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Health
Community
Aging at home: finding alternatives to care facilities
Updated: Nov. 22, 2023 at 6:25 PM AKST
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By
Bethany Doudna
Fairbanks organizations are available to help seniors to live at home as long as possible.
Community
Freezing out senior hunger with Meals on Wheels
Updated: Nov. 22, 2023 at 9:26 AM AKST
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By
Bethany Doudna
Many seniors in the Fairbanks area are living below the poverty line. Meals on Wheels works to make sure they still have access to adequate nutrition.
Community
An aging population presents challenges in care
Updated: Nov. 15, 2023 at 7:19 PM AKST
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By
Bethany Doudna
Baby boomers are retiring and the next generation may not be able to fill the jobs opening in their wake - especially in healthcare.
Military Report
Protecting mental health for military veterans
Updated: Nov. 9, 2023 at 4:17 PM AKST
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By
Bethany Doudna
It is important for veterans to recognize struggles are both real and far from invincible.
Health
Hearing loss among veterans
Updated: Nov. 8, 2023 at 7:17 PM AKST
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By
Bethany Doudna
Hearing loss is a common side effect military members experience from noise exposure.
Health
New CDC program battles healthcare worker burnout
Updated: Nov. 2, 2023 at 3:00 PM AKDT
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By
Bethany Doudna
Burnout poses a significant risk among medical professionals.
Health
CDC postpones Alaska shipments of RSV infant immunizations
Updated: Nov. 1, 2023 at 4:32 PM AKDT
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By
Bethany Doudna
Nirsevimab has just begun to combat infant RSV, and supply is not keeping up with demand.
Safety
State of Alaska updates data on 2022 overdose deaths
Updated: Oct. 19, 2023 at 10:14 AM AKDT
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By
Alex Bengel
According to the report, Alaska saw 247 fatal drug overdoses last year.
Health
Building futures with Project Search
Updated: Oct. 18, 2023 at 4:50 PM AKDT
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By
Bethany Doudna
A local internship offers a path to students with disabilities.
Health
Chronic Disease Report highlight’s Alaska’s health needs
Updated: Oct. 18, 2023 at 9:03 AM AKDT
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By
Bethany Doudna
The Alaska Department of Health released a report on chronic disease statistics.
Extended Forecast
Health
What makes a pediatric-ready emergency room
Updated: Oct. 14, 2023 at 12:49 PM AKDT
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By
Bethany Doudna
Having a certified pediatric-ready emergency department may not be as common as you think. Fortunately, Fairbanks is covered.
Health
New Catholic bishop ordained in Fairbanks
Updated: Oct. 14, 2023 at 12:36 PM AKDT
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By
Bethany Doudna
Fr. Steven Maekawa was ordained as the sixth Catholic bishop of the Fairbanks Diocese on Thursday.
Health
October is National Depression and Mental Health Awareness Month
Updated: Oct. 3, 2023 at 8:38 PM AKDT
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By
Bethany Doudna
During October, we turn our awareness to mental health in our community.
Health
September is National Healthy Aging Month
Updated: Sep. 28, 2023 at 9:49 AM AKDT
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By
Bethany Doudna
As seniors age, doctors recommend erring on the side of caution when it comes to medical awareness.
Health
Sickle Cell Awareness Month
Updated: Sep. 27, 2023 at 5:39 PM AKDT
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By
Bethany Doudna
The most commonly inherited blood disorder in the United States is sickle cell disease.
Community
Car seat safety
Updated: Sep. 25, 2023 at 8:51 AM AKDT
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By
Bethany Doudna
Tanana Health Partners offer guidelines on car seat safety.
Health
Guidelines for canning meat
Updated: Sep. 23, 2023 at 11:51 AM AKDT
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By
Bethany Doudna
Cooperative Extension offers guidelines on safely canning meat.
Community
Interior Alaska participates in Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk
Updated: Sep. 18, 2023 at 10:13 AM AKDT
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By
Bethany Doudna
The American Cancer Society hosted Making Strides Against Breast Cancer on Saturday.
