Tag: coronavirus
Despite backlash over coronavirus timing, Alaska’s investment arm puts $35M into fund for Ambler Road
Critical public testimony didn’t stop the AIDEA board from putting $35 million toward the controversial Ambler Road project Friday.
Why Alaska’s Rep. Don Young opposed ‘socialist’ coronavirus aid bill but would likely vote for it now
Alaska Congressman Don Young has only praise for the $2.2 trillion coronavirus stimulus bill. But less than three weeks ago, he derided a much smaller relief package, saying it was stuffed with "socialist" ideas.
Fairbanks is now considered Alaska’s coronavirus ‘hot spot’
Alaska health officials are now calling the Fairbanks area the “hot spot” for coronavirus in Alaska. That’s despite more total cases in Anchorage, where there’s also been two deaths, and a higher percentage of cases in Ketchikan relative to that city’s population.
Analytics, public health and the gospel: What going online is teaching faith institutions in Alaska
Faith leaders around Alaska say are finding creative ways to balance their role as community creators with important public safety messages.
Alaska’s COVID-19 case tally notches up 5; Delegation explains new federal relief measures
Alaska reported five new cases of COVID-19 Monday, bringing the total number of cases to 119, Governor Mike Dunleavy said at an evening press briefing.
Keeping kids learning during the coronavirus pandemic | Alaska Insight
With a national and state emergency declared to slow the spread of coronavirus, school districts across Alaska are dealing with extended spring breaks and uncertainty surrounding the remainder of the school year. What are the options for distance education in a state with low or no internet connection in some areas?
Two Fairbanks medical clinics are related to at least 15 COVID-19 cases, state says
Two medical practices in the same building in Fairbanks are connected to a cluster of COVID-19 cases, according to the Alaska Department of Health...
UAA study: To prevent deaths, Alaska will need strict interventions for many months
A new academic study of the coronavirus’s likely impacts on Alaska is clear: to prevent thousands of deaths, strict interventions will be necessary for months.
Alaska Legislature passes budget with $1,000 PFD, no stimulus
The Alaska Legislature passed a budget over the weekend with roughly $5.4 billion in state spending. It includes funding for $1,000 Permanent Fund dividends, but no stimulus payments.
Third Alaskan dies of COVID-19 as case count rises to 114
The deceased patient was 73 years old and had been admitted to the hospital almost a week ago.
Alaska Airlines Center set to house 150 patients as planners prepare for surge of cases
Anchorage officials say they hope that the former sports center won't need to be used, but that they want to be prepared just in case.
For SNAP and WIC recipients, buying groceries during a pandemic is complicated
Recipients of SNAP and WIC benefits are finding themselves in a tight spot trying to avoid catching the coronavirus while getting food for their families
Saturday update: Alaska COVID-19 case count jumps by 17, to 102
Alaska has confirmed 102 cases of COVID-19 as of Saturday afternoon, up from 85 the day before, the Department of Health and Social Services said.
Resident of 90-bed Fairbanks center for seniors and rehab tests positive for COVID-19
Foundation Health Partners, which operates the 90-bed Denali Center, said it believes the resident caught the disease from a staff member who also tested positive. After learning of the resident's positive test Friday and consulting with state epidemiologists, the center tested every resident and staff member for COVID-19.
Coronavirus fears fuel assault on Bering Sea fishing boat, federal prosecutors charge
Maurice Young was a housekeeper and galley assistant on the 235-foot SeaFreeze America. A day before the assault, the victim -- a processor on the ship -- criticized Young “for serving food without gloves,” prosecutors said in a court filing.
Anchorage officials: We need your COVID-19 protective gear, including homemade masks, ‘immediately’
Anchorage officials are again asking people, businesses and medical providers to donate protective equipment "immediately," including homemade masks.
Despite community donations so far, Anchorage continues to face a shortage of personal protective equipment, the city says.
Wristbands, longer shifts, fever checks: How Alaska oil companies are responding to the global pandemic
While work is continuing on Alaska’s remote North Slope, oil and gas companies say it’s not business as usual. They’re taking new precautions to keep the virus away.
‘We crossed a line today’: Dunleavy orders statewide shelter in place, limits travel
People can still go outside, under the new mandate, but they must remain six feet or more away from individuals not in their households.
Alaska health officials still want you to go outside. Just keep your distance and no snot rockets.
“I don’t think there should be any risk, as long as people are adhering to the social distancing,” said Dr. Joe McLaughlin, the state epidemiologist. "It’s really important that people stay healthy and stay fit."
Anchorage patient first to die from COVID-19 in Alaska
The first person to die in Alaska after testing positive for COVID-19 passed away Friday at Alaska Native Medical Center in Anchorage.