If a bilingual person is CPR-certified, they can help others who don’t speak English while waiting for first responders in an emergency.
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Ketchikan celebrates Filipino American history, culture at 2nd annual Fil-Am Festival
The event recognizes the contributions and history of Filipino Americans in Ketchikan and around the country.
Ketchikan advocates call for local, state and federal action to address opioid crisis
Statewide, officials say nearly 60% of fatal drug overdoses involved fentanyl.
First annual Filipino American Festival promotes community health, connections in Ketchikan
Apart from celebrating Filipino American History Month, the festival was a time for building community and connecting Filipinos in Ketchikan with health care resources they need.
Wellness center hires Ketchikan teens to help promote drug-free lifestyle
The Ketchikan Wellness Coalition, or KWC, received funding through the federal Drug-Free Communities grant program to hire high school students as peer counselors and leaders. The students work with staff to develop programs and activities promoting a drug-free life and supportive relationships.
CDC: E-cigarettes a growing health concern
Dr. Brian King of the CDC’s Office on Smoking and Health spoke during a recent Ketchikan Wellness Coalition conference on tobacco.