Alaska AHEC

02/12/2026

💉 Calling All Nurses Serving in Underserved Communities

The Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Program is hosting a live virtual Q&A “Office Hours” session to support applicants ahead of the March 12, 2026 deadline.

🗓 Wednesday, February 25, 2026
⏰ 10:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. ET (Drop in anytime)

This is a great opportunity to connect directly with federal representatives, ask questions, and make sure your application is on track.

If you’re practicing in rural or underserved areas of Alaska, this program may help reduce your student loan burden while continuing the important work you do in your community.

🔗 Access details and toolkit:
bhw.hrsa.gov/programs/nurse-corps/loan-repayment/toolkit

or

https://www.facebook.com/HRSAgov/

02/09/2026

⏰ One Week Left to Apply — Della Keats Program

The Della Keats Program supports Alaskans who are ready to take the next step toward a career in healthcare. If you’re from a rural or underserved community and planning to pursue health training, this is your moment.

Participants receive academic, financial, and personal support designed to help you succeed—from pre-health coursework through professional training.

🗓 Applications close in ONE WEEK.
(Application deadline: February 13, 2026)

Don’t wait. Take the next step toward serving your community through healthcare.

👉 Apply now: https://uaa.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_25hppZFLsRJTInY



UAA College of Health

02/06/2026

02/06/2026

Days left to apply! 📣 The extended deadline for survivors of the 2025 West Coast Storm to apply for State of Alaska and FEMA individual assistance, State Disaster Unemployment Assistance, as well as SBA disaster loans, is February 20, 2026! ALSO call if you need to re-apply or were denied.
☑ To register for State of Alaska Individual Assistance: Call 1-844-445-7131, Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. or apply online: https://ready.alaska.gov/ia
☑ To register for State Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) – call the Alaska Department of Labor (Yup’ik translators available): Call (907) 465-4691
☑ To register for FEMA Individual Assistance: Call 1-866-342-1699, 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. weekdays and 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday. Yup’ik interpreters are available 1-5 p.m. Thursday. Or apply online at https://disasterassistance.gov
🆕 A Bethel Assistance Hub has reopened to help survivors apply for disaster assistance, answer questions, and upload needed documents. The Assistance Hub is located at the AVCP Tugkar Building 570 3rd Ave. Hours of operation: Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-noon and 1 p.m.-4 p.m.
☑ To register for Small Business Administration (SBA) low-interest disaster loans, call 1-800- 659-2955, Monday – Friday 6 a.m. – 4 p.m. or apply online at https://sba.gov/disaster
☑ To register for assistance through the American Red Cross: Call 1-800-RED-CROSS
☑ To register for housing: Call the Non-Congregate Shelter Assistance Line at 907-759-6927, Monday-Saturday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Alaska Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management
FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency
American Red Cross of Alaska
U.S. Small Business Administration

02/05/2026

📢 Attention Healthcare Providers: Get Up to $100K in Loan Repayment!

Are you working to improve health equity in our communities? The National Health Service Corps (NHSC) is officially accepting applications for three different loan repayment programs!

If you are a primary care, dental, or mental/behavioral health provider at an NHSC-approved site, you could receive up to $100,000 to pay off your student debt in exchange for your service.

💼 Which Program Fits You?
NHSC Loan Repayment Program: For primary care providers in high-need areas.

SUD Workforce LRP: Specifically for those tackling the substance use disorder crisis.

Rural Community LRP: Dedicated to providers serving our rural populations.

✅ Quick Eligibility Check:
U.S. Citizen or National.
Licensed to practice in your state/discipline.
Working at an NHSC-approved site.
Have qualifying educational student loan debt.

🗓️ Deadline: March 31 at 7:30 p.m. ET
Don’t wait! Applications require setting up an account in My BHW with multi-factor authentication (Google Authenticator). Give yourself plenty of time to navigate the setup.

🔗 Apply Here: https://programportal.hrsa.gov/extranet/public

🤔 Not sure which to choose? Check out the "Which One Is Right For You?" comparison chart on the HRSA website.

Calling all clinicians – the application for our three loan repayment programs is now open through March 31! 🎉 Let us help you get a jumpstart on your future with up to $100,000 in student loan relief.

Learn more about which opportunity is right for you, and apply today: https://ow.ly/OMkZ50Y4Mfx

01/23/2026

🎉 Happy Healthcare Continuing Education Professionals Day! 🎉

Today, Alaska AHEC proudly recognizes the continuing education professionals who work behind the scenes to keep our healthcare workforce learning, growing, and prepared to serve communities across Alaska. 🩺📚

From coordinating trainings and managing accreditation to supporting lifelong learning in rural and underserved areas, your work strengthens patient care and the entire health system. We are grateful for your dedication, organization, and passion for professional development.

💙 Join us in celebrating by thanking a CE colleague, sharing a story of impact, or tagging someone who helps make continuing education possible.

01/16/2026

🚨ANCHORAGE🚨
Now *THIS* is a well-loved fire hydrant!! Yesterday... before Mother Nature ruined everything by turning up the heat and throwing rain at us 😖... Ms. Ali Odell spent her time meticulously clearing out five and a half hydrants in her neighborhood. It's important hydrants are clear before an emergency occurs so can get 💦water💦 on a 🔥fire🔥 as soon as possible. Just look at that beautiful, snow-free three-foot diameter and nice path... it gives us all the feels 🥰🥰🥰
Thank you, Ms. Odell, for turning your love of your Spenard community into a potentially lifesaving action.

01/15/2026

01/14/2026

UPCOMING: Alaska Public Health & Maternal Child Health Summit!

Join Alaska AHEC next week at the Dena’ina Center for a pivotal event bringing together the Alaska Public Health Association and the Maternal Child Health & Immunization Conference.

Whether you join us in Anchorage or participate online, this is your chance to connect with the pulse of Alaska’s healthcare community.

What to Expect:

🗣️ Keynote Speakers: Insights from top experts and community leaders.

💡 Panel Discussions: Deep dives into Health Equity, Rural Healthcare, and Mental Health.

🛠️ Workshops: Practical tools to address today's public health challenges.

🤝 Networking: Connect with fellow professionals, policymakers, and advocates.

Let’s work together to strengthen Alaska’s health workforce and communities!

🗓️ When: January 20–22, 2026

📍 Where: Dena’ina Center, Anchorage (Hybrid options available!)

👇 Register & Learn More Here: https://www.alaskapublichealth.org/
https://www.facebook.com/AlaskaPublicHealth
Alaska Public Health Association