Federal health agency cancels most of its teen pregnancy prevention grants
A spokesperson for U.S. Health and Human Services confirmed to Stateline on Friday that the agency is canceling 53 out…
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admin Alaska drops to 47th in the nation in overall child well-being, new report says
Alaska dropped seven places to rank 47th in the nation in overall child well-being, according to a nationally recognized survey…
The feds have embraced medical marijuana. Now what?
The U.S. Department of Justice’s recent rescheduling of medical cannabis will help those marijuana businesses. Companies will be able to…
States face tight timeline as feds unveil new Medicaid work requirement rules
The federal government released new guidance this week on how states should roll out the Medicaid work requirements that will…
In Kachemak Bay, Kotzebue and beyond, Alaskans are on the lookout for harmful algae blooms
Threats from multiple types of toxin-producing algae and algae-like organisms are rising as does the water temperature.
Alaska Legislature votes to improve preparedness and response for stroke, heart attack emergencies
The Alaska Legislature approved a package of legislation aimed at improving the state’s coordination and emergency medical services response for…
Alaska Legislature approves state’s first tax on e-cigarette products
The bill was the third introduced by retiring Senate President Gary Stevens, who says it will help discourage youth vaping.
Alaska Legislature votes to ban certain synthetic food dyes in school meals
The Alaska Legislature has approved the ban of seven synthetic food dyes from school meals to help protect student health.
Alaska Legislature approves plan for mental health education in schools
The Alaska Legislature passed a bill requiring the state to develop guidelines for mental health instruction in Alaska school districts.
Shifting attitudes on menopause drive lawmakers to push for new protections
The topic of menopause used to be taboo, but a generational shift has led to more legislation in statehouses around…