A Solemn Milestone for Indian Country: More than 10,000 COVID-19 Deaths
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the number of COVID-19 related deaths for the American Indian/Alaska Natives (AI/ANs) reached 10,259 as of February 5, 2022. This somber statistic is a reminder of how devastating COVID-19 has been for Tribal nations. We mourn the loss of our family members, friends, neighbors, and […]
Special Message for Indian Country: Recommendations for Tribal Communities to Continue to Stay Safe from COVID-19
There has been a flurry of COVID-19 updates in recent weeks, but this one is essential. The highly contagious Delta variant continues to surge, and we must keep the Nation’s Tribes and communities safe, healthy, and protected. Please consider the following Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and National Indian Health Board (NIHB) recommendations and resources to protect yourself and others from COVID-19. The Delta variant’s impact continues to unfold, and with it, Tribal policies change, and […]
NIHB Attends Mississippi Choctaw Indian Fair to Promote Act of Love Campaign
The National Indian Health Board (NIHB) was honored to be guests at the Mississippi Band of Choctaw (MBCI) Indian Fair over the weekend (July 16-17). The Choctaw Health Center hosted a “Health Plex” that included a vaccine drive, behavioral health services, mental wellness, grief counseling, healing education and practices, and diabetes prevention. Choctaw Health also […]
Wearing a Mask is an Act of Love – Carmen Sanders
Carmen Sanders, Makah Tribe, Public Health Project Coordinator, NIHB