Mental Health
Southeast Alaska set to lose nearly a fifth of its population by 2050, report says
The state document bases the projection on a mixture of increased outmigration and deaths outnumbering births in the region.
What happens when preventative health goes right | Line One
Earthquake-resistant buildings can protect us in a disaster, just like strong preventative health measures can keep our health systems resilient.
Recently unionized home care workers in Alaska approve first contracts
Home care workers, whose services are needed more as Alaska's population ages, have negotiated for better pay and other benefits.
Alaska crests fourth wave of opioid epidemic as more people combine methamphetamine with opioids
The rate of methamphetamine found in tests with fentanyl has increased seven fold in the Pacific region since 2015, which worries experts in the field.
Trump’s promise to fix the fentanyl crisis appealed to voters and alarmed experts
Donald Trump has promised a crackdown that could include military strikes in Mexico. Many experts worry his plan will do harm than good.
Co-occurring mental disorders | Line One
We discuss the challenges of diagnosing and treating individuals with co-occurring mental health conditions.
Anchorage water utility asks thousands of residents to check pipes for possible lead
About 20,000 customers are being asked to check water intake pipes, in a survey required under federal regulations.
‘Enough is enough’: King Cove officials hail Biden Administration backing for Izembek road
While residents call the road a matter of life and death, environmental advocates say it could threaten vital wildlife habitat.
Health care for people experiencing homelessness | Line One
Host Dr. Justin Clark and his guests discuss the details of providing medical care to people experiencing homelessness on this Line One.
Dealing with the dark | Talk of Alaska Rewind
On this Talk of Alaska, we revisit our 2023 discussion on darkness, and finding ways to enjoy the short days of winter.
Anchor Point man arrested after shots fired at Homer health nonprofits
Police say Josiah Kelly, 30, confessed to shooting at a clinic for people recovering from addiction and substance use disorder.
UAA launches Alaska’s first in-state training program for school psychologists
University officials say they hope the master’s degree program will boost the number of school psychologists who understand the needs of Alaska schools.
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Regulating phone use in schools | Talk of Alaska
Should cellphones be banned in school? If so, what should those bans look like? We discuss it on this Talk of Alaska.
Rethinking education for a healthier society | Line One
On this Line One, host Prentiss Pemberton and his guests explore ideas to rethink how we deliver education for a healthier future.
Alaskans are increasingly abusing multiple drugs, complicating treatment
Combining drugs increases risk of overdose and makes withdrawal and getting medication assisted therapy more complex.
5 tips to help you reset after the time change
Daylight saving time officially ends at 2 a.m. local time Sunday. Here's how to adjust your daytime habits to get a good night of rest.
Alaskans charged $5.78B for hospital stays last year, state report says
Being a newborn baby was the top reason for hospitalizations, while childbirth complications ranked third on the list, the report says.
ACLU raises concerns as Alaska department of corrections works to keep fentanyl out of jails and prisons
Fentanyl is so concentrated that it poses new trafficking challenges. But new screening tactics raise red flags with the ACLU of Alaska.
Alaska Children’s Trust Lived Experience Storytelling Project | Talk of Alaska
We discuss how sharing stories of child abuse and neglect can help to bring healing, and prevent further pain on this Talk of Alaska.
Alaska Native advocates call Biden apology for boarding schools ‘just the beginning’
Native leaders say it's a good first step, but want the apology to be followed by more meaningful action.
Yup’ik elder talks about her childhood with her grandson, and gives advice
Akiak elder Helen Ivan shares stories about learning English and tells young people to follow their dreams and avoid drugs.
Suicide warning signs and prevention | Line One
On this Line One, host Dr. Jillian Woodruff and her guest discuss signs and share resources for suicide prevention.
Alaskans in the Fulbright Arctic Initiative | Talk of Alaska
Three Alaska women have been selected as Fulbright Arctic Initiative scholars. We learn about their international research plans on this Talk of Alaska.
Unhoused Alaskans are 8 times more likely than housed people to get serious cold injuries
Recent data from Alaska’s Section of Epidemiology shows serious risks for people living outside.
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