With the drive from Girdwood to Anchorage taking anywhere from 40 minutes or more, based on conditions, the time to act quickly is even more imperative, even if the person doing CPR isn’t confident in their abilities.
With Alaska's short days in the winter and long days in the summer, it can be difficult for children to sleep, but one Anchorage woman started her own sleep business to help other parents.
Dr. Laura Kompkoff, a Neuro-Optometrist at Katmai Eye and Vision Center, said when you hear the term “dry eyes,” it doesn’t sound like a big deal, but it can be.
In this week’s Healthy Living, the news team dives into float therapy and how it’s helping people disconnect from the world, and in some ways, even their body.
Kristen Wood, a licensed acupuncturist at Snow Blossom Acupuncture Wellness & Float Center, explains the process behind each and why she’s passionate about both.
The Seay family shares their story of their son Lincoln needing a heart transplant and encourages families to have the conversation about organ donation before tragedy strikes.
For over 40 years, The Great American Smokeout aims to curb the use of tobacco products by helping those who want to quit to take that first step towards a smoke-free life.
We spoke with Dr. Kelly Powers, Director of Breast Imaging at Alaska Regional Hospital about how breast cancer, while the second leading cause of cancer death for women nationwide and in Alaska, is also one of the most preventable types of cancers.