IHS Blog

IHS Highlights Forensic Nurses Week

November 7, 2024
by Nicole Stahlmann, Forensic Nurse Consultant, Division of Nursing Services IHS/HQ

Every November the Indian Health Service highlights and recognizes the hard work and contributions of its forensic healthcare staff, ensuring American Indian and Alaska Native patients receive the trauma-informed, culturally appropriate care they deserve following violent crimes. This year, November ... Continue reading

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The Lawton Service Unit Welcomes the DHITMO Team for Initial Pilot Site Visit

November 6, 2024
by Jeanette Kompkoff, Director of Division of Health Information Technology Modernization and Operations, Office of Information Technology, Indian Health Service

On October 7-10, the Indian Health Service Division of Health Information Technology Modernization and Operations team visited the Lawton Service Unit including  the Lawton Indian Hospital, Anadarko Indian Health Center, and Carnegie Indian Health Center. This pilot site visit ... Continue reading

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Honoring the Heart of Our Communities: Celebrating Native Family Caregivers this November

November 4, 2024
by Jolie Crowder, PhD, MSN, RN, CCM, National Elder Care Consultant, Division of Clinical and Community Services, Indian Health Service

In American Indian and Alaska Native communities, family caregivers are the unsung heroes, working tirelessly behind the scenes to care for their loved ones. These caregivers, often unpaid, are responsible for providing everything from daily personal care to managing complex medical tasks. Many of ... Continue reading

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Celebrating National Pharmacy Month: Innovative IHS Programs Making a Community Impact

October 30, 2024
by Lt. Cmdr. Rachel Washburn, PharmD, Clinical Pharmacist, Cass Lake Indian Health Service, Bemidji Area

In honor of National Pharmacy Month, we are highlighting some innovative programs led by Indian Health Service pharmacists who are making an impact in their communities. From leadership development to wellness visits and harm reduction, these programs showcase the critical role of pharmacists in advancing ... Continue reading

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Tribal Programs Leading the Way to Prevent Domestic Violence

October 22, 2024
by Audrey Solimon, Branch Chief, Behavioral Health Initiatives Branch, Division of Behavioral Health

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The IHS Domestic Violence Prevention Program grant recipients have been organizing and conducting prevention activities in their tribal communities to raise awareness about the serious public health issue of domestic and intimate partner violence. To address ... Continue reading