Health

Karen Hunt served as a Superior Court Judge from 1984 until 2000. And while she retired from the bench, Judge Hunt has definitely not retired. She continues to work in a variety of ways that benefit both community and people. In this program, Judge Hunt discusses “minimum documents” people should have in place that will…

Pamela Kelley, Education Director for Alzheimer’s Resource of Alaska talks about the number of Alaskans affected by Alzheimer’s and what steps should be done immediately – by the individual and the family – when the diagnosis is first learned. Ms. Kelley also shares information on a variety of workshops offered by the organization. Ann Secrest…

Julie Wrigley, estate planning and business attorney with the Durrell Law Group, P.C. of Anchorage, discusses the personal journey she underwent when she discovered she had cancer – and how that changed her life. She now speaks publicly on the importance of having three documents completed: (1) Advance Health Care Directive; (2) A Durable Power…

Mike Motti, EMT, Instructor for Wilderness Medical Associates talks about the importance of preparation and prevention for those who want to explore Alaska.  During the program Mr. Motti demonstrates what he considers to be critical gear for anyone who is planning a wilderness trip. He also demonstrates gear needed for snow adventures, including an avalanche…

Teresa Holt, Long Term Care Ombudsman for the State of Alaska discusses how the Long Term Care Ombudsman serves Alaska’s senior population, the rights of residents living in long term care facilities, and the ABC’s of choosing an Assisted Living Home in Alaska. Ann Secrest of AARP Alaska conducts the interview.

Nila Morgan, a certified Medicare counselor and fraud education coordinator with the Medicare Information Office/Anchorage Senior Activity Center talks about Medicare, the different parts of Medicare, when to enroll, costs associated with Medicare, how beneficiaries can protect their information and resources available. Ann Secrest of AARP Alaska conducts the interview.

Dr. Jay Butler, Chief Medical Officer with the State of Alaska Division of Health and Social Services and Director of the Division of Public Health discusses the essential services of public health and what appears to be an alarmingly increase in the use of opioids in Alaska. Ann Secrest of AARP Alaska conducts the interview.

A forum exploring the costs of healthcare in Alaska and how they affect Alaska’s fiscal future. Panelists will discuss reasons for the high healthcare costs in Alaska and possible solutions to reduce them. Panelists include: Presentations: Are Health Care Costs in Alaska spiraling out of control? Mouhcine Guettabi, ISER, Assistant Professor of Economics Health Care…

From the bowhead whales harvested in Barrow to the fire resistant cushions in our living rooms, industrial chemicals linked to cancer and developmental problems have found their way to Alaska. Panelists include: Pam Miller, a biologist and the executive director of Alaska Community Action on Toxics, Tony Stefani, a retired San Francisco Fire Department captain…