Alaska Department of Health

Alaska Department of Health Alaska DOH's mission is, "Promoting the health, well-being, and self-sufficiency of all Alaskans."

YOU DESERVE TO FEEL HEARD | Whether you’re facing mental health struggles, alcohol or drug use concerns, or just need so...
09/13/2026

YOU DESERVE TO FEEL HEARD | Whether you’re facing mental health struggles, alcohol or drug use concerns, or just need someone to talk to, support is available.

The 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline is available 24/7/365, and your conversations are free and confidential.

Call, text, or chat 988 to get connected directly. Visit NextMove.alaska.gov for more mental health and substance use resources. https://nextmove.alaska.gov/?utm_campaign=nextmove&utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=paid

09/12/2026

WHAT'S A HEALTH HERO? | That's the question we're inviting young Alaskans to answer for this year's "Healthy Is: Bookmark Challenge." Download the entry sheet under Featured Activities, at Connections for Kids: https://direc.to/fR4v

09/11/2026

MASKING EMOTIONS | Tiffany realized she started using substances to mask her anxiety.

It wasn’t until she fully understood that she was using substances to cover up her feelings of anxiety that she was able to get meaningful help.

No matter where you are in your journey, you can find support at NextMove.alaska.gov.

REMEMBER. HONOR. SERVE. I Today, we remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and honor the first responders, publi...
09/11/2026

REMEMBER. HONOR. SERVE. I Today, we remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and honor the first responders, public servants, service members, and neighbors whose courage and service helped carry us all through the days and years that followed.
As we mark the 25th anniversary, we honor those we lost through service and acts of kindness that strengthen our communities.
Today and every day, we can each find a way to serve and care for our fellow Alaskans.

FREE SCREENINGS | Early detection saves lives. To help detect problems early, the Alaska Breast and Cervical Cancer Scre...
09/11/2026

FREE SCREENINGS | Early detection saves lives. To help detect problems early, the Alaska Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Assistance Program (AK B+C) offers screenings at no cost through enrolled clinics and health care providers across Alaska.

When to get screened:
• Ages 21–29: Start with a Pap test
• Ages 30–65: Ask about Pap and HPV tests
• Ages 40+: Talk to your provider about mammograms

Are you one of the thousands of Alaskans who qualify for FREE breast and cervical cancer screenings? Talk with your health care provider or contact AK B+C directly to find out.

Call AK B+C: 1-800-410-6266 or 907-312-9555.

Learn more or find a clinic: https://direc.to/fTSL

09/11/2026

2026 BOOKMARK CHALLENGE | What does it mean to be a Health Hero? We're inviting Alaskans ages 3–18 to answer that question -- through art! Look for "Healthy Is: Bookmark Challenge" under Featured Activities, at Connections for Kids: https://direc.to/fR4v

EVERY HEALTHY CHOICE IS A SUPERPOWER! | Eating colorful foods, staying active, getting enough sleep, helping others, sta...
09/10/2026

EVERY HEALTHY CHOICE IS A SUPERPOWER! | Eating colorful foods, staying active, getting enough sleep, helping others, staying safe or taking a moment to breathe through big feelings. There are so many ways to be a Health Hero!

Young Alaskans ages 3–18 can show us their superpower in the 2026 Healthy Heroes Bookmark Challenge. Learn more and enter by Oct. 9 at ConnectionsForKids.alaska.gov

THINKING ABOUT QUITTING VA**NG? | You have the best chances of quitting for good by combining quit coaching and ni****ne...
09/10/2026

THINKING ABOUT QUITTING VA**NG? | You have the best chances of quitting for good by combining quit coaching and ni****ne replacement therapy. Ni****ne replacement therapy reduces withdrawal feelings by giving you a small amount of ni****ne while you quit.

Alaska's To***co Quit Line offers FREE ni****ne replacement therapy and quit coaching. Visit AlaskaQuitLine.com to learn more.

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