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.
Update on positive COVID-19 case in the YK Delta
Because YKHC has been preparing for the region’s first COVID-19 case since February, we had numerous systems in place to support the response last night.
First COVID-19 Case in YK Delta
A person has tested positive for COVID-19 in Bethel. The person is currently self-isolating and YKHC is working with the State of Alaska Section of
Medical Appointments Available via Telehealth
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, at YKHC we are adapting the way we work and offer care, with the safety and well-being of our
Update on Village-Based COVID-19 Testing
As reported yesterday by our President & CEO, YKHC has been preparing our staff, facilities, and communities for COVID-19 for several weeks. These preparations include
YKHC Statement on Ravn Air Suspension
Earlier today, YKHC received word that Ravn Air is suspending much of their village flight service across the state. YKHC relies on carriers like Ravn
An Update from YKHC’s President & CEO on COVID-19 Response Planning
All, For several weeks, YKHC has prepared our staff, facilities and communities for COVID-19. Our staff have received education and drilled for treating potential COVID-19
Surge Planning at YKHC
For several weeks, YKHC has actively been preparing our staff and facilities for COVID-19. Our staff have ran through drills for treating potential COVID-19 patients
Homemade Masks
Many members of the community have asked if YKHC will accept homemade masks. At this time, we are not accepting masks made out of fabric.
Non-Urgent Medicaid Travel on Hold by State of Alaska
With the outbreak of COVID-19, the State of Alaska issued new guidelines for Medicaid travel. Effective immediately, YKHC is only allowed by the State of Alaska to
YKHC Suspends All Out-of-Region Business Travel
Last night, Dr. Anne Zink, Alaska’s chief medical officer, confirmed at Governor Dunleavy’s press conference that community spread of COVID-19 is happening in multiple locations
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.