National Drug Take Back Day is Saturday April 30th, this collaboration between the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) and the Fairbanks Police Department is dedicated to helping residents safely dispose of old medication.
Summer is right around the corner, and with it will come community events like races and marathons. But when training to participate in events like the Midnight Sun Run, there are some best practices one can utilize to avoid injuries.
If you went out for the evening and woke up with a sudden bad stomach, chances are you might be experiencing viral gastroenteritis. That’s the broad term for an infection in the intestines. Some call it “stomach flu.”
As part of the Brooke Fisher Gift of Life Fund, Fairbanks Memorial Hospital seeks to increase support for organ donor patients and their families with a hand crafted memory box that can carry treasures and mementos of their loved ones.
Organ donations are an integral part of the healthcare system, but according to healthcare professionals there are many myths around the process that deter people from registering.
As the weather warms up, Foundation Health Partners offers insight into how more sedentary lifestyles during the winter impact the body, and how to prepare for spring activities.
Among the different specializations in healthcare, one that residents may not be too familiar with is osteopathic manipulative medicine, and Foundation Health Partners is offering an insight into the practice.
As the weather continues to get warmer, some residents may feel inclined to get out, enjoy the outdoors, and be active. But according to healthcare officials, it may be beneficial to take a moment to properly prepare to avoid potential injury.
This week is National Public Health Week, and among the various topics and themes on the radar for Fairbanks Public Health professionals is health equity.
March is Sobriety Awareness Month in Alaska, where the state celebrates and promotes a healthier lifestyle - and non-profit Recover Alaska has launched their Sober Heroes awards to help share stories of those who achieved sobriety.
Foundation Health Partners is seeking new volunteers for their hospice program after it was placed on hold due to the pandemic, and shared some insights into the experiences that volunteers can expect.
Fairbanks Memorial Hospital has lifted some of their COVID-19 restrictions due to the decreasing number of cases and a diminishing risk of transmission.
Fairbanks Native Association continues their efforts to help educate, prevent, and assist those seeking recovery from the ongoing opioid crisis affecting Fairbanks.
National Organ Donor Day occurred this week, and Fairbanks Memorial Hospital has joined in helping spread awareness of the importance of organ donations.
The Food and Drug Administration outlined new, voluntary guidelines to lower sodium levels in food. But those with high blood pressure or who are at risk for heart disease may want to consider simply saying no to sodium.
Like many other healthcare organizations, Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is working to overcome the challenges presented by the Omicron variant of SARS-CoV-2.
Due to the continuing rise of cases from the highly infectious Omicron variant, the Chief Andrew Isaac Health Center has announced a move to telehealth for as many services as possible.
Those who rely on life sustaining home medical equipment may find themselves in a situation without power. Experts offer advice on how to prepare in the event of an emergency to keep these devices powered.
The University of Alaska Anchorage has created an alert app called Alaska COVID ENX that anonymously shares and alerts you if someone you’ve been in contact with has been exposed to COVID-19.
The holiday season can invite unwelcome guests into your life, such as loneliness, money problems, family demands, and unrealistic expectations. The stress and anxiety that accompany those issues can lead to sadness and depression.
Due to the lack of sun during the winter months, the potential for vitamin D deficiency increases - but there are solutions to stay healthy during the darker months.
Alaskans can now test at home for HIV and sexually transmitted diseases with the at-home testing kit “Ora-Quick” that is being offered by the Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium and the state health department.
With the 1,000th infusion of monoclonal antibody treatment, Fairbanks Memorial Hospital reflects on how the implementation of the treatment program has changed and adapted since it's inception.
For two years, medical professionals have been on the front line fighting COVID-19. A nurse from Fairbanks Memorial Hospital shares her experience over the course of the pandemic.
