College of Health News

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Skagway Sexual Assault Survivors Face Travel for Forensic Exams

 |  Melinda Munson  |  ,

A recent article from KHNS highlights the critical gap in forensic healthcare access for sexual assault survivors in Skagway, Alaska. With no local options for forensic exams, survivors must travel significant distances to receive care. The article also points to available advocacy services and funding options that support these survivors.

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°µÍøÊÓÆµCollege of Health announces Kathy Craft as interim dean

 |  Green & Gold News  | 

The College of Health is pleased to announce the appointment of Kathy Craft as interim dean, effective July 1, 2025.

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Student Spotlight: Lisa Reed - From flowers to medical coding

 |  Jessica Degnan  | 

School of Allied Health student Lisa Reed is a lifelong Alaskan and former floral manager, now pursuing a career in medical coding.

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°µÍøÊÓÆµlaunches FY25 Summer Challenge to fight student food insecurity

 |  Your Alaska Link  | 

°µÍøÊÓÆµhas launched its FY25 Summer Challenge to raise donations and keep food support services running for students facing food insecurity during the summer months.

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Wildfire smoke and health

 |  Dr. Justin Clark  |  ,

Associate Professor Micah Hahn joins the host to discuss the health effects and epidemiology of wildfire smoke, its impact on communities and ways to protect public health.