CEO
In review of 2008 and looking forward to 2009
Board honors Paul John at annual meeting
In a special ceremony on Nov. 21, the Board named their Board Room in the Community Health Services Building the Paul John Board Room.
Preventing Diabetes with Snowboards and Sleds in Russian Mission
Thanks to a Diabetes Prevention Grant from YKHC, Russian Mission students are hitting the slopes to fight diabetes.
Flu Shot Facts
Who should get the flu shot?
Outpatient Clinic improvements will enhance continuity of care
In an effort to maintain continuity of care for our patients, we are giving names to various village and patient groups.
New encounter forms streamline patient care
Over the past year, YKHC's hospital outpatient clinics and subregional clinics have begun using a new version of an old standby-the patient exam form.
Arctic Care exercise returns to Western Alaska
Arctic Care, also known as the Innovative Readiness Training exercise, will return to the YK Delta in March to provide no-cost veterinary and medical services.
First Alaskan-trained Dental Therapists Graduate
The first cohort of Alaskan-trained Dental Therapists was honored during a Community Reception held Dec. 9, at the Yupiit Piciryarait Cultural Center.
A Message from the YKHC Medicaid Office
Denali Kid Care's Prenatal Care assistance offers coverage for prenatal visits and continues through the 6-8 week postpartum check-up.
Helping the Alaska Native Community with Third Party Payers
Enrolling in health care programs can help you and the Alaska Native health care system
Some Myths and Facts about Third Party Payments
The Word from WIC: Safe Toys and Gifts Month
The holiday season is when most toys and games are purchased, so December has been set aside as safe toys and gifts month.
March of Dimes selects YKHC Women's Health NP as Nurse of the Year
YKHC Women's Health Provider Claire Lewis was selected as this year's March of Dimes Nurse of the Year.
Nursing Students Graduate
The University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA) School of Nursing Associate Degree Program celebrated the achievements of the Bethel Class of 2008 during a Pinning Ceremony held Sunday, Dec. 7.
November 2008 Health Aide of the Month
YKHC's Community Health Aide Program recognizes Moses Frederick of Akiachak as the November 2008 Health Aide of the Month.
SRC Labs achieve 100% certification
In 2008 the Subregional Clinic laboratories achieved a staff certification rate of 100 percent.
Pharmacy Window: Frostnip or Frostbite
Frostnip is a relatively mild form of cold injury that goes away minutes or seconds after warming with no permanent damage. Frostbite is the term for damage to the skin and other tissues caused by freezing.
Critical Incident Intervention in Chevak
Four members of the Bethel Area CISM (Critical Incident Stress Management) Team recently responded to the accidental shooting death of a young girl in Chevak.