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.
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admin 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…
Alaska Senate advances bill to expand early interventions for children with developmental delays
The Alaska Senate approved a bill on Wednesday that would expand eligibility and services provided by early intervention programs for…
Alaska legislators approve update for law that allows data sharing between hospitals
The original law establishing digital health records in Alaska was enacted in 2009, and state legislators are updating it.
Alaska Legislature formalizes rules for physician assistants working within the state
Physician assistants operate in medical facilities across Alaska, and a new bill would give them more independence from doctors.