February 15, 2010
Tribal Gathering set for April 7-8
This year marks YKHC's 17th annual Tribal Unity Gathering, to be held at the Yupiit Piciryarait Cultural Center in Bethel April 7-8.
YKHC supports Bethel Senior Center
On January 7, YKHC presented a $75,000 check to the Orutsurarmiut Native Council's Eddie Hoffman Senior Center.
Rasmuson grant benefits employee fitness
President/CEO Gene Peltola has designated $5,000 to be set aside for equipment and fitness upgrades to the YKHC Wellness Center.
YKHC nurses earn Nurse of the Year nominations
Each year the "March of Dimes" sponsors Nurses of the Year awards. We are proud to present three of our nurses from the outpatient clinics who received nominations.
Career & Scholarship Opportunities
Are you interested in joining YKHC as a future employee in the health care field? We are seeking more interested Alaska Native applicants for our Nursing and DHAT training programs.
Luncheon of Encouragement held for DHAT and Nursing Program students
The Alaska Native Workforce Development Group honored nursing students and Dental Health Aide Therapist (DHAT) students during a luncheon of encouragement on January 22.
Alaska Congressional delegation responds to health care needs in rural Alaska
With support from Alaska's Congressional delegation, YKHC received a $1.4 million appropriation with support for FY2009 and an additional $1 million appropriation for FY2010 for maintenance and equipment.
2010 Census is coming to the Delta!
The 2010 Census is making its presence known in the YK Delta villages, and they may be visiting a household near you this spring!
Survey results drive quality of patient care
If you have been seen as a patient at YKHC it is likely you've been sent a survey in the mail asking you about your experience.
Optometry clinic held at new Hooper Bay SRC
The Hooper Bay Subregional Clinic hosted the first optometry clinic at their new location last month.
EMS Corner
Be Seen! Use reflective tape
Word from WIC
Sniffle...ah-choo! Sniff-sniff. Does vitamin C help fight colds?
Pharmacy Window
Medication Safety for the Elderly
Sobering Center Update
The City of Bethel, YKHC and various state agencies have been seeking efficient and effective ways to help people who are drunk and unsafe.
January Health Aide of the Month
Congratulation to January's Health Aide of the Month, Anna John, CHP, of Toksook Bay.
