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Dr. Tonemah stresses health as ‘our first sovereignty’

by Derrick Tiger -

HOLLYWOOD — Dr. Darryl Tonemah, a health phycologist and musician of Kiowa, Comanche, and Tuscarora decent, travels to reservations across the country to promote health and wellness, but rather than straight out telling people how to manage their health, he pitches the idea that "health should be our first sovereignty." "I

Young adult Natives sought as advocates for Indian health through policy

by Damon Scott -

An emerging program designed to engage Natives who are entering adulthood is entering its second year. The “Health Policy Fellowship for Native Youth” immerses participants in health-related discussion and policy solutions during its year-long progression. The National Indian Health Board is taking applications for its next class through March 30. Fellows work with

Healthy cooking preps Seminoles for holidays

by Beverly Bidney -

IMMOKALEE — With the holidays just around the corner and families clamoring for some seasonal treats, 16 Tribal members attended a holiday cooking class in Immokalee Dec. 5 to get ideas and recipes. Every participant had a hand in the cooking and baking. The group, including Allied Health staff that assisted

Native youth report places spotlight on young leaders, issues

by Damon Scott -

The Center for Native American Youth (CNAY) released its unique annual report Nov. 16. CNAY is an initiative of the Washington, D.C.-based Aspen Institute. The 2018 "State of Native Youth Report – Generation Indigenous," is meant to highlight young Native leaders who are working on programs and initiatives across the country

Tampa participates in Making Strides walk

by The Seminole Tribune -

TAMPA — The Seminole Tribe and Hard Rock had a major presence at the Making Strides of Tampa Walk on Oct. 20. A group of 24 Tribal members and staff walked with a larger contingent of Hard Rock team members in the walk downtown. Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino

The best way to prevent illness: wash your hands

by Guest Contributor -

By Mary Ann Darda, Community Environmental Health Specialist How many times did you hear your mother say “wash your hands” when you were little? Well, turns out mother had good reason to remind you to wash your hands. Washing your hands is the single best action you can take to avoid getting sick

Big Cypress hosts Wear Pink Day for breast cancer awareness

by Damon Scott -

BIG CYPRESS — One in eight women will get breast cancer in their lifetime, according to the American Indian Cancer Foundation. And the group says American Indians face inequities in the incidence of cancer and in the rate of mortality. To bring awareness to breast cancer and recognize cancer survivors, Tribal

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