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Losing Permafrost in Alaska

This video adapted from Spanner Films describes the effects of changes to permafrost, the frozen layer of soil and ice that underlies much of Alaska, caused by a warming climate. Permafrost, some of which has persisted since the last ice age, more than 10,000 years ago, is melting rapidly. In affect

Are you Hepatitis C aware? - English

Are you Hepatitis C aware? Did you know American Indians and Alaska Natives are at greater risk of having hepatitis C? Get tested. Get treated. Learn more at Medicare.gov or talk to your Indian health provider. We accept comments in the spirit of our comment policy: http://newmedia.hhs.gov/standard

Are you Hepatitis C aware? - English

Are you Hepatitis C aware? Did you know American Indians and Alaska Natives are at greater risk of having hepatitis C? Get tested. Get treated. Learn more at Medicare.gov or talk to your Indian health provider. We accept comments in the spirit of our comment policy: http://newmedia.hhs.gov/standard

It’s powwow season - English

Celebrate your culture and your health. Schedule your free wellness visit and keep dancing. Learn more at Medicaid.gov or Medicare.gov, or talk to your Indian health provider. A message from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.

Healthy holidays!- English

Make sure your family is healthy this holiday season by signing them up for health coverage. Sign up at Healthcare.gov, call 1-800-318-2596, or talk to your Indian health care provider. We accept comments in the spirit of our comment policy: http://newmedia.hhs.gov/standards/comment_policy.html A

Don’t let diabetes stop you - English

Description Don’t let diabetes stop you. With Medicaid, Medicare, or private insurance, you have the tools to treat your diabetes and prevent more serious health problems. Learn more at https://go.cms.gov/diabetes909457 We accept comments in the spirit of our comment policy: http://newmedia.hhs.go

It’s time to insure your family. - English

Medicare open enrollment lasts until December 7th. Marketplace open enrollment runs until December 15th. Visit Healthcare.gov or Medicare.gov or talk to your tribal health provider to learn more and sign up. We accept comments in the spirit of our comment policy: http://newmedia.hhs.gov/standards/co

Hello sunshine- English

Protect yourself from skin cancer. Seek shade. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen. Talk to your doctor about unusual spots on your skin. Sign up for insurance at healthcare.gov or call 1-800-318-2596. We accept comments in the spirit of our comment policy: http://newmedia.hhs.gov/standards

Keep your kid’s smile healthy - English

National Children’s Dental Health Month is a good time for an oral health check-up. Your kids may qualify for free dental care with Medicaid or CHIP. Learn more at Medicaid.gov or talk to your Indian health provider. We accept comments in the spirit of our comment policy: http://newmedia.hhs.gov/st