News & Announcements

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Life Jacket Donations Needed

Drowning rates in Alaska are among the highest in the nation. The BBAHC Environmental Health Department is putting the word out to Dillingham and surrounding villages that life jacket donations are needed now to stock Kids Don't Float loaner boards. Read more...
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Child Find, Naknek, May 29

The BBAHC Infant Learning Program (ILP) will be visiting Naknek on May 29 for a Child Find event at the Naknek Village Clinic from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Read more...
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Mental Health Awareness Walk, May 31

Mental health care is a vital part of a wellness program for every person. Focusing on emotional well-being alongside physical health can open doors to a brighter future. Join community partners for a Mental Health Awareness Walk in Dillingham on Saturday, May 31, at 10:00 am at the Dillingham Boat Harbor. Read more... 
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Celebrate EMS Week!

During EMS Week, May 18-24, 2025, BBAHC extends our gratitude and appreciation for all EMTs, paramedics, and volunteers who help save lives in our communities. Read more...
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Thank You BBAHC Staff

During National Hospital Week (celebrated one week later at BBAHC), we extend our sincere gratitude to the health care workers we are fortunate to have in our BBAHC family. Read more...
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month

Mental health is essential for overall well-being at every stage of life. Regardless of age, background, or experience, prioritizing mental health strengthens individuals, families, and communities. Read more...
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Thank You BBAHC Nurses!

Nursing is our Nation’s largest healthcare profession, with an estimated 4.3 million actively licensed registered nurses.  At BBAHC, we acknowledge that nurses are at the very heart of our health care system. Read more...
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ETT Fall Course Schedule Announced

The BBAHC Fall ETT Schedule is now available!  Class registration is open for ETT courses in these villages:  Egegik, Perryville, Chignik Bay, Chignik Lake, Chignik Lagoon, Koliganek, Ekwok, Port Heiden. Read more...
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MMIWG Day of Awareness, May 5

May 5th is the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls. Chances are that you or someone you know has been impacted by violence against Native women and girls. Read more...
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Take Our Food Security Survey!

BBAHC is conducting a survey about food security in our region. You can help make a difference by providing us information on the foods you need most in your community. Read more...
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Medical Staff Village Travel, May

BBAHC medical staff are traveling to all of our subregions in May and ten of our villages.  Dr. Bowers, Dr. Talaga, Dr. Flamm, Dr. Strandir, Dr. Powers, Dr. Halbach and Resident Brown are ready to assist you with your health care needs. Read more...
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Dental Village Travel, May

Our Dental Team is traveling across the BBAHC region in May to provide dental services to our valued patients. Across three of our subregions and eight villages, our team will be busy preparing for patient appointments and ready to help you prevent oral health issues. Read more...
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Diabetes Village Travel, May

The BBAHC Diabetes Wellness Program is visiting Platinum during the month of May.  The team will host a Diabetes clinic at the Tribal Council building and will be outreaching to the community with home visits. Read more...
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Dillingham Health Fair, May 2

Dillingham community partners invite you to attend our Community Health Fair!  The event takes place on Friday, May 2 from 7:00 am to 12:00 noon at the Dillingham High School gym. Read more...
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Move in May 5K Walk/Run

BBAHC's Diabetes Wellness, ILP (Infant Learning Program), and WIC (Women, Infants, Children) Programs are sponsoring a free event in May. Read more...
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Support Group, May 12

Community partners welcome you to join us for a Support Group for those impacted by suicide on Monday, May 12, at 5:30 pm at the Curyung Wellness Center located at 390 D Street in Dillingham.  Read more...
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Case Management Village Coverage Update!

BBAHC's Case Management Department has four patient-centered care teams ready to assist you!  The Bear, Salmon, Sea Otter, and Eagle teams each have a dedicated registered nurse and support staff to provide service to selected villages and providers. Read more...
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Diabetes Village Travel, April

The BBAHC Diabetes Wellness Program is visiting Clarks Point during the month of April.  The team will host a Diabetes clinic and will be outreaching to youth in the school. Read more...
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Dental Village Travel, April

Our Dental Team is traveling across the BBAHC region in April to provide dental services to our valued patients. Across all of our subregions and six villages, our team will be busy preparing for patient appointments and ready to help you prevent oral health issues. Read more...
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Dental Village Travel, April

Our Dental Team is traveling across the BBAHC region in April to provide dental services to our valued patients. Across three subregions and six villages, our team will be busy preparing for patient appointments and ready to help you prevent oral health issues. Read more...
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Dental Village Travel, March

Our Dental Team is traveling across the BBAHC region in March to provide dental services to our valued patients. Across three subregions and seven villages, our team will be busy preparing for patient appointments and ready to help you prevent oral health issues. Read more...
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Child Find, March 13-14

The Dillingham City School District, BBAHC's Infant Learning Program, and BBNA Head Start are hosting an Early Childhood Child Find event on March 13-14 at the BBNA Family Resource Center. Read more...
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2025 ANTHC Scholarship Available

BBAHC is spreading the word about this amazing scholarship opportunity!  The Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC) awards 10 competitive $5,000 scholarships to qualified Alaska Native and American Indian students statewide. Read more...
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Take Our Survey!

