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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 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

“Fall back” and plan ahead - English

Autumn is the season to hunt, preserve foods, chop wood, and plan for your health. Sign up for health insurance before the cold and flu season comes. Call 1-800-318-2596 or visit healthcare.gov We accept comments in the spirit of our comment policy: http://newmedia.hhs.gov/standards/comment_policy

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.

Are your vaccines up to date? - English

Are your vaccines up to date? Immunizations give kids and adults their best shot at health. They are covered as free preventive care under insurance. Learn more at healthcare.gov or talk to your Indian health provider. A message from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.

Get in gear for a great year!- English

Get in gear for a great year! Add health insurance to your child's toolkit. They may qualify for free or reduced cost insurance through Medicaid or CHIP. Call 1-800-318-2596 or visit healthcare.gov We accept comments in the spirit of our comment policy: http://newmedia.hhs.gov/standards/comment_pol