YKHC COVID-19 News
Please note: YKHC discloses COVID-19 information for communities that have submitted written authorization from Tribal leadership. The purpose of this is to protect patient privacy, raise awareness of current public health risks, encourage community response and prevention, and promote the use of COVID-19 precautions.
YKHC encourages all Alaska Airlines travelers to remote locations be tested for COVID-19
Governor Dunleavy announced that Alaska will begin Phases 3 and 4 of reopening on Friday, May 22, amid the global novel coronavirus pandemic. As the
Statement regarding COVID – 19 community – based response
Over the weekend YKHC provided an update regarding the community-based response to the second positive COVID-19 case in the region. We noticed inquiries about the
Update on the Second COVID-19 Case in YK Delta
On May 15, YKHC confirmed a second positive COVID-19 case of an individual who opted for testing at the Bethel airport, upon arriving from Anchorage
Second COVID-19 Case Identified in YK Delta
Through screening and COVID-19 testing of inbound passengers at the Bethel airport, YKHC identified a second positive COVID-19 case in the YK Delta. YKHC received
YKHC Dental Resuming All Services
On April 15, Governor Dunleavy issued health mandate 15 that outlines how healthcare providers can begin to resume routine services. Included in this mandate are
New COVID-19 Triage Line Hours
Beginning Friday, May 1, YKHC’s COVID-19 triage line at 543-6949 will be staffed Monday-Friday from 6 a.m. – 10 p.m. The triage line will continue
Furlough & Lay Off Announcement
The following is a message that was sent to all YKHC staff on Friday, April 24 by Dan Winkelman, YKHC President & CEO. Dear Team,
Update on First COVID-19 Case in YK Delta
On April 6, YKHC confirmed the first positive COVID-19 case in Bethel. Within that same evening, YKHC worked closely with Alaska Epidemiology and Public Health
YKHC COVID-19 Testing Criteria
Updated October 7, 2021 Who should get tested for COVID-19? Any person who has symptoms of COVID-19, regardless of vaccination status. Symptoms may include fever,
April 8 COVID-19 Testing Update
Since beginning to test for COVID-19 in March, YKHC has continued to expand testing capacity. As of noon on April 8, we have tested over
COVID-19: Call Before Seeking Care
If you have symptoms like a fever, cough or shortness of breath, do not go to your village clinic and do not go to the Emergency Room in Bethel. Instead, in Bethel, call 543-6949, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. In villages, call your local clinic.