Alaska Department of Fish and Game

Yamaha-Sponsored Kenai Classic Roundtable Sparks Discussion of Offshore Wind Effects on Fishery Management

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Thursday, September 7, 2023
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The 10th Annual Kenai Classic Roundtable sponsored by Yamaha Rightwaters™ included a robust discussion on the possible effect Offshore Wind (OSW) could have on fishery management and access, led by Andy Lipsky, Offshore Wind Program Lead, NOAA® Fisheries, and Mike Waine, Atlantic Fisheries Policy Director, American Sportfishing Association®.

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  • The 10th Annual Kenai Classic Roundtable sponsored by Yamaha Rightwaters™ included a robust discussion on the possible effect Offshore Wind (OSW) could have on fishery management and access, led by Andy Lipsky, Offshore Wind Program Lead, NOAA® Fisheries, and Mike Waine, Atlantic Fisheries Policy Director, American Sportfishing Association®.
  • Both speakers shared concerns and sought input on solutions to meet the challenge of coexistence between OSW and healthy fisheries.
  • “Offshore wind is being planned and is really imminent across the U.S. and [we] have a chance now to get ahead on the science and planning of offshore wind energy.
  • The Roundtable has become a key element of the Classic focusing on a breadth of fishery, environmental, and conservation topics featuring nationally-recognized field and topical experts.

Kendra Sticka, PhD, RDN Named Executive Director of Alaska’s Health Information Exchange

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Tuesday, August 8, 2023
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healtheConnect Alaska , Alaska’s state-designated health information exchange (HIE), has named Kendra Sticka, PhD, RDN, as the organization’s new executive director.

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  • healtheConnect Alaska , Alaska’s state-designated health information exchange (HIE), has named Kendra Sticka, PhD, RDN, as the organization’s new executive director.
  • Dr. Sticka is charged with steering the organization into continued growth and development, including ensuring the organization fulfills its commitment to the Alaska Department of Health.
  • “healtheConnect has seen tremendous growth over the last year and has provided Alaskan communities and providers access to critical patient health information, typically not easily available prior to or at the time of care,” said Dr. Sticka.
  • “healtheConnect is playing a crucial role in the positive healthcare and health IT transformation in Alaska.

Alaska Department of Education & Early Development Pledges $2 Million to Support Educators and Students

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023
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NEW YORK, Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Acting Commissioner of Education Heidi Teshner today announced that the Alaska Department of Education & Early Development (Alaska DEED) is allocating $2 million in federal COVID-19 relief funds to help pre-K to 12th grade public school educators obtain classroom resources. The collaboration between Alaska DEED and DonorsChoose, a 501(c)(3) charitable non-profit, will empower educators to support student academic success through classroom supplies. Each Alaska public school teacher can receive up to $1,000 in project funding from Alaska DEED, as long as funding lasts.

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  • NEW YORK, Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Acting Commissioner of Education Heidi Teshner today announced that the Alaska Department of Education & Early Development (Alaska DEED) is allocating $2 million in federal COVID-19 relief funds to help pre-K to 12th grade public school educators obtain classroom resources.
  • The collaboration between Alaska DEED and DonorsChoose , a 501(c)(3) charitable non-profit, will empower educators to support student academic success through classroom supplies.
  • Each Alaska public school teacher can receive up to $1,000 in project funding from Alaska DEED, as long as funding lasts.
  • "We're so grateful that Alaska Department of Education & Early Development is partnering with DonorsChoose, and that the department is using this innovative way to help students start the school year strong."

Civitas Networks for Health Welcomes 11 New Members During First Half of 2023

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Monday, July 10, 2023
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The work Civitas members do is fundamental to improving health, moving the American health care system forward, and building the underlying infrastructure for health equity.

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  • The work Civitas members do is fundamental to improving health, moving the American health care system forward, and building the underlying infrastructure for health equity.
  • “Emerging from the pandemic, the work Civitas members are doing to connect health data to outcomes is more important than ever,” said Civitas CEO, Lisa Bari.
  • “Our new members are incredible additions to the Civitas network, and we are grateful for their partnership and collaboration.
  • Hosted in partnership with Civitas’ Chesapeake Bay Region Members, the conference will highlight public-private partnerships that inspire health transformation.

Technology, Workforce, Infrastructure Solutions Focus of U.S. Public Health Leaders Meeting

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Tuesday, May 16, 2023
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ARLINGTON, Va., May 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Public health leaders will discuss technology, workforce, and infrastructure solutions to transform the nation's public health system at the Public Health TechXpo and Futures Forum. The event, hosted by the Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO), takes place May 23 – 25, 2023 in Chicago. Hundreds of state and local public health and private sector leaders will convene to explore pathways to modernize the U.S. public health system and strategies to achieve health equity.

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  • With in-person attendance maxed out, annual Public Health TechXpo and Futures Forum provides an opportunity for local, state, and national experts to transform the U.S. public health system
    ARLINGTON, Va., May 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Public health leaders will discuss technology, workforce, and infrastructure solutions to transform the nation's public health system at the Public Health TechXpo and Futures Forum.
  • Hundreds of state and local public health and private sector leaders will convene to explore pathways to modernize the U.S. public health system and strategies to achieve health equity.
  • "TechXpo convenes public health experts from all industries so we can develop much-needed data modernization solutions that will save lives and make our communities healthier."
  • ASTHO members, the chief health officials of these jurisdictions, are dedicated to formulating and influencing sound public health policy and to ensuring excellence in public health practice.

