JUNEAU – A new bill from Representative Zack Fields aims to improve health-care access and outcomes by eliminating cost-sharing for diagnostic breast exams. House Bill 285 eliminates the patient’s out-of-pocket costs for diagnostic and supplemental breast imaging, including MRIs and ultrasounds. While screening mammograms are already fully covered under applicable plans, it is estimated that […]
JUNEAU, Alaska – SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium (SEARHC) is committed to its 2024 strategic goal of becoming the employer of choice. As part of our ongoing efforts to enhance the overall compensation structure, SEARHC is proud to announce a new $25/hour minimum salary for all, direct- hire employees. The increase impacts both new hires […]
Ottawa, ON,– Twenty-seven percent of individuals who had an emergency department visit for cannabis use developed a new anxiety disorder within three years, according to new research. Led by researchers at the Bruyère Research Institute, University of Ottawa Department of Family Medicine, The Ottawa Hospital, and ICES, this is the largest study of the relationship between cannabis use and anxiety […]
Anonymous Health, a pioneer in outpatient teletherapy services, is proud to announce its launch in Alaska. This marks a significant step in addressing the complex challenges of addiction care across the state. “We are excited to help address long-standing capacity and access challenges of addiction care in Alaska,” said Medical Director, Dr. Palani Chidambaram. “Our […]