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...]
Epilepsy Awareness
November is Epilepsy Awareness Month. It’s important to be aware of what a seizure can look like, as it may not always be how one would initially expect. A lot of the time, a seizure doesn’t include rapid uncontrollable movements, and instead appear as someone seeming aloof or non-responsive to their environment. Many types of epilepsy are treatable with medication and regular … [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...]
Public Health And Safety
October is National Crime Prevention month and this week’s focus is promoting public health in communities. The National Crime Prevention Council (NCPC) hosts events annually to raise awareness, share resources and remind communities to look out for each other. Public health and safety is everyone’s responsibility and important in protecting communities. Promote Public Health and … [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...]
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