Don’t be overcharged for quality eyewear Health by Paul Isaacs - August 31, 2017August 31, 2017 When you visit an optometrist for a routine eye exam and need eyewear, you do not have to purchase your glasses or contacts from that same optometrist. You may obtain your prescription from the optometrist and take it with you so that you can shop around and compare prices on
Crevier named NCUIH executive director Health by From Press Release - August 31, 2017August 31, 2017 WASHINGTON — The National Council of Urban Indian Health announced July 31 that its executive director position has been filled by Francys Crevier, who previously served NCUIH as the director of Governmental Affairs. Crevier (Algonquin) has been serving Indian Country for more than a decade. She has served in various capacities
Free dental service available for children Health by Robert Lamendola - August 31, 2017August 31, 2017 The Florida Department of Health in Broward County has launched another free dental service for children – fluoride treatment to prevent cavities. Hygienists from DOH-Broward are offering a free dental exam and tooth-strengthening fluoride varnish to clients of the department’s Women, Infants & Children (WIC) family nutrition program. Last year, the department
A patient’s perspective on colorectal cancer screening Health by Chris Mandregan - August 31, 2017August 31, 2017 American Indians and Alaska Natives are uniquely vulnerable to colorectal cancer. That’s why in Alaska, Alaska Native patients are now recommended to get their first colonoscopy — an examination of the gut for suspicious growths — at age 40. Across the Indian health system, both in federal government operated facilities and
Jill Kehaulani Esch chosen NICWA’s Member of the Year Health by From Press Release - July 31, 2017 In April, the National Indian Child Welfare Association honored Jill Kehaulani Esch, Esq. as 2017 NICWA Member of the Year. NICWA’s annual Member of the Year award honors and recognizes an individual or organizational member of NICWA who has demonstrated outstanding service, contributions and leadership in his or her profession,
Tips for back-to-school immunizations Health by Robert Lamendola - July 31, 2017 Don’t let too much of summer vacation slip away before planning to get ready for school again – including all childhood immunizations. The best choice is to have children vaccinated by your family doctor. If that is not possible, you can visit the Tribal Health Department or county offices of the
Boys and Girls Club springs into fitness Health by Li Cohen - June 30, 2017June 30, 2017 The Seminole Tribe of Florida’s Boys and Girls Club embarked on a fun-filled fitness journey in May. From May 8-12, students from throughout the tribe participated in the Spring National Fitness Competition, sponsored by the Boys and Girls Clubs of America and Nestlé. The competition occurs twice per year — in
Summer food safety tips Health by Nicholas Persaud - June 30, 2017June 30, 2017 Summer is here! Fun times such as pool parties and other social events can mean foodborne illnesses caused by disease-causing bacteria found in many foods. Most often, these bacteria spread when proper hand-washing techniques are not used; when uncooked foods are allowed to cross-contaminate foods that are ready to eat;
Special needs shelters available as part of hurricane preparedness Health by Robert Lamendola - June 30, 2017June 30, 2017 Hurricane season runs from June 1 to Nov. 30, so don’t wait until a hurricane is barreling down on South Florida before you make your preparations – especially if you have special medical needs. Avoid delays and stress during severe weather by registering in advance for a special needs shelter. Those
Night Crawlers capture Fitbit Challenge Health by Kevin Johnson - June 30, 2017June 30, 2017 HOLLYWOOD — The abundance of frequent walker miles accumulated by Nina Frias and Hali Garcia in lengthy trips across southern Broward County helped their team capture Hollywood’s Pathways Fitbit Challenge this spring. With the Hollywood Reservation as a starting point, Frias and Garcia embarked on journeys that most people would only consider