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Simulated birth training gives doula trainees real-world practice at UAA

 |  UAA College of Health  |  , , ,

The University of Alaska Anchorage’s Interprofessional Health Sciences Simulation Center collaborates with the Division of Population Health Sciences and Due North Support Services’ Full Embrace Doula Program to host a full-day simulation training for doula trainees.

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30 future physicians start classes in Alaska’s biggest med school cohort ever

 |  Rachel Cassandra  | 

30 Alaskans started medical classes in Anchorage this week, in the biggest cohort to date for the state’s only med school program, Alaska WWAMI.

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Skagway Sexual Assault Survivors Face Travel for Forensic Exams

 |  Melinda Munson  |  ,

A recent article from KHNS highlights the critical gap in forensic healthcare access for sexual assault survivors in Skagway, Alaska. With no local options for forensic exams, survivors must travel significant distances to receive care. The article also points to available advocacy services and funding options that support these survivors.

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UAA College of Health announces Kathy Craft as interim dean

 |  Green & Gold News  | 

The College of Health is pleased to announce the appointment of Kathy Craft as interim dean, effective July 1, 2025.

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Student Spotlight: Lisa Reed - From flowers to medical coding

 |  Jessica Degnan  | 

School of Allied Health student Lisa Reed is a lifelong Alaskan and former floral manager, now pursuing a career in medical coding.