Sharing the gifts from the Copper River watershed
The holiday season is here, and the spirit of sharing makes the dark winter months a little brighter. The long winter nights give me...
Staying healthy during isolation
During times of crisis, it's doubly important to look after your physical and emotional health, writes Dr. Kristel Rush.
Commentary: Positive parenting during social isolation
Dr. Kristel Rush shares tips on parenting while self-isolating.
Celebrate the 50th Earth Day with Earth Week Bingo
On the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, we as a global community are facing two major crises. One of those is at the forefront of everyone’s mind – COVID-19, but the other crisis is a slowly building disaster and also demands our attention. And while we are still working through the challenges of preparing for a global pandemic there is hope that we have the ability to act in response to a changing climate. That’s why this year’s theme for Earth Day is Climate Action.
How to expand your bubble safely
“Double bubbling” is not a new dance that is sweeping the nation. Nor is it an online dating service. It is the new terminology for easing up on the restrictions of isolating within your designated family circle or “bubble.”
To mask or not to mask?
Recently, there have re-emerged some questions about wearing masks.
Community Health: Let’s ‘Kick the 19’, Cordova
Participants with “Kick the 19” will meet for 30 minutes to an hour one night a week to talk about successes and challenges, and for a weigh-in. The program is free and will be facilitated by me, Dr. Paul Gloe.
$12K donated to Cordova Volunteer Fire Department
On Feb. 3, AC Value Center Manager Robbie Gilmour presented Fire Chief Michael Hicks and Engine 3 Captain Stephen Phillips with a donation check in the amount $12,009.49.
Community Health: Tips for coping with stress and how to respond to it
Behavior health clinician Susie Powell writes: Spring is coming, and this is a great time to reflect on all the dust and clutter that have accumulated over the winter and do some spring cleaning. When it comes to our mental health, most all of us have some emotional cobwebs or maybe a lot of mental clutter that have been causing stress.
16 new seats given to Cordova caregivers
On May 13 and 14, Native Village of Eyak hosted a car seat checkup event in partnership with Center for Safe Alaskans. As part of the grant, Buckle Up for Life provided 16 seats to caregivers in need of a car seat or booster seat.