We want to hear from you!  BBAHC is surveying members of the community to learn about your course training needs and scheduling preferences. Read more...
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Medical Staff Village Travel, March

BBAHC medical staff are traveling to our Nushagak River & Bay Central, Southern and Western subregions in March.  Dr. Bowers, Dr. Flamm, Dr. Strandir, Dr. Cooper, and Dr. Powers are ready to assist you with your health care needs. Read more...
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Suicide Loss Support Group

BBAHC, the Curyung Tribal Council, and Counseling with AJ invite you to attend the Support Group For Those Impacted by Suicide. The event will take place on Monday, February 10th at 5:30 pm in the Curyung Wellness Center, located at 390 D Street in Dillingham. Read more... 
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Endoscopy Clinic, February

An important action you can take to remain in good health is to receive your cancer screenings.  BBAHC has an upcoming endoscopy clinic in February to screen for colon cancer. Read more...
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Dental Village Travel, February

Our Dental Team is traveling across the BBAHC region in February to provide dental services to our valued patients. Across three subregions and eight villages, our team will be busy preparing for patient appointments and ready to help you prevent oral health issues. Read more...
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2024 Health Aide of the Year

On Behalf of the Community Health Aide Program, we would like to formally introduce the BBAHC 2024 Health Aide of the Year:
Monica Brown, Itinerant Community Health Aide Practitioner  Read more...
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Dental Village Travel, January 2025

Our Dental Team is traveling across the BBAHC region in January of 2025 to provide dental services to our valued patients. Across three subregions and five villages, our team will be busy preparing for patient appointments and ready to help you prevent oral health issues. Read more...
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After Hours Travel Changes

At BBAHC, the safety of our staff and patients is our top priority. We know that travel changes may be unavoidable and not every circumstance impacting travel can be anticipated. Read more...
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Endoscopy Clinic, November 2024

An important action you can take to remain in good health is to receive your cancer screenings.  BBAHC has an upcoming endoscopy clinic in November to screen for colon cancer. Read more...
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Optometry Village Travel, November 2024

The BBAHC Optometry Department is excited to be visiting Togiak and Manokotak in November! Dr. Alyssa Horstman, Optometrist and Dr. Jessica Lynch, Optometrist are ready to assist you with any vision care needs you may have.   Read more...
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Medical Staff Village Travel, November 2024

BBAHC Medical Staff are traveling to our Western, Nushagak River & Bay Central and Kvichak Bay & North Side Peninsula Subregions in November.  Dr. Strandir, Dr. Powers, Dr. Talaga and Dr. Flamm are ready to assist you with your health care needs. Read more...
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Welcome Deanna Mehlhoff

BBAHC is excited to welcome Deanna Mehlhoff as a member of our team.  Deanna is an Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) who completed graduate school at Simmons University in Boston, Massachusetts. Read more...
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November is Diabetes Awareness Month

The BBAHC Diabetes Wellness Program invites you to "Step Into Wellness" during the month of November!  The program will be hosting a lunch and learn every Friday from 12:00-1:00 pm in the Bear Conference Room. Read more...
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Behavioral Health Open House

The BBAHC Behavioral Health Department invites you to a Halloween Open House on Thursday, October 31, from 3:00 - 5:00 pm at the Behavioral Health Building. Read more...
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Celebrate American Pharmacists Month

Pharmacy Week during American Pharmacists Month acknowledges the powerful impact pharmacists and technicians have on patient care in hospitals, outpatient clinics, and other healthcare settings. Read more...
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Welcome Joshua Cash

Welcome Joshua Cash, Doctor of Physical Therapy!  Joshua has recently joined the BBAHC Physical Therapy Department and we are excited to share more about him. Read more...
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Safe Driving Tips

The BBAHC Environmental Health Department invites you to test your knowledge during Pedestrian Safety Month in October.  Read more...
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Walk For Sobriety, New Stuyahok

The BBAHC Behavioral Health Department is sponsoring a Day of Hope and Healing in New Stuyahok. The community is invited to participate in our Walk For Sobriety, to take place on October 6, at 2:00 pm. Read more...
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September is Suicide Prevention Month

September is National Suicide Prevention Month.
This month, we take time to remember all lives lost to suicide, acknowledge those who have experienced suicidal thoughts, and support everyone who has been impacted by suicide. Read more...
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Community Partnership: Beaver League 2024

BBAHC and SAFE partnered together to form the Beaver League in 2024, a new way for kids in our community to engage with healthy, safe adults, to spend supervised quality time with their peers, and to develop skills that could impact their self-esteem.  Read more...
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NAMI Family Support Group

The Bristol Bay Area Health Corporation’s Behavioral Health Center invites you to join us for the NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Family Support Group meeting on the 1st Wednesday of every month at 12:00 noon. Read more...
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Fireweed Building Update

