Cade Jobsis just turned 5 years old, and with that birthday, received gene therapy treatment in Dallas, Texas – a treatment that could save his life
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Advocates remind bar patrons to stay vigilant about drink safety as Folk Festival approaches
Two people in Juneau who work to prevent assault in different ways say it’s everyone’s responsibility to look out for each other.
After Sitka doctor is convicted of assaulting patients, a former Ketchikan colleague comes forward
Phoenix Johnson believes that if Dr. Richard McGrath’s actions had been addressed by Ketchikan Indian Community years ago, it could have prevented him from harming patients and medical staff in Sitka.
Advocates and youth call on Alaska lawmakers to support bills to fund suicide prevention
The cost would be less than $1 a month for individual users, but in turn, it is estimated to generate between $6 to 8 million annually toward enhancing the state’s capacity to respond to mental health emergencies.
After PFAS exposure, some Alaskans testify for stronger drinking water protections
PFAS, or ‘forever chemicals,’ are toxic and known to cause severe health problems. Senate Bill 219 and House Bill 235 aim to enforce annual drinking water testing and limits.
Lawmakers consider bill to close gap in Alaska sexual assault law
As it stands now, a key part of the legal definition of sexual assault by a medical provider requires that the alleged victim isn’t aware of sexual contact happening at the time that it occurs. Rep. Sara Hannan’s bill, if passed, would eliminate that stipulation.