College of Health News

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New firefighters/EMTs to service Lewis County

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College of Health graduate Alex Chamberlin discusses his journey after completing his paramedic degree with the University of Alaska Anchorage.

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Slideshow: Human Performance Lab

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The Human Performance Lab has a new location with updated equipment. Witness demonstrations of the equipment and testing procedures at an upcoming open house event.

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UAA dental clinic assists 52 young Alaskans with oral care

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The UAA dental hygiene program provided free preventative dental care for youth ages 3-17 on Oct. 27 during its annual UAA Cares for Kids Day (formerly UAA Children's Day).

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Alumni Spotlight: Jenny Kwon - Providing positive patient care as a medical assistant

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Medical assisting alumna shares her experience of working as a certified medical assistant and why she chose a healthcare career.

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Alumni Spotlight: Kendyl Laughlin - Ready to make an impact in the therapeutic recreation world

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Department of Health, Physical Education, and Recreation alumna shares her experience of being the first graduate of the Therapeutic Recreation concentration and recently passing her national CTRS exam.