By Editor, on February 7th, 2012  SEARHC Press Release:
SITKA, Feb. 7, 2012 — The SEARHC WISEWOMAN Women’s Health Program and Bartlett Regional Hospital are happy to announce the Spring 2012 schedule for the mobile mammogram program.
The mobile mammography van will visit Haines, Kake, Gustavus, Skagway, Yakutat and Angoon this spring and early summer. The van is scheduled to visit Kake on May 1-4, Haines on May 9-22, Angoon on May 24-30, Skagway on June 4-7, Yakutat on June 13-18, and Gustavus on June 22 (no weekend appointments). Women are encouraged to contact their local clinics prior to the scheduled visit because they will need to receive a clinical breast exam before they can get their mammograms. Read more->
By Roger Maynard, on September 28th, 2011 After years of indecisiveness, the Haines Assembly was unanimous in its decision to raze the old school gym still standing at the corner of 3rd and Main Streets. The decision is based on recent information showing that restoration of the old building is too expensive, and the building is not ideal for either offices or a recreation center. There is currently no heat or electricity in the building, and it has been standing that way for at least 5 years.
A small group led by Joe Poor and Jack Wenner argued to keep the building, and said they were working on a business plan to keep the building open as a recreation center for the community, but their efforts were too little, too late. Read more->
By Roger Maynard, on September 27th, 2011 JUNEAU–Alaska officials say sesame sticks being recalled by Pepperidge Farms have been distributed in the state.
The Department of Environmental Conservation says in a release that Pepperidge Farms is recalling Baked Naturals Sesame Sticks because of the presence of “small, thin pieces of wire.” Some people have complained of small scrapes when eating them.
Read details in the Fairbanks Daily News-Miner.
By Editor, on September 7th, 2011 JUNEAU–Governor Sean Parnell has proclaimed the week of September 4, Suicide Prevention Week. Alaska’s suicide rate is twice the national average and suicide ranks in the top ten causes of death in our state.
The most recent suicide attempt in Haines was only a week ago; fortunately, the victim was found in time and is in treatment now.
Haines has a number of resources to help prevent suicides, including Lynn Canal Counseling Services at 766-2177, Haines Health Center at 766-6300 and various churches. For emergency help, call 911.
The governor’s full proclamation reads: Read more->
By Roger Maynard, on September 7th, 2011  HAINES–Police Chief Gary Lowe informs us that there will be a meeting of the Alcohol Task Force tonight at 6:00 pm in the Assembly chambers.
To view the agenda, click here.
By Roger Maynard, on August 31st, 2011 HAINES–Haines has an alcohol problem that has been highlighted recently by two accidents (one fatal) and other incidents involving young people who were affected by drinking alcohol. It’s time to look for a solution…
The Haines Borough is sponsoring a round-table type discussion this evening, August 31, 2011 at 6:30 p.m. at the Chilkat Center. The discussion, led by Chief of Police Gary Lowe, will focus on identifying the scope of the alcohol problem and proposing solutions.
For more information, contact Gary Lowe, Chief of Police, 766-2121, glowe@haines.ak.us
By Roger Maynard, on August 24th, 2011 USCG press release
KODIAK, Alaska — A Coast Guard Air Station Sitka MH-60 Jayhawk helicopter crew medevaced a 70-year-old man from Gustavus near Glacier Bay 46 miles to Juneau Tuesday evening. Read more->
By Editor, on August 20th, 2011 SEARHC News Release
HAINES—Parents, do you know if your young child is safe in the car when you are driving? Do you know the current state laws regarding child car seats?
The SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium (SEARHC), in partnership with the Haines Police Department and Safe Kids Alaska, will offer a free child car seat fitting event from 3-6 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 13, at the Haines Police Department (213 Haines Highway). Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians will be available to help parents make sure their child passenger seats are the proper fit for their car and that they meet the child car seat requirements of state law. A limited number of child car seats are available for those in need (donations are requested). Read more->
By Editor, on July 20th, 2011  By James Sherk | THE HERITAGE FOUNDATION
Private-sector job creation initially recovered from the recession at a normal rate, leading to predictions last year of a “Recovery Summer.” Since April 2010, however, net private-sector job creation has stalled. Within two months of the passage of Obamacare, the job market stopped improving. This suggests that businesses are not exaggerating when they tell pollsters that the new health care law is holding back hiring. The law significantly raises business costs and creates considerable uncertainty about the future. To encourage hiring, Congress should repeal Obamacare.
Read full article at heritage.org.
By Editor, on June 28th, 2011 Robert Woolsey | KCAW
SITKA, ALASKA (2011-06-27) The death of two Yakutat residents last week (6-20-11) brings to seven the number of commercial fishermen killed this year in Alaska – and the season is just getting started. The fact that all seven lost their lives in open boats – and all were wearing life jackets — has caught the attention of agencies involved in marine safety. There is consensus that it’s time for renewed focus on safety training for the small-boat fleet.
