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Bristol Bay Area Health Corporation·DillinghamFire Prevention Tip: Charge on a hard, flat surface like a table, desk, or floor.
Beds, couches, and pillows can trap heat and block airflow, which can
cause a battery to overheat.
For more fire prevention tips and info on NFPA Fire Prevention Week, visit: fpw.org.
On FacebookBristol Bay Area Health Corporation·Dillingham⭐Take your best shot and get protected from the flu!⭐
Join us for a basketball themed fall vaccination clinic to receive your influenza vaccination at no cost. Anyone age 6 months and up can receive a flu shot. Influenza high dose, for those 65 and older, will be available. This year, you can also bring in your unused medications from home to safely dispose of them.
The event takes place TODAY, October 3rd at the Dillingham High School Gym from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Those participating in the flu clinic can take part in our basketball themed fun and win door prizes that include gift cards, basketballs, t-shirts, BBAHC swag, and more! We hope you will take your best shot, get protected from the flu, and stop by to see us!
77 sharesBristol Bay Area Health Corporation·DillinghamWorld Elders Day celebrates the invaluable contributions of Elders worldwide. This day encourages us to recognize their wisdom, experience, and the vital role they play in our communities. Join in by listening to their stories, supporting Elder care initiatives, and advocating for their rights.
To learn more about World Elders Day, visit: https://social.desa.un.org/issues/ageing/events/2026-unidop.
3816 sharesBristol Bay Area Health Corporation·EgegikBBAHC is hiring for Medication Delivery Coordinators in these communities:
✅Chignik Lagoon
✅Chignik Lake
✅Egegik
✅Levelock
✅Perryville
✅Pilot Point
✅Platinum
✅South Naknek
✅Togiak
Check out the details and apply today! Visit us at: https://bbahc.org/joinourteam
85 sharesBristol Bay Area Health Corporation·DillinghamCivic Awareness Month is here to promote civic engagement, public education, and active participation in our democratic process.
As Election Day is coming up, Get Out the Native Vote wants to ensure you are ready to make your voice heard.
To learn more, visit: aknativevote.com.
5Bristol Bay Area Health Corporation·DillinghamLet’s break it down more. On average, more than 290 children and adolescents in the U.S. are diagnosed with cancer every week. Don’t let these statistics go unnoticed.
Childhood Cancer Awareness Month is observed annually in September as a time to raise awareness about childhood cancer, support families affected by the disease, and advocate for research and advancements in treatment.
To learn more about childhood cancer and how you can help give them a tomorrow, visit: www.stjude.org/get-involved/other-ways/childhood-cancer-awareness-month.html.
3Bristol Bay Area Health Corporation·DillinghamProstate cancer is the most common non-skin cancer and the second leading cause of cancer deaths in men. The symptoms of this chronic disease may be difficult to spot or easy to dismiss. These can include frequent or difficult urination, blood in the urine, weight loss, and more.
This Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, we aim to raise awareness on the need for preventative screenings – beginning at age 40 for men with high risk of prostate cancer.
To schedule your screening, call BBAHC at 907-842-5201.
To learn more about Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, visit:
www.aacr.org/patients-caregivers/awareness-months/prostate-cancer-awareness-month/.
4Bristol Bay Area Health Corporation·DillinghamWalk. Run. Dance. Play. Do what makes you feel good! Many people make assumptions about aging, what it is like to grow “old” and how older age will affect them, but as we get older, it is important to understand the positive aspects of aging as well as its challenges. Research has shown that most individuals can help preserve their health and mobility as they age by adopting or continuing healthy habits and lifestyle choices. During Healthy Aging Month, start slow, and do what you can, as it’s never too late to start doing what’s good for your health.
To read about common misconceptions around aging, including exercise, visit: www.nia.nih.gov/health/healthy-aging/10-common-misconceptions-about-aging.
175213 sharesBristol Bay Area Health Corporation·DillinghamWith fall right around the corner, it’s time for some seasonal recipes!
Check out this tasty Moose-O-Buco: alaskamagazine.com/authentic-alaska/food-drink/moose-o-buco/.
1087 sharesBristol Bay Area Health Corporation·DillinghamBack to School season in Alaska brings shorter days with fewer hours of sunlight as we head into winter. Are your kids visible after dark? Be sure to keep them safe by using adhesive reflective tape on outdoor clothing, such as jackets, snow pants, hats, boots, and gloves. It's great for back packs, too! The BBAHC Environmental Health Department has reflective tape available for students. Call us today to reserve yours at (907) 842-3396. Be Safe, Be Seen, Be Reflective!
610 sharesBristol Bay Area Health Corporation·DillinghamWorld Patient Safety Day calls for global solidarity and concerted action to improve patient safety. This day brings patients, families, caregivers, communities, health workers, health care leaders, and policymakers from all countries and international partners together to focus on important health priorities.
To learn more about this year’s theme, “Safe Care for Life,” focusing on addressing noncommunicable diseases (NCDs), visit: www.who.int/campaigns/world-patient-safety-day/2026.