Health
Blood Bank of Alaska searches for more donors
Updated: Sep. 14, 2023 at 10:04 AM AKDT
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By
Bethany Doudna
The Blood Bank of Alaska is experiencing inventory shortages.
Health
Diabetes Prevention Program
Updated: Sep. 13, 2023 at 1:03 PM AKDT
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By
Bethany Doudna
The Diabetes Prevention Program offers a way for Alaskans with prediabetes to improve their health.
Community
Local support group offers suicide prevention resources
Updated: Sep. 9, 2023 at 1:42 PM AKDT
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By
Bethany Doudna
The Arctic Resource Center for Suicide Prevention offers multiple resources for survivors.
Community
National Overdose Awareness Walk in Fairbanks
Updated: Sep. 2, 2023 at 12:24 PM AKDT
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By
Bethany Doudna
Locals walked 2 miles in honor of National Overdose Awareness Day.
Community
Local Health Center provides support
Updated: Sep. 1, 2023 at 4:50 PM AKDT
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By
Bethany Doudna
The Fairbanks Public Health Center's ongoing support for our community involves a variety of clinical services.
Health
Naloxone overdose kits available at Fairbanks Public Health Center
Updated: Aug. 31, 2023 at 10:43 AM AKDT
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By
Bethany Doudna
Naloxone kits can save a life by reversing the effects of an opioid overdose.
Health
Health Report: Free sport physicals offered at local clinic
Updated: Aug. 1, 2023 at 3:46 PM AKDT
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By
Caden Wassmann
It's time for sports physicals so you can bump, set, spike your way into a successful sports season.
Community
Health Watch: CPR and First Aid Training in Interior Alaska
Updated: Jul. 27, 2023 at 9:50 AM AKDT
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By
Laila Murdock
Learning life-saving skills in Alaska is important for the health and safety of the community.
Health
Health Report: SB 58 extends Medicaid coverage for post-partum moms
Updated: Jul. 25, 2023 at 3:20 PM AKDT
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By
Caden Wassmann
In effort to bridge the gap in health care difiencies, SB 58 aims to have a large impact on Alaskans
Health
Health Watch: Things to consider upon entering your golden years
Updated: Jul. 20, 2023 at 11:02 AM AKDT
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By
Caden Wassmann
Thinking in terms of short, mid, and long term goals may be beneficial for those post-retirement.
Health
Food Is Medicine: a free, fresh produce program
Updated: Jul. 14, 2023 at 5:18 PM AKDT
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By
Caden Wassmann
Free, fresh produce offered to those referred by a doctor to ease health conditions.
Health
Interior Alaska breathes clean air in drastic comparison to smoke based pollution in 2022
Updated: Jul. 14, 2023 at 11:10 AM AKDT
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By
Adrian Peterson
In 2022, interior Alaska experienced low air quality deemed hazardous, 2023 provides a breath of fresh air.
Health
Health Report: Interior AIDS Association combats uptick in HIV cases
Updated: Jun. 27, 2023 at 4:35 PM AKDT
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By
Caden Wassmann
An increase of HIV cases has been reported in Interior Alaska.
Health
Health Report: Caring for your body before and after the Midnight Sun Run
Updated: Jun. 21, 2023 at 9:05 AM AKDT
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By
Caden Wassmann
Advice from a local doctor on prep and after care for the Midnight Sun Run.
Health
Health Watch: Reducing the risk of dementia
Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 9:00 AM AKDT
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By
Deb Balzer
Dementia is not one disease, but an umbrella term for a group of symptoms affecting memory, thinking, and social abilities.
Health
Health Report: How much screen time is too much for kids?
Updated: May. 31, 2023 at 9:03 AM AKDT
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By
Deb Balzer
The surgeon general has issued a new advisory, concerning effects of social media use on the mental health of young people.
