Monkeypox Health Advisory
Monkeypox Health Advisory Cases of monkeypox virus have recently been identified in Europe and the US., some, but not all cases have been identified among gay, bisexual or men who have sex with men. Anyone can get Monkeypox. What you should know: Since mid-May 2022,...
Maternal Mental Health Hotline
Dial 1-833-9-HELP4MOMS for Maternal Counseling and Support On Mother's Day, the Health Resources and Services Administration launched a brand new Maternal Mental Health Hotline (1-833-9-HELP4MOMS). This new hotline is confidential and toll-free and is designed for...
Mental Health Services Expansion
MAYOR LIGHTFOOT AND THE CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH ANNOUNCE EXPANSION OF CITYWIDE MENTAL HEALTH NETWORK Mental health services for Chicagoans regardless of insurance, immigration status, or ability to pay. What you should know: Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot and the...
New Opioid Treatment Hotline
MAR NOW Pilot Program Hotline for Opioid Treatment in Chicago Hotline provides immediate access to life-saving medications regardless of insurance or ability to pay. What you should know: CDPH announced the launch of MAR NOW (Medication Assisted Recovery NOW) with...
American Indian Veterans Newsletter – Winter 2022
Winter edition of the VA Office of Tribal Government Relations Newsletter The Office of Tribal Government Relations of the Veterans Administration is grateful for the resilience and perseverance of our Veterans, their families, and our tribal nations. The VA continues...
Bemidji Area Cancer Report
Native Americans and Cancer According to the CDC, cancer is the second leading cause of death for Natives over age 45. Natives also have higher rates of lung, colorectal, liver, stomach, kidney, and other types of cancer compared to non-Hispanic white people in the...
Free At Home Covid Testing
Every home in the U.S. is eligible to order 4 free at-home COVID-19 tests. The tests are completely free. Orders will usually ship in 7-12 days. Order your tests now so you have them when you need them. Below is the federal government website for individuals to...
Marketplace Open Enrollment Deadline is January 15
Tribal Family Members who are not Tribal Citizens enroll by January 15 for coverage starting on February 1 Each January, many people resolve to prioritize wellness. Enrollment in health insurance can help make that resolution a reality and protect families from high...
Urban Indian Health News
Congressional Hearing Highlights How Lack of Urban Confer Delayed Vaccine Rollout for Urban Indians. WASHINGTON, D.C. (October 6, 2021) – On Tuesday, the National Council of Urban Indian Health (NCUIH) testified before the House Natural Resources Subcommittee for...
Living Well With Diabetes Program
Sign up for our Diabetes Prevention and Management Course. Join Cynthia Gourneau and Jessie Yanson for this comprehensive Diabetes education program! You will learn about how to identify risks and symptoms of Diabetes, types of Diabetes and management, monitoring,...