Before starting your holiday cooking, keep in mind potential risks and hazards in the kitchen. It's important to keep safety in mind, especially when cooking with multiple people in the kitchen. Many families are taking extra precautions and having smaller gatherings this holiday season to avoid health risks during the pandemic. Whether you're cooking for yourself, 2, or 10 people, … [Read more...]
Veteran And Military Families Month
November is Veteran and Military Families Month in recognition of the sacrifices of service members and their families. There are many ways to support our veterans, service members, and their families. As the holidays near, it is important to provide support however possible. 2020 Raises Concerns COVID-19 has changed the way veterans interact with others and has added more … [Read more...]
Health Insurance
Health insurance is important for all Americans to have. This type of insurance provides financial coverage of medical procedures whether planned or unexpected. Health insurance covers a percentage of medical bills for covered individuals. Each policy or plan has specific language detailing the parameters of the provided coverage. Many policies also include wellness … [Read more...]
Help Kids Stay Safe And Warm
Below freezing and negative temperatures are expected across Alaska for Halloween this year. If your family plans on trick-or-treating this weekend, or even just going out to play in the snow, think ahead of how to keep everyone warm and well hydrated. Reduce the risk of your family experiencing hypothermia or frostbite during cold weather months. Make A Plan To Stay Safe Make … [Read more...]
Halloween Safety During COVID-19
Halloween will likely look a little different this year across Alaska. Many families are finding new ways to celebrate and enjoy Halloween. Some may still choose to stick to tradition and trick-or-treat door to door. However you celebrate Halloween this year, mitigate your risks of contracting, and spreading, the COVID-19 virus. Make New Traditions While trick-or-treating may not … [Read more...]
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Breast Cancer Awareness Month is observed each October. Every year, more than 250,000 women in the U.S. are diagnosed with breast cancer and 42,000 don't survive. In Alaska, the Breast Cancer Detection Center (BCDC) is available for screening in many communities throughout the year using their mobile mammography service. The BCDC also has a full-time facility in Fairbanks. While the … [Read more...]