National Institute on Retirement Security Delivers Report on Impacts of Retirement Plan Design on Teacher Retention to Alaska Department of Education

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Thursday, April 27, 2023
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WASHINGTON, April 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Institute on Retirement Security ( NIRS ) has delivered a new report to the Alaska Department of Education on the impacts of various retirement benefit offerings on the recruitment and retention of Alaska's public education employees.

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  • WASHINGTON, April 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Institute on Retirement Security ( NIRS ) has delivered a new report to the Alaska Department of Education on the impacts of various retirement benefit offerings on the recruitment and retention of Alaska's public education employees.
  • A new report details the impact of retirement benefits on the recruitment and retention of Alaska's teachers.
  • The new report, Alaska Teacher Recruitment and Retention Study: Options and Analysis Supporting Retirement Plan Design, is based on Alaska Retirement Management Board data.
  • Using available information about the retention of Alaska's educational workforce, the report offers insights on the policy decisions involved with returning to defined benefit pensions.

Alaska’s Health Information Exchange Awarded State Contract to Expand Crucial Healthcare Data Exchange

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Tuesday, April 11, 2023
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healtheConnect Alaska , the State of Alaska’s official health information exchange (HIE), announced today it has been awarded a new state contract with Alaska’s Department of Health to expand its HIE and data services across Alaska.

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  • healtheConnect Alaska , the State of Alaska’s official health information exchange (HIE), announced today it has been awarded a new state contract with Alaska’s Department of Health to expand its HIE and data services across Alaska.
  • Since 2009, healtheConnect has served healthcare providers and patient populations across Alaska by facilitating access to the secure data exchange of crucial healthcare information.
  • Additionally, the HIE has been endorsed by organizations such as the Alaska State Medical Association (ASMA) and the Alaska Hospital and Healthcare Association (AHHA).
  • “We are excited to continue our work across the state to bring a better, safer and more efficient healthcare system to Alaskans,” added Dr. Quinn.

ASTHO President Anne Zink, MD, Testifies to Congress to Advocate for Sustainable and Flexible Public Health Funding

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Thursday, March 23, 2023
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Zink discussed the importance of Congress providing sustainable and flexible funding for key programs and initiatives at CDC, HHS Office of the Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response, Health Resources and Services Administration, and other federal agencies to improve our nation's public health.

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  • Zink discussed the importance of Congress providing sustainable and flexible funding for key programs and initiatives at CDC, HHS Office of the Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response, Health Resources and Services Administration, and other federal agencies to improve our nation's public health.
  • "Governmental public health agencies are on the front line of protecting our nation and improving the health of the entire U.S. population.
  • ASTHO is the national nonprofit organization representing the public health agencies of the United States, the U.S. territories and freely associated states, and the District of Columbia, as well as the more than 100,000 public health professionals these agencies employ.
  • ASTHO members, the chief health officials of these jurisdictions, are dedicated to formulating and influencing sound public health policy and to ensuring excellence in public health practice.

Island Health Officials Advocate to Strengthen Healthcare Infrastructure During ASTHO's Spring Leadership Meeting

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Thursday, March 2, 2023
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Island health officials will also meet with Congress and the administration urging them to strengthen island health systems and infrastructure.

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  • Island health officials will also meet with Congress and the administration urging them to strengthen island health systems and infrastructure.
  • Territorial and freely associated state health officials will meet with members of Congress and federal agencies to discuss ongoing negotiations of the Compacts of Free Association (COFA).
  • ASTHO appreciates support from the Pacific Island Health Officers Association for island advocacy at the Spring Meeting.
  • ASTHO members, the chief health officials of these jurisdictions, are dedicated to formulating and influencing sound public health policy and to ensuring excellence in public health practice.

ASTHO Welcomes President Biden's Call to Beat the Opioid and Overdose Epidemic

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Wednesday, February 8, 2023
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ARLINGTON, Va., Feb. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO) President and Chief Medical Officer of the Alaska Department of Health Anne Zink, MD, issued the following statement commending President Biden's State of the Union pledge to beat the opioid and overdose epidemic by accelerating public health efforts to save lives:

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  • ARLINGTON, Va., Feb. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO) President and Chief Medical Officer of the Alaska Department of Health Anne Zink, MD, issued the following statement commending President Biden's State of the Union pledge to beat the opioid and overdose epidemic by accelerating public health efforts to save lives:
    "State and territorial public health leaders welcome President Biden's efforts to continue to address the opioid and overdose epidemic that has sadly taken far too many American lives.
  • We applaud the Administration's work to expand access to evidence-based prevention, harm reduction, and equitable access to treatment and recovery programs.
  • ASTHO also supports law enforcement efforts to disrupt synthetic drug production and trafficking to reduce the supply of illicit fentanyl that is driving the increase in drug overdose rates in the U.S.
    ASTHO and our members stand ready to work with the Administration and Congress in a bipartisan way to address the opioid and overdose epidemic head on.
  • ASTHO members, the chief health officials of these jurisdictions, are dedicated to formulating and influencing sound public health policy and to ensuring excellence in public health practice.