By Audrey Frone, TCC Nurse Practitioner in the Lung Cancer Screening Program Lung cancer is one of the deadliest cancers and is very common in Alaska Native and American Indian populations. Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) offers lung cancer screenings through Chief Andrew Isaac Health Center (CAIHC). It is not recommended for all people, but depending on your age and smoking …
Recognizing your relationship with alcohol and its potential harmful impacts can be difficult. During Alcohol Awareness Month, check in with yourself to see if any of the following apply. Signs of Alcohol Misuse Drinking more or longer than intended. Spending a lot of time drinking or thinking about alcohol. Loved ones or trusted friends have made comments about your drinking. …
By Jolene Malemute, TCC Accreditation Manager TCC Health Services will be undergoing a re-accreditation survey by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC) from April 20-22, 2026. AAAHC accreditation is a nationally recognized standard that helps ensure we continue to provide safe, high-quality, and patient-centered care. Why This Is Important Accreditation means our organization is regularly reviewed against national …
Diabetes can affect many parts of the body, and one of the most serious complications is vision loss. Diabetic eye disease is one of the leading causes of blindness among adults—but the good news is that early detection and treatment can prevent most vision problems. For many people, changes to eyesight happens slowly and without pain. You may not notice …
1 in 5 adults experience mental illness each year. You are not alone and support is available. Talking about mental health helps break the stigma. Take Action: Check in with yourself and your loved ones. Learn the signs and symptoms. Seek help early. Healing is possible! Together we can build understanding, compassion, and hope. Tanana Chiefs Conference – Standing for …
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to not only raise awareness but also take meaningful steps to protect your health and support others. Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers, but early detection saves lives. This month, make your health a priority by scheduling a mammogram or clinical breast exam. If you’re not sure when you …
By Elena Larranga, Physician Assistant/Urgent Care & Float Providers Team Lead Given the evolving and high-demand nature of Urgent Care, continuing education is not just a professional responsibility, it is a critical component of delivering high quality, evidence-based care. Clinical skills workshops, held regularly for Chief Andrew Isaac Health Center (CAIHC) Urgent Care staff, serve as a vital platform for …
Alaska Native people have the highest rate of colon cancer in the world. To fight this, Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) urges Alaska Native adults to start screening at age 40—five years earlier than national guidelines. Colon cancer is one of the deadliest cancers in the U.S., but it can often be prevented with regular screening. The disease usually starts as …
The Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program is now providing direct services to beneficiaries in Fairbanks! This expansion ensures that local families have access to essential support for their health and well-being. Here’s What the TCC WIC Program Offers: Nutrition Support: Families receive personalized nutrition counseling at least twice a year, including anemia screening to promote …
Tanana Chiefs Conference (TCC) is proud to announce receiving the AAAHC Bernard Kershner Innovation in Quality Improvement Award for our ‘Accelerated Hepatitis C Screening of Patient Population’ project. This award highlights our commitment to improving health outcomes for Alaska Native patients. Hepatitis C (Hep C) poses significant health challenges, with Alaska Native communities experiencing disproportionately high death rates. TCC’s initiative …