The CCFR fire chief said the program that provides general care and follow-up care in the field is one of the most exciting programs he’s seen after almost 30 years in fire service.
Family
Federal health officials recommend pregnant women get the COVID-19 vaccine
In a White House briefing last Friday, CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky said pregnant people who were vaccinated showed no unusual side effects in an agency study.
At Sitka herring camp, an advocate passes down subsistence traditions
Tom Gamble is determined to see subsistence harvesting of herring eggs continue — by working to protect herring stocks and teaching kids how to harvest eggs. This spring, he shared some of his knowledge in a herring camp for kids.
Domestic violence shelters face ‘terrible choices’ from looming federal cuts
Domestic violence shelters around the country are preparing for a large decrease in federal funding that will take effect in a few months. Tundra Women’s Coalition in Bethel said that it will mean a 20% cut in its operating budget and could lead to a significant loss in services.
Kids can’t get vaccinated yet, but Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corp is getting ready by registering children age 12-15
YKHC hopes to vaccinate every child aged 12 to 15 in the region once Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine is approved for that age group.
Some Juneau elementary school students are going back to school 4 days a week
Kristin Bartlett with the school district said the minimal risk level in the community and recently updated guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention contributed to the decision.