11Bristol Bay Area Health Corporation·LevelockThe Community Health Aide Program is currently hiring medical receptionist positions in these communities:
✅Levelock
✅Egegik
✅Goodnews Bay (Call-In)
✅Perryville
✅Pilot Point
✅Chignik Lake
For details see the Current Community Health Aide Program Positions here:
https://bit.ly/CHAP_Positions_9_11_26
To apply, visit: https://bbahc.org/joinourteam
40110 sharesBristol Bay Area Health Corporation·New StuyahokBBAHC medical staff are traveling throughout the BBAHC region in September! Our providers are ready to assist you with your health care needs.
This is the time to schedule:
✅Well Child visits
✅Annual physicals
✅Medication renewals
✅Immunizations
✅Appointments for other health needs
Be sure to stay up to date with your immunizations to remain in good health. No one has time for the flu. Ask for an influenza shot when you come in. For an appointment, please contact the clinic or call (907) 842-9688 or 1-800-478-5201. Don’t delay. Call us today!
1111 sharesBristol Bay Area Health Corporation·DillinghamCommunity is a powerful way to support those in recovery. During National Recovery Month, reach out and invite those who might be struggling to join you in activities that support their wellness. Together, we can offer hope, embrace acceptance, and celebrate the power and resilience of those beginning or continuing their road to recovery.
To learn more about prevention and recovery services at BBAHC, please visit: bbahc.org/preventionandrecoveryservices.
Recovery is possible.
2Bristol Bay Area Health Corporation·TogiakThe Bristol Bay Area Health Corporation's Infant Learning Program is uplifting families through early developmental screening and support services for children newborn to age 3. The Child Find event will take place on September 24 at the Togiak Clinic. Screening will help children get a head start on school readiness and a leg up in life. All information is confidential. Our ILP Coordinator, Kate Berkoski, can be reached at (907) 842-3398 for questions. For more information, please visit us at: https://bbahc.org/infantlearning.
82 sharesBristol Bay Area Health Corporation·DillinghamTalking about bad things that could happen, like a disaster or emergency, isn’t always easy. We may think we’re protecting the people we love by avoiding these conversations, but they are important to prepare and stay safe.
Starting a conversation today can help you and your family prepare for the unexpected. By taking simple steps, you can build your preparedness at your own pace:
• Set aside a time when everyone is calm and relaxed.
• Hold the discussion over a set time period, so decisions aren’t rushed, and people feel more comfortable talking about the topic.
• Talk about steps you’ve taken to prepare and encourage others to ask questions about preparedness actions that might work for them.
Lastly, be in the know, make a plan, build a kit, and be there for your community. To learn more about National Preparedness Month, visit: www.weather.gov/bmx/outreach_npm.
5812 sharesBristol Bay Area Health Corporation·DillinghamSeptember is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. Raising awareness for this chronic disease and its symptoms is critical for the survival of those who are diagnosed and key to early detection. You can watch for some of ovarian cancer’s warning signs, such as long-lasting symptoms of bloating, pelvic or abdominal pain, fatigue, upset stomach, heartburn, and sudden weight loss.
Together, we can support those who are fighting and contribute to continued research and awareness. Visit ovarian.org for more information.
10317 sharesBristol Bay Area Health Corporation·TogiakBBAHC and the State of Alaska, Division of Public Health, will be visiting Togiak to provide Tuberculosis education and testing on September 14th.
⭐Why is this important?⭐
▶TB spreads through the air.
▶Anyone can get TB.
▶There is no shame in being tested for TB.
▶Testing helps identify infection early.
▶Testing can prevent future illness.
▶Testing helps protect others.
▶TB is treatable.
⭐Taking care of one another starts with making sure people feel safe enough to get the care they need.⭐ Visit us here for more details: https://bit.ly/TB_Testing_Togiak_Sept_2026
We hope to see you at the clinic or the school on Monday, September 14th.
42 sharesBristol Bay Area Health Corporation·DillinghamThis year marks the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks, a moment that forever changed our nation. Today, let’s honor the lives we lost and the heroes who stepped forward that day by stepping forward ourselves.
On this National Day of Service and Remembrance, Americans of all ages and backgrounds are invited to join and lead community service projects to honor the lives, legacy, and service of those we lost on 9/11. To learn how you can Unite for Good, visit: www.911day.org.
71 shareBristol Bay Area Health Corporation·ManokotakOn September 10, BBAHC recognizes and celebrates Alaska Community Health Aide Appreciation Day, a day designated to officially acknowledge the important work and positive impact Health Aides have on the well-being of our communities.
Community Health Aides have supported our region for generations. Even without pay, our now Elders worked tirelessly to support their people and faced challenges with grace and resiliency with a sense of professionalism and love for their communities. Still today, our Health Aides are there for our people, with greater communication and a structure built to last. To the Bristol Bay Area Health Corporation Community Health Aides, past, present, and future generations, quyana!
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