News
Alaska Interior Trauma Conference learns from combat medics
Updated: May. 24, 2023 at 5:41 PM AKDT
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By
Adrian Peterson
Combat medics at the Medical Simulation Training Center at Ft. Wainwright demonstrate trauma response for the Alaska Interior Trauma Conference.
Health
Health Watch: Robotics in throat cancer treatment
Updated: May. 24, 2023 at 5:06 PM AKDT
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By
Deb Balzer
and
Alex Bengel
Patients have safer, less invasive surgical treatments available to them thanks to ongoing innovation.
Health
City hosts Fairbanks Symposium on Opioids
Updated: May. 18, 2023 at 5:53 PM AKDT
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By
Alex Bengel
Wedgewood Resort in Fairbanks hosted the Fairbanks Symposium on Opioids from May 16 to 18.
Health
Health Watch: Menopause and alcohol consumption
Updated: May. 10, 2023 at 7:10 PM AKDT
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By
Marty Velasco Hames
and
Alex Bengel
When it comes to alcohol, moderation is key to good health.
Health
FDA approves over the counter sale of lifesaving overdose antidote
Updated: Mar. 30, 2023 at 5:37 PM AKDT
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By
Caden Wassmann
Naloxone will be available in stores, gas stations, and online by late summer.
Health
Health Report: Discussing school shootings with children
Updated: Mar. 28, 2023 at 4:34 PM AKDT
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By
Caden Wassmann
Mental health experts offers tips for discussing gun violence with children.
Health
Fairbanks community highlights heart health in women at annual luncheon
Updated: Mar. 25, 2023 at 12:24 PM AKDT
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By
Alex Bengel
The annual Go Red Luncheon, now in its 20th year, brings together businesses and organizations to raise support for healthy living.
Health
Health watch: Postpartum anxiety
Updated: Mar. 16, 2023 at 11:52 AM AKDT
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By
Caden Wassmann
A look into postpartum anxiety and how you can find relief.
Health
Alaska public health officials urge residents to be aware of potential health risk
Updated: Mar. 3, 2023 at 4:47 PM AKST
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By
KTVF Staff Reporter
CDC says approximately 20,000 people may have been exposed to measles at a religious gathering in Kentucky.
News
Ribbon cutting ceremony held at the new veterans clinic in Fairbanks
Updated: Feb. 28, 2023 at 9:19 AM AKST
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By
Alex Bengel
Veterans can now have their needs met at the Community-Based Outpatient Clinic located at the Mountain View Medical Center on Phillips Field Road.
Health
February observed as National Cancer Prevention Month
Updated: Feb. 16, 2023 at 9:46 AM AKST
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By
Julie Swisher
Cancer is the leading cause of death in Alaska since 1993.
News
Denali Borough, City of Anderson ask Governor Dunleavy to declare disaster over wastewater infiltration
Updated: Feb. 8, 2023 at 4:54 PM AKST
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By
Alex Bengel
On February 3, the City of Anderson declared a Disaster Emergency, citing a threat to drinking water and saying the city’s resources are unable to stop the flow into the wastewater system.
Health
American Heart Association Go Red for Women Day
Updated: Feb. 3, 2023 at 12:17 PM AKST
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By
KTVF Staff Reporter
American Heart Association’s goal is to raise awareness about the number one killer of women, cardiovascular disease.
Health
Health Watch: New study finds health risks from COVID-19 during pregnancy
Updated: Jan. 20, 2023 at 4:38 PM AKST
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By
CNN Newssource
There was found to be an increased risk of conditions like pre-eclampsia, hypertensive disorders, and blood clotting.
Health
January is blood donor month and hospitals need it
Updated: Jan. 10, 2023 at 4:55 PM AKST
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By
Cheyenne VonHoene
Hospitals are in need of blood donations for potentially life-saving procedures.
Health
Physicians urge patients to get preemptive health screenings
Updated: Jan. 9, 2023 at 1:37 PM AKST
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By
Cheyenne VonHoene
Primary care physicians urge patients not to wait to start routine health screenings.
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