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Raising Arthritis Awareness for the Youth

By Caslon Hatch — Tue, 14 May 2013 10:35:00 AKDT

When you think of arthritis, a teenager doesn’t usually come to mind. Just ask Claire Bradbury, she was diagnosed with juvenile arthritis at the age of 12.

Free Breast Cancer Screenings at Providence until Thursday

By Neil Torquiano — Tue, 7 May 2013 21:09:00 AKDT

Free breast cancer screenings continue at Providence Hospital through Thursday.

Frozen Pizza Company Offers Coupons after Recall Due to Plastic Fragments

By Neil Torquiano — Sun, 5 May 2013 11:55:00 AKDT

Check your freezer, if you have frozen pizza, from several months ago, there's a food recall.

Safe Sleeping Lesson for Parents of Infants

By Caslon Hatch — Wed, 1 May 2013 09:37:00 AKDT

Alaska infants die each year in unsafe sleeping environments, yet many of those deaths are preventable.

Food Recall: Orville Redenbacher Kettle Korn Undeclared Allergen

By Neil Torquiano — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 19:00:00 AKDT

A major food company has issued a recall for kettle korn for failing to label milk on the packaging.

Hundreds Gather at Dena'ina Center for Donor Family Remembrance

By Samantha Angaiak — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 17:32:00 AKDT

On Saturday, hundreds of people gathered at the Dena'ina Center for the Donor Family Remembrance event put on by Life Alaska Donor Services and many had stories just like Terri Teas.

Alaska Leads Nation for Neonatal and Infant Survival Rates

By Neil Torquiano — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 22:16:00 AKDT

Alaska has the lowest neonatal death rate in the U.S. for a second time, according to a recent medical study .

Science Fair Project Proves Celiac More Prevalent in Society

By Caslon Hatch — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 09:41:00 AKDT

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one out of 133 people in the U.S. are diagnosed with Celiac disease.

ASD Works to Identify Mystery Virus Among Students

By Ashleigh Ebert — Mon, 8 Apr 2013 16:43:00 AKDT

The Anchorage School District is trying to identify a virus similar to norovirus that’s affected dozens of students, although health officials remain unsure whether it’s the direct cause of symptoms including nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.

St. Baldrick Shaves Heads to "Conquer Childhood Cancers"

By Garrett Turner — Sun, 7 Apr 2013 14:40:00 AKDT

On Saturday, dozens of people went bald for a good cause in midtown Anchorage.

Vanishing Varicose Veins

By Caslon Hatch — Wed, 3 Apr 2013 07:02:00 AKDT

Using a laser treatment, the appearance and pain of varicose veins is reduced.

Swollen, twisted and sometimes painful; varicose veins are most common in women, but doctors say they can happen to anyone. In some cases, if not treated they can turn into a serious health risk.

Resolution Calls for Delay in Health Care Overhaul

By The Associated Press — Tue, 2 Apr 2013 07:59:00 AKDT

A resolution pending in the Alaska House calls on Gov. Sean Parnell to "take actions necessary" to delay implementation of the federal health care overhaul.

Exercise Class Keeps Expecting Women in Excellent Shape

By Caslon Hatch — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 11:22:00 AKDT

Becoming a mother is an exciting time in any woman’s life -- but doctors say exercise during pregnancy, sometimes overlooked by expecting women, can be beneficial for both mother and child.

State Encourages Ongoing Care for HIV Patients

By Jeff Richardson, Fairbanks Daily News-Miner — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 12:05:00 AKDT

Alaska health officials are making a push to link HIV-infected state residents to follow-up care with their doctors.

Frozen Foods Recall: 24 Reported Sick, None in Alaska, Possible E. coli Infections

By Neil Torquiano — Sat, 30 Mar 2013 13:19:00 AKDT

At least 24 people across the U.S., but none in Alaska, have reported becoming sick from E. coli infections traced to frozen foods from the Farm Rich brand.

Suicide Prevention Council Releases Report

By The Associated Press — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 04:41:00 AKDT

The Alaska Statewide Suicide Prevention Council has released a new report that details strides made in several areas including outreach.

State Puts Routine TB Screening on Hold

By The Associated Press — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 12:52:00 AKDT

Alaska's deputy state epidemiologist says Alaska has the highest tuberculosis rates in the country.

Cracking The Food Label Code

By Caslon Hatch — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 09:40:00 AKDT

When it comes to making those trips to the grocery store, making healthy choices can sometimes get confusing with wordy food labels.

Eight-Year-Old's Science Fair Project Prompts 133 Free Celiac Tests

By Jessica Ridgway — Fri, 8 Mar 2013 08:30:00 AKST

According to the Centers for Disease Control, one out of 133 people are living with celiac disease, an autoimmune disease.

Heart Imaging Technology Keeps Alaskans Close to Home

By Caslon Hatch — Tue, 5 Mar 2013 10:57:00 AKST

For years, Alaskans have been sent to the Lower 48 for medical treatment of certain heart conditions. Recently, however, new heart imaging technology at the Alaska Heart Institute has been allowing patients to stay in the state.