Read/Listen to full story at KRBD.org
By Editor, on June 10th, 2011 SEARHC Press release
JUNEAU, June 10, 2011 — Due to some of the highest levels of toxin ever recorded, the SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium (SEARHC) urges people living in Southeast Alaska not to harvest and eat shellfish. Read more->
By Editor, on May 27th, 2011 SEARHC press release
HAINES–The fifth annual Chilkat River Walk/Run/Ride from Klukwan to Haines takes place on Saturday, June 4, to raise funds for the Haines Hospice Cancer Travel Fund and raise awareness about breast cancer and breast health. This year participants can run or bicycle the course, in addition to walking. Read more->
By Editor, on May 20th, 2011  A moose and newborn calf walk across the Haines High School parking lot Haines PD Press Release:
HAINES–This morning, Alaska State Troopers and Haines PD had to “shoo off” a moose from in front of the school. The moose had given birth to two calves less than 24 hours ago and was in a location that was extremely dangerous to children walking to and from school. With assistance from John and an endloader, the moose eventually left the area. Read more->
By Editor, on April 3rd, 2011 ALASKA DISPATCH
A diet of Alaska salmon rich in Omega-3 fatty acids appears to protect [Yup'ik people] from diabetes and heart disease — even when the individuals in question have become obese — according to a recent study that examined eating habits and health in the Yukon Kuskokwim Delta region. The findings underscore what Alaska nutritionists and Native health experts have long argued: Eating wild Alaska salmon along with other traditional foods is uniquely healthy and trumps outdated, often misunderstood dietary recommendations that people should limit their intake of fish.
Read the full story in the Alaska Dispatch.
By Gary Lidholm, on March 2nd, 2011  Patient loaded, Al Badgley, Ashley Vigilante, Thom Andriesen, Amanda Vigilante return with the gurney. HAINES–If you heard a vigilante crew was looking for you, it would normally give you cause for alarm. But in Haines, it is a reassuring thing.
Sisters Ashely (20) and Amanda (18) Vigilante are two of the newest members of the Haines Emergency Medical Services (EMS) ambulance crew. The pair completed emergency medical technician (EMT) level I training in Haines in September and eagerly sought assignments so they could to get the 10 patient contacts required to attend EMT II training. Now back from a successful 2 ½ weeks in Ketchikan, where the level II course was offered, they are anticipating a future college curriculum that might lead to a medical career. Read more->
By Editor, on March 1st, 2011 SEARHC press release
JUNEAU—The SEARHC WISEWOMAN Women’s Health Program and Bartlett Regional Hospital are happy to announce the Spring 2011 schedule for the mobile mammogram program, and this year there’s a new stop on the itinerary. Read more->
By Roger Maynard, on February 11th, 2011  A new study published in the AMA’s Archives of General Psychiatry concludes that marijuana use appears to accelerate the onset of psychotic or schizophrenic symptoms in some portions of the population.
According to the abstract of the study, “Genetic risk for psychotic disorder may be expressed in part as sensitivity to the psychotomimetic effect of cannabis. Read more->
By Roger Maynard, on January 10th, 2011 An application for an initiative entitled, “Natural Right to Life,” was received by the Lieutenant Governor’s office on November 12th, 2010. The Alaska Attorney General has reviewed the application and is recommending that certification be declined. Read more->
By Editor, on December 18th, 2010 SEARHC press release:
SOUTHEAST ALASKA–All SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium (SEARHC) health care facilities will be closed on Friday, Dec. 24, for Christmas Eve and on Friday, Dec. 31, for New Year’s Eve. These closures are so SEARHC employees can spend time with their families during the holidays. Read more->
By Roger Maynard, on August 24th, 2010 Dear Fellow Alaskans;
It is vitally important for Alaskans to Vote Yes on Proposition 2. It requires notification of a parent or relative, or in case of a poor home situation a judge, before a life changing surgery on a minor child.
Read more->
By Roger Maynard, on August 9th, 2010 SEARHC press release
HAINES — The SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium (SEARHC) Health Promotion department is hosting free health screenings for adults age 18 and older on Wednesday and Thursday, Sept. 1-2, in Haines. Read more->
By Roger Maynard, on July 22nd, 2010 
SEARHC Press release
HAINES — The SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium (SEARHC) WISEWOMAN Women’s Health Program is teaming up with Valley of the Eagles Golf Links and Driving Range in Haines to host the “Rally For The Cure” Summer Scramble Golf Outing in August. Read more->
By Roger Maynard, on July 20th, 2010  Guardian Flight's King Air B200 can operate out of 2000-foot runways by Roger Maynard
HAINES — Those of us who choose to live in rural Alaska have learned to live with a lower level of medical care than is available in urban areas. We consider it a fair trade for the fresh air and freedom.
But a lower level of medical care doesn’t mean less professional.
Diana Lapham’s letter to the editor (see letters & opinions tab) this week highlights the professional actions of the ambulance, clinic and medevac people that serve us in Haines. Our experiences mirror those of the Pete and Diana.
Read more->
By Roger Maynard, on July 20th, 2010  Traveling through? Help Along the Way is a 26-page booklet describing medical services available in various parts of Alaska, with phone numbers and contact information for the highway traveler.
This booklet can be found at visitor’s centers, clinics, and other locations around Alaska. The Haines Visitor’s Center has them on hand. Don’t leave home without it.
Published in 2007 by the Alaska Dept. of Health and Social Services, Section of Injury Prevention and Emergency Medical Services, with federal funding from the Alaska Highway Safety Office. Find it on-line at http://www.chems.alaska.gov/EMS/Assets/Downloads/HAW.pdf.
By Roger Maynard, on June 25th, 2010  Alaska DEC Press Release
JUNEAU — Following a reported case of PSP in Haines, Alaska, DEC conducted tests on crabs in that area to determine levels of paralytic shellfish poison toxin. The tested crabs were collected following the reported illness.
Read more->
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