All-terrain vehicles offer fun and adventure, provide transportation, and are great tools for subsistence activities. However, without proper precautions, no matter the distance, riders can be put in danger, resulting in accidents and injuries. With long, sunny days around the corner, it’s important to remember every time you ride, to ride smart, ride safe, and ride sober.
Screening for HPV: Protecting Health Through Early Detection
Top StoriesDid you know that the human papillomarvirus vaccine can save lives? HPV is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections in the world, with millions of new cases occurring each year. While many people with HPV never develop symptoms and clear the virus on their own, some strains of HPV can lead to serious health issues, including cervical cancer, anal cancer, and cancers of the throat, penis, vulva, and vagina. The good news? These conditions are often preventable through routine screening and vaccination.
Ten Minutes Can Save a Life
Top StoriesSeptember is Suicide Awareness and Prevention Month. Support programs and resources are available at Southcentral Foundation for people struggling with thoughts of self-harm and for the families that love them.
Recovery Journeys with Detox and Primary Care
Top StoriesSouthcentral Foundation offers a compassionate, integrated approach to supporting individuals on their recovery journeys. Whether someone is seeking withdrawal management through SCF Detox or access to medications for addiction treatment through primary care in Anchorage and the Matanuska-Susitna Borough, SCF provides multiple pathways to care.
Navigating Paths to Wellness Through Conversation
Top StoriesEvery family has their own story, values, and vision for what their journeys to wellness looks like. Southcentral Foundation’s relationship-based Nuka System of Care creates an environment for families to share their beliefs and discuss concerns about decisions that affect their health.
Supporting Infant Feeding Through Connection and Care
Top StoriesAugust is National Breastfeeding and Infant Feeding Awareness Month, a time to highlight the importance of early nourishment and the care that supports families as they build a strong start during a baby’s first months of life.
Yeshjesh T’uh: A Safe Place for Healing and Hope
Top StoriesSouthcentral Foundation is committed to supporting community-wide physical, mental, and emotional wellness with the development of Yeshjesh T’uh, a facility that brings hope to people most in need of culturally sensitive, compassionate care.
Level Up Your Health Game: National Men’s Health Month
Top StoriesJune is National Men’s Health Month and an excellent time to evaluate your health and take proactive steps to make improvements.
Rural Career Opportunities in Southcentral Alaska
Top StoriesHave you ever dreamed of working in a health care setting in some of the most beautiful places in Alaska? Can you imagine having access to fishing, hunting, hiking, and boating from your back door? Southcentral Foundation has rewarding career opportunities that allow you to live and work close to nature while making a lasting difference in your community.
Summer Safety: ATV Safety Tips
Top StoriesAll-terrain vehicles offer fun and adventure, provide transportation, and are great tools for subsistence activities. However, without proper precautions, no matter the distance, riders can be put in danger, resulting in accidents and injuries. With long, sunny days around the corner, it’s important to remember every time you ride, to ride smart, ride safe, and ride sober.
Fueling for Summer: Carbohydrates, Colors, Protein
Top StoriesSummer is here and physical activities are in full swing! When you are participating in sports, chasing kids around, fishing, hunting, or gardening, your body will need nutrients for energy and recovery.