Protect the Koyukuk River

Protect the Koyukuk RiverTCC and the tribes insist on a new decision process that looks proactively and holistically at the impacts of the Ambler road and associated activities. The Ambler Road Project is a proposal for a 211-mile industrial access road and is intended to facilitate the development of at least four large-scale mines and potentially hundreds of smaller mines …

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3rd Dose COVID-19 Vaccine Eligibility

At this time, Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) is only offering a 3rd dose of the COVID-19 vaccine to individuals who meet a certain criteria approved by the Center for Disease Control (CDC). The CDC recommends that people with moderately to severely compromised immune systems receive an additional dose of mRNA COVID-19 vaccine at least 28 days after a 2nd dose …

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Imagination Library Partnership

The North Star Imagination Library and Tanana Chiefs Conference have partnered to expand Dolly Parton’s book gifting program to all TCC communities previously unserved by an Imagination Library affiliate. “We are thrilled to be able to include the TCC communities in our Imagination Library and ensure that hundreds more children have access to these high-quality books and the thrill of …

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Limited COVID-19 Testing Availability

Limited COVID-19 Testing Available at the Chief Andrew Isaac Health Center The Chief Andrew Isaac Health Center currently has limited COVID-19 testing availability. Patients requesting to be tested can call the clinic at 907-451-6682. Tests are scheduled on a day-to-day basis and are not scheduled days in advance. Patients also have the option of getting tested at the Capstone Clinic …

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Vaccine Giveaway

Tanana Chiefs Conference recently sponsored a COVID-19 Vaccine incentive program designed thank those who have already received their vaccine and to motivate residents in Interior Alaska to get their COVID-19 vaccine! Our goal is to get as many people vaccinated as possible – to protect our elders, our youth, and our communities. What are the Prizes? Monthly Drawing The incentive giveaway …

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Coming Soon to Alaskan Telephones – Mandatory 10-Digit Dialing

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has mandated that a new three-digit number, 988, be available nationwide to reach the National Suicide Prevention and Mental Health Crisis Lifeline.  In order for 988 to work in Alaska, (907 area code), 10-digit local dialing must first be implemented.  Starting October 24, 2021 you must dial the 10 digit number to complete all local …

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UPDATE: CDC Recommends COVID-19 Booster

Today, August 13th the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention gave final approval to begin administering COVID-19 booster shots to Pfizer and Moderna vaccine recipients. Tanana Chiefs Conference health staff are currently reviewing the new guidance and will make a determination on when we will be able to offer booster shots for the COVID-19 vaccine at our healthcare facilities. We …

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Emergency Alert System Test Today

Beginning today at 10:20am AK FEMA, in coordination with the FCC, will conduct a nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System (EAS) and Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA). During this test TV stations, Radio, and cell phones may receive alert notifications. For more information: https://www.fcc.gov/document/fema-and-fcc-plan-nationwide-emergency-alert-test-aug-11 https://www.fcc.gov/emergency-alert-system https://www.fcc.gov/consumers/guides/wireless-emergency-alerts-wea

Sharon Demoski – Community Health Aide Spotlight

Talking to Sharon Demoski to get the information to write this profile about her was like being given a shot of enthusiasm and energy. Throughout our conversation, it was clear that fifteen years as a health aide, mostly in her home village of Nulato but sometimes as an itinerant, has not dimmed her passion for her work.It was not a …

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Dental Services Survey

Tanana Chiefs Conference is seeking feedback from patients of the TCC Dental Clinic regarding dental services at the Chief Andrew Isaac Health Center and throughout the region. Anonymous feedback is being gathered and will be assessed to understand what we are doing well, and where we can improve to better meet the needs of our customers. Thank you for your …

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