November 15, 2003
A feasibility study commissioned by YKHC and other local agencies recommends construction of an 18-bed assisted living home in Bethel for a growing population of Elders.
YKHC Administration Creates Public Relations Department
A new department is being organized to keep the public informed about what YKHC is doing now to improve healthcare in our region.
Health Fair Goes Hawaiian
With palm trees and flowered shirts the Bethel Health Fair took off for a day of activities
Nicotine Program at Health Fair
We displayed a nicotine-affected, diseased pig's lung along with educational materials regarding tobacco use and nicotine dependence.
New Behavioral Health Clinicians
Most village clinician positions in YKHC's Behavioral Health Services have now been filled.
No Antibiotics Please
CDC advises parents about colds, flu and antibiotics
Sidebar: What To Do About Colds and Flu DHSS awarded $3.5 million federal grant
Grant will help treat persons with co-occurring substance abuse and mental disorders
EMS Corner
S.T.A.R.T. -- Simple Triage and Rapid Treatment "It is a race against time..." Adults Need Immunizations Too!
Most people know that babies and school-age children need immunizations to protect against diseases like measles and whooping cough. But many of those people don't realize that adults need shots, too.
Marshall is Clinic of the Month for September, 2003
Their high standard of clinic management and excellent job performance, and especially their teamwork qualifies Marshall for Clinic of the Month.
The Word From WIC
Milk Club helps Alaska's future leaders
The Skinny About Obesity in Alaska Native Doctor joins medical staff
We would like to welcome Lynnea Lawrence as a permanent member of the medical staff. Kiunya comes back, gets award
Paul Kiunya resurfaces at Anchorage TMC
Big Thanks to Hageland Aviation
YKHC helps Yuut Elitnaurviat celebrate groundbreaking
On August 18, 2003 Yuut Elitnaurviat--The people's Learning Center--celebrated its official ground-breaking.
Employees Complete Custodial Training