WHEREAS, today marks 21 years since the American people faced the worst terrorist attack on United States soil on September 11, 2001; and WHEREAS, while the attacks were meant to divide our Great Nation, Americans responded by banding together in a remarkable display of the best of the American spirit: unity, bravery, and compassion for […]

WHEREAS, protecting the health and wellness of Alaskans is key to ensuring a stronger future for our families and communities; and WHEREAS, suicide is the most tragic consequence of mental and emotional illness and distress, and is one of the top ten causes of death in our State – occurring in Alaska at a rate […]

WHEREAS, our most precious resource is our children and their well-being is vital to a bright future for Alaska; and WHEREAS, receiving a cancer diagnosis is distressing at any age, but it is even more heartbreaking when the patient is a child, cancer is the leading cause of death from disease in children; and WHEREAS, […]

WHEREAS, it is paramount for all Alaskans to understand the need for and the effectiveness of affordable, accessible, and high-quality substance abuse treatment; and WHEREAS, substance abuse and co-occurring mental disorders and co-existing physical illnesses are major public health problems that adversely impact thousands of Alaskans of all ages, races, and ethnic backgrounds, in all […]

WHEREAS, the State of Alaska is committed to protecting its residents and those visiting our great State by ensuring that our medical centers have a safe and adequate supply of blood; and WHEREAS, a local in-state accessible blood supply is crucial for treating those recovering from accidents, traumas, surgeries, and even some diseases; and WHEREAS, […]