We are excited to announce the annual 2024 Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC) Community Health Aide Program (CHAP) Forum, the premier statewide gathering for Community Health Aides/Practitioners. This year’s forum will be held over four dynamic days, offering an unparalleled opportunity for professional growth, networking, and recognition. For more information:
Hepatitis C Screening and Treatment in Rural Communities The nation, including Alaska, is experiencing high rates of new hepatitis C cases due to the opioid epidemic and injecting substance use. This CE includes information on hepatitis C, who should be screened, risk factors, pre-treatment evaluation, medicines, and follow-up. You will learn about the correct hepatitis C screening blood test to send to the lab. You will recognize the importance of early treatment to prevent the progression of liver disease, which …
We are pleased to announce registration is now open for the CHAP Forum!
Congratulations to Tabitha, Printellina, Robert, Annie, Iftekia, and Amanda on completing Session IV Training.
Congratulations to Lucy Meqenquq Bragg for completing her preceptorship!
The CHAM update will occur on May 6th, 2024. There will be extensive changes to:
Congratulations to Ariana (Kotzebue), Nattie (New Stuyahok), Derek (Kobuk), Rehanna (Aleknagik), Jenna (Chignik Lake), and Jennifer (Noatak) for completing Session I training!
Another awesome group completed Session III last Friday! Left to right: Anna-YKHC, Brittany-YKHC, Darren-YKHC, Rhiannon-SCF, Sophianne-YKHC. Congratulations and thank you for your dedication to the care of your communities!
The next Integrated Health Aide Forum is scheduled for Monday, Nov 4 – Thursday, Nov 7, 2024, at 8:00 am daily located at the Egan Center. The Awards Ceremony will be on Wednesday, November 6. The goal at each CHAP Forum is 24 CE hours for CHA/Ps. We hope to see you there!
Congratulations Lawrence Custer, Shungnak, Maniilaq for completing Session IV today! He’s the last student of 2023.