Alaska DHSS

@Alaska_DHSS

The Alaska Department of Health and Social Services promotes and protects the health and well-being of Alaskans. Social media info:

Anchorage, AK
dhss.alaska.gov
Joined January 2009
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  1. 9 hours ago

    Joining and at tonight's press conference will be and to discuss the federal CARES Act.

    Tonight, at 5pm we resume our daily press briefings on to provide Alaskans an update on our numbers and efforts to prudently reopen our economy. Watch live at:
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  2. 10 hours ago

    Our Senior & Disabilities Services Division has a new Resource Toolkit with really useful information & resources for Alaskans with intellectual or developmental disabilities who may be experiencing unique challenges during this time. Online at:

    COVID-19 Resource Toolkit. Living Well on the Last Frontier: A Health & Safety Toolkit for Alaskans with Disabilities
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  3. 12 hours ago

    Here's a brief update from Dr. Anne Zink on cases over the weekend, including no cases on Saturday and information about a case in Sitka at a long-term care facility and a case of an inmate at the Goose Creek Correctional Center. Send questions to covidquestions@alaska.gov.

    April 26 Dr. Zink update
    Dr. Anne Zink provides an update on cases from the Apr 25-26 weekend
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  4. 14 hours ago

    If you're feeling even mildly ill with new symptoms of fatigue, cough, shortness of breath, fever or decreased sense of smell or taste, please call your family doctor or public health center to get tested for . More testing info at

    Testing for COVID-19 is more important than ever
    As Alaska's economy begins to reopen, testing for COVID-19 will become even more important. If you're feeling even mildly ill, call your health care provider to get tested.
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  5. Apr 26

    As we gradually reopen AK, wearing a cloth face covering when out in public is as important as ever to prevent the spread of . If you wear one, you protect others; if others wear them, you are protected. Learn more:

    Probability of Protection: Very high when neither a sick person or a well person wears a mask; High when a sick person doesn't wear a mask but a well person does; Medium when a sick person wears a mask and well person doesn't; Low when both people wear masks
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  6. Apr 26

    The new Child and Family Well-Being web page on the DHSS website has information about common changes to watch out for in children who are stressed, ways to support a child, and how to get help if you or your family need it. Visit

    A man putting a surgical mask on a little girl
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  7. Apr 25

    An update to the AK plan states businesses must provide hand washing capability or hand sanitizer. Sanitizer no longer required at the entrance of businesses. Attachment E also clarified to state it does not apply to essential businesses under Attachment A

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  8. Apr 25

    Is this whole social distancing thing driving you nuts? We get it. Find ways to do more of what makes you happy. Write poems. Practice your guitar. Do some artwork. Go for a run. Stay connected