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ANTHC reaches settlement with federal government

ANTHC reaches settlement with federal government   The Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium has reached a settlement agreement with the federal government for contract support costs owed under the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (ISDEAA).   ANTHC President/CEO Natasha Singh released the following statement on this important development:   “ANTHC welcomes the authorization of this settlement, addressing contract support costs that have long been owed to Tribes that assumed responsibility for delivering healthcare on the federal government’s behalf. This

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ANTHC announces call for artists for new Skilled Nursing Facility 

The Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium is excited to invite Alaska Native and American Indian artists to submit artwork proposals for a new facility that will play a vital role in the Alaska Tribal Health System. The ANTHC Short-Term Skilled Nursing Facility, located on Ambassador Drive in Anchorage, will help people continue healing after a hospital stay, providing nursing care, rehabilitation, and physical recovery support before they safely return home. This addresses a significant gap in the system of care.

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Emergency Services Expansion update – Feb. 12, 2026

Work continues to progress on the basement of the Emergency Services expansion. The fireproofing is complete (along with Levels 1-2), and framing buildout, mechanical, and electrical work is ongoing.   At the same time, steel erection is nearing completion, while concrete slab work has been completed on Levels 1-3. For Stairwells 20 and 21, concrete is complete from Level 1-4, and for Stairwell 22, concrete is complete on Levels 1 and 2.   Potential Operational Impacts   The crane operation and steel placement will have minimal impact on hospital operations. Some disruptions due to noise or vibration may occur as workers progress.   Stairwell 6 closure is

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Skilled Nursing Facility update – Jan. 16, 2026

Construction crews working on the Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) are kicking off the new year with an exciting countdown — if all goes well, construction on the facility should be completed in one year. This month, plumbers are laying domestic water waste lines throughout the first floor, installing fire alarms, fireproofing, and installing windows in the West exterior walls. Upcoming Milestones: Construction is underway at the corner of Ambassador Drive and Elmore Road. There should be no direct impacts on departments, although

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Emergency Services Expansion Update – Jan. 7, 2026

As crews push through to the New Year, basement concrete work nears completion — while basement mechanical and electrical detailing are in progress. Pan decking has been installed in Zones 5–10 (see map of zones below), and Level 1 concrete slab work is projected to be completed in January 2026. Zone 10, level 4 steel has been completed on schedule, and levels 1 and 2 have been enclosed for heat retention. Steel structure placement is ongoing and will continue through

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Skilled Nursing Facility update – Dec. 10, 2025

As temperatures drop, construction crews are finding ways to keep work on track. Temporary tents have been set up to heat the concrete, allowing crews to continue their work. Reinforcement on the exterior courtyard ICF wall of phase 2 is now complete, and has passed inspections. Weather barriers are also being installed in preparation for exterior window installation, and mechanical contractors are installing electrical wiring on the first floor. Upcoming Milestones: Construction is underway at the corner of Ambassador Drive and

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Emergency Services Expansion Update – December 10, 2025

With one more month of 2025 remaining, basement concrete work is nearing completion, and stairs have been installed in three locations. Pan decking has been installed at zones 5-10 on level 3, and construction crews are continuing concrete slab work, which is expected to be completed sometime this month. As temperatures drop, levels 1 and 2 are now enclosed for heating purposes. Zone 10 (see map of zones below), level 4 steel is scheduled for completion in December, and steel

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Emergency Services Expansion Update – November 25, 2025

As the Holiday season kicks off this week, basement concrete work is nearing completion, with basement column grouting already complete. Construction crews have begun pouring concrete for the level 1 deck and expect to complete it in December. Level 1 is being enclosed for heating purposes while crews continue their work. Zone 10 (see map of zones below), level 4 steel is scheduled for completion in December, and pan decking has been installed at zones 5-10 on level 3. Steel

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Honor Your Lungs: Get screened for lung cancer

Lung cancer screening is an easy and effective way to help find lung cancer at an early stage when it is more likely to be cured with treatment, giving you more time to do the things you enjoy. Who can be screened for lung cancer? You may be able to get a lung cancer screening if you: *A pack-year is equal to smoking 1 pack (or about 20 cigarettes) per day for a year. Examples: 20 pack-year history = smoking

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Skilled Nursing Facility Update – Nov. 18, 2025

With the Holiday season underway, construction on the Skilled Nursing Facility is progressing right on schedule. The building is now almost fully erected, with steel installation expected to be complete in December. Crews are working to bring the second half of the courtyard up to grade while the interior and exterior east courtyard walls are being built. Sprinklers are being installed throughout the building, and pre-rock drywall is being installed before the building envelope, which is expected to begin in

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