Our health is rooted in our traditional values, cultures, families, and communities — in partnership across Alaska. Despite Alaska’s unique features among different regions, we come together to better our health and strengthen our communities. Like the rings of a fishing net, our strength is tied to one another across the state. And like a fishing net, if one ring develops a hole, the strength of the entire net is compromised. Creating a stronger net of health, ANTHC and Tribal ...

Early on in the COVID-19 pandemic response, ANTHC staff recognized the need to take action to slow this virus from spreading in our communities. To achieve this, we knew we must detect infections early. By mid-March staff were preparing to test and ensure that our people had access to testing across the state. ANTHC constructed a drive-thru and walk-up testing site by early April, invested in additional laboratory diagnostic equipment, and helped secure rapid testing equipment for our regional Tribal ...