With some of the 150 residents of the Athabascan village of Tanana on the banks of the Yukon 220 river miles from Fairbanks or 6 hours on a seasonal one lane dirt “Pioneer” road. This is one of hundreds of remote Alaskan villages that face unique challenges in accessing health

I called Navajo President Buu Nygren to express my condolences for the four medical professionals killed in a tragic air-crash on Tuesday in Chinle. Buu told me that his community is shattered by the loss of these indispensable friends to the Navajo tribe. These individuals had

🌱 Congratulations to NAC staff on their completion of the Seed to Supper Train the Trainer series led by Maricopa County Public Health. The sessions focused on gardening basics, Arizona-friendly crops, and how growing food supports health and wellness. #NACcommunity #MaricopaCounty

🎉 Native Youth Day was Amazing at IHB! 🎉 A huge thank you to everyone who joined us and made this event such a success. Our performers, partners, volunteers, and community members. You’re the heartbeat of IHB! ❤️🪶 #MyIHB #NativeYouthDay #CommunityWellness #NativePride

The USDA Tribal Advisory Committee (TAC) was established by the 2018 Farm Bill to provide recommendations to USDA and Congress. In 2024, it issued its first set of recommendations. Upon the TAC’s charter being renewed, the TAC is seeking input on additional recommendations. (1/3)

New podcast episode! How are Urban Indian Organizations navigating the ongoing challenges of COVID-19? In our latest podcast, NCUIH's Alyssa Smith-Longee & Dr. Kimberly Fowler discuss diagnosis, care, and community impact. Listen: buff.ly/EtWxQpD

Senate Appropriations Committee Advances Labor Health and Human Services Spending Bill, Protects Key Indian Country Programs buff.ly/L2iUM8V

August is National Immunization Awareness Month. Plan vaccines with family so everyone stays healthy when winter hits. More info on our vaccine page: buff.ly/SuX3N68

📣 We’re looking for a strong voice to represent urban Native veterans on the VA’s Advisory Committee on Tribal and Indian Affairs (ACTIA). Deadline: Aug 22. Email [email protected] to submit. buff.ly/IHDQvhR

🌮 Calling UIOs! Join us for a UIO Caucus + Tacos — Oct 20, DC, 3:00–5:30 p.m. ET in DC. RSVP by 10/14 so we can plan meeting + dinner: ncuih.org/events

Dr. Kimberly Fowler shared best practices from NCUIH’s electronic case reporting work with Urban Indian Organizations at NACCHO’s Transforming Surveillance and Informatics meeting, joining Tribal, local, and CDC partners in strategic planning. Learn more: buff.ly/txisYdL

🤩 Y’all mind if we throw in one more giveaway this weekend? We're handing out a limited number of FREE car seats! 🚙 We'll have car seats for kids 0-6yrs old. Older kids can come to the Sep. Family Saturday to win a booster seat! Other giveaway deets are in our last post!

New resource for healthcare professionals! Want to strengthen your vaccine conversations? Our O.A.R.S. Skills one-pager breaks down core Motivational Interviewing techniques to help build trust and connect with patients. Download now: ncuih.org/vaccine

#MenaandawiweMondays | Update! Exciting progress is taking place at the Menaandawiwe Wellness Campus! The construction crew has set the large concrete wall panels that will form the outer walls. #MyIHB #Menaandawiwe #UrbanIndianHealth #CommunityWellness #BuildingOurFuture

New resource for healthcare professionals!  Ready to have more impactful vaccine conversations? Our Motivational Interviewing Strategies one-pager shares practical tips to help healthcare providers guide patient decisions with confidence.    Download now: ncuih.org/vaccine

8/19 NCUIH Newsletter: Immunization Month, Hope for Life Day Toolkit, New COVID-19 Podcast, Policy Updates & Upcoming Events - mailchi.mp/ncuih/08192202…

National Immunization Awareness Month is a chance to refresh vaccine conversations. Explore adaptable materials on our vaccine page: ncuih.org/vaccine

Sign up for the NCUIH Newsletter to receive updates on Urban Indian health policy, events, and resources. Subscribe now: buff.ly/oplJeS7

📣 We’re looking for a strong voice to represent urban Native veterans on the VA’s Advisory Committee on Tribal and Indian Affairs (ACTIA). Deadline: Monday, Aug 25. Email [email protected] to submit. buff.ly/kqPdZvk

NCUIH was featured in CBS News on Medicaid work requirements. Our analysis found 850,000+ Native Americans lost coverage as of May 2024, putting Native health at risk. Protecting access to care remains urgent. buff.ly/F9UUNWo