Alaska Native Health Board

09/04/2026

09/03/2026

Today, the Alaska Native Health Board participated in the Valdez regional planning session for the Rural Health Transformation Program. The Alaska Native Health Board and its members appreciate our strong partnership with the Alaska Department of Health as we work to improve health outcomes in rural Alaska.

Pictured here (L to R): Evangelyn Castagna (ANHB CEO/President), Chief William Smith, Commissioner Heidi Hedberg and Dr. Anne Zink

https://health.alaska.gov/en/education/rural-health-transformation-program/

02/01/2026

Worked with an individual, department, or organization that demonstrated commitment to advancing ANTHC’s vision that Alaska Native people are the healthiest in the world?

🌟 The Healthy Alaska Natives Foundation (HANF) is accepting nominations for the 2026 Luminary Awards — now through Friday, Feb. 6! 🌟

These awards honor individuals, teams, and organizations who demonstrate exemplary dedication and make outstanding contributions to the Alaska Native Tribal Health System.

The categories for this year’s awards are:
• Legacy and Leadership
• Distinguished Provider
• Outstanding Rural Health Champion

Learn more and nominate a Tribal health champion at the link:

Nominations are now open for the 2026 Luminary Awards! The Healthy Alaska Natives Foundation (HANF) is excited to announce that nominations are now open for the 2026 Luminary Awards! These ...

01/23/2026

On an annual basis, the Indian Health Service calculates and publishes calendar year reimbursement rates in the Federal Register, often referred to as the All-Inclusive Rates (AIRs), Office of Management and Budget rates, or encounter rates. Today, the 2026 AIRs were published, reflecting measurable increases for inpatient and outpatient rates for medical care provided by IHS facilities for Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries, beneficiaries of other federal programs, and for recoveries under the Federal Medical Care Recovery Act. Learn more:

01/22/2026

ANHB passed a resolution suporting the Della Keats Program. The Della Keats program is a 4-week camp that the University of Alaska provides, named after an Alaska Native Inupiaq traditional healer from the Kotzebue region. Della Keats provided educational and medical services to her people throughout her life and believed strongly in the importance of expanding, maintaining, and sharing medical knowledge in ways that would benefit both Alaska Native people and the broader Alaskan community.

Apply Here:

The Della Keats program is a 4-week camp that the University of Alaska provides, named after an Alaska Native Inupiaq traditional healer from the Kotzebue region. Della Keats provided educational and medical services to her people throughout her life and believed strongly in the importance of expand...

01/02/2026

HHS, working jointly with Drug Enforcement Administration - DEA, today announced a fourth temporary extension of telemedicine flexibilities that allow patients to receive prescriptions for controlled medications without a prior in-person visit.

This action ensures that patients who rely on telemedicine — including seniors, rural residents, people with disabilities, and individuals receiving treatment for mental health conditions or substance use disorder — can continue accessing care without interruption.

12/31/2025

In partnership with Alaska Native Tribes and regional Tribal health organizations, the Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium strives to support healthy, self-determined communities by addressing infrastructure gaps in rural Alaska.

We’re seeking a Chief Executive to oversee our Division of Environmental Health and Engineering and Corporate Construction to drive the planning, design, and construction of high-quality healthcare facilities, water and sanitation, environmental health, and energy projects in Alaska Native communities. The role includes leading operations, mentoring teams, promoting Tribal self-governance, and ensuring strategic, financial, and operational excellence.

Join Alaska’s largest Tribal health organization - where leadership meets legacy, and your work makes a difference every day. Apply at: https://bit.ly/DEHE-Chief-Executive

12/23/2025

Now hiring! Southcentral Foundation is seeking Medical Director candidates in the Matanuska-Susitna Borough. This position is responsible for providing direct clinical care and works with clinical employees to establish medical protocols and treatment regimens.
For more information, call 907-729-4955 or email [email protected]

12/17/2025

Indian Health Services Scholarship program opened yesterday, Monday, December 15, and closes February 28. This program is for multiple Preparatory, Pre-Graduate and Health Professions Scholarship, Associates, Bachelor's, Master's and Doctorate for the 2026-2027 year.

For more info, click here:

The Indian Health Service (IHS), an agency within the Department of Health and Human Services, is responsible for providing federal health services to American Indians and Alaska Natives. The provision of health services to members of federally-recognized Tribes grew out of the special government-to...