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.
Alzheimer’s and other forms of Dementia affects 1 in 3 seniors and results in the death of more people than breast cancer and prostate cancer combined.
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.