Beginning in 2022, BBAHC made the strategic decision to relocate a majority of Finance Department staff to the Fireweed Building (121 W. Fireweed Lane, Anchorage). Read more...
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BBAHC Summer EMT Availability

The Community Health Aide Program (CHAP) would like to share important information about the availability of EMTs within several BBAHC communities this summer: Ekuk, Igushik, South Naknek, and Ugashik. Read more...
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WIC Visit to Perryville, April 23

Join the BBAHC Health Education Department next week in Perryville for a WIC Visit at the Clinic, a Salmon Color Fun Run at the school and a Family Feud Game at the Katmai Center. Read more...
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WIC Visit to Chignik Lake, April 24

Join the BBAHC Health Education Department next week in Chignik Lake for a WIC Visit at the Clinic, a Salmon Color Fun Run at the school and a Family Feud Game at the Subsistence Building. Read more...
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Della Keats Summer Program Accepting Applications

Are you a high school junior or senior, or a high school aged student completing your GED, from the Bristol Bay area interested in participating in a unique college immersion experience this summer? The WWAMI Della Keats Program at UAA is now officially accepting applications. Read more...
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BBAHC Patient Payment Portal Outage

The BBAHC Patient Payment Portal is currently experiencing an outage. Patients should contact BBAHC's Patient Accounts Department at (907) 842-5201, ext. 6201, to make a payment on their account. In Alaska, you may call toll free 1-(800) 478-5201. Read more...
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CAC Releases Annual Update

The BBAHC Nitaput Child Advocacy Center (CAC) has released its 2023 Annual Update detailing the important work, collaboration with partnering agencies, and ongoing efforts to address allegations of child abuse in our region. Read more...
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New Stuyahok Children's Fair

BBAHC’s WIC Program is hosting a Children's Fair in New Stuyahok at Chief Ivan Blunka School Commons on Wednesday, March 6, from 2:00 to 4:00 pm. This fun event is for children up to age five, accompanied by an adult. Read more...

Village Travel Dental, March 2024

Our Dental Team is on the move during March and coming soon to Togiak, Manokotak, Chignik Lake, Levelock and New Stuyahok. Everyone can take steps to improve their oral health and prevent dental problems like gum disease, tooth decay, and tooth loss. Read more...
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Medical Staff Village Travel, Feb/Mar

UPDATE:  Chignik Lagoon and Chignik Bay have been cancelled due to weather, and will be rescheduled.

BBAHC Medical Staff are coming to the Chigniks, Aleknagik and New Stuyahok in the next couple of weeks. Read more...

Dental Village Travel, February 2024

February is National Children's Dental Health Month.  Developing good habits at an early age and scheduling regular dental visits helps children to get a good start on a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums. Read more...

Dental Village Travel, February 2024

February is National Children's Dental Health Month. Developing good habits at an early age and scheduling regular dental visits helps children to get a good start on a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums. Read more...

Survivors of Suicide

Losing a loved one to suicide is traumatic and can be followed by especially intense grieving that is made more difficult with the societal stigma associated with suicide. Read more...
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NAMI Family Support Group

The Bristol Bay Area Health Corporation’s Behavioral Health Center, invites you to join us for the NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Family Support Group meeting on the 1st Wednesday of every month at 12:00 noon. Read more...
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Race Back to School!

Get ready to race back to school! BBAHC has special appointments available now on Friday, August 18 and Monday, August 21, for sports physicals, well child checkups, and routine immunizations. Read more...

Southern Sub-Region Events, March 13-16

The BBAHC Health Education WIC Program and the State of Alaska Division of Public Health will host events in the Southern Subregion communities of Perryville, Chignik Lake, Chignik Lagoon, and Chignik Bay on March 13 through March 16. Read more...

Fundraiser for Nadine Johnson

When you call the Kanakanak Hospital, the friendly lady on the other end of the line is usually Nadine Johnson, Receptionist in the Bristol Bay Area Health Corporation, Administration Department. Read more...

Virtual Rural Veterans Symposium

Please join us for the Department of Veterans Affairs’ Virtual Rural Veterans Symposium, “Dedicated to Serving Rural Veterans,” scheduled for Thursday, January 19, 2023 from 8:00 am to 11:00 am (Alaska Time). Read more...

New Year, New Information Needed

The Patient Access Department would like to remind you that it's a new year and a new Patient Registration form is needed when visiting a BBAHC hospital or clinic to receive care. Read more...

Bristol Bay Area Health Corporation manages Kanakanak Hospital, a critical access facility, which is Joint Commission accredited, receives Health and Human Services funding, and is covered through the Federal Tort Claim Act with respect to certain health or health-related claims, including liability for medical malpractice claims, for its officers, board members, employees, and certain health profession contractors and health profession volunteers. Bristol Bay Area Health Corporation is recognized by the US Government and State of Alaska as a tribal organization under PL 93-638.