ALASKA HEALTH

Alaska Diseases News


Allergies

Live Poll

Is now a good time to resume personal health precautions given rising local flu rates?

Allergies

Alaska Confirmed 272 Influenza Cases

State health officials reported a significant increase in flu activity compared to the same period last year.

Alaska Confirmed 272 Influenza Cases

COVID-19

Live Poll

Should the federal government increase support for rural areas struggling with high rates of infectious disease?

COVID-19

CDC Director Visits Alaska Amid Tuberculosis Crisis

Dr. Erica Schwartz toured rural communities to investigate the state's leading rate of active tuberculosis infections.

CDC Director Visits Alaska Amid Tuberculosis Crisis

Cancer

Cancer

Alaskan Cancer Patient Advocates for Aid in Dying

A Haines resident is seeking options for terminal care as she navigates a stage 4 cancer diagnosis.

Alaskan Cancer Patient Advocates for Aid in Dying

Asthma

Live Poll

Should states prioritize upgrading to digital systems over maintaining traditional paper-based administrative records?

Asthma

Alaska Drivers Will Receive Medical Paper Exemption

The FMCSA will grant a one-year waiver for Alaska commercial drivers to utilize paper medical certificates starting October 12.

Alaska Drivers Will Receive Medical Paper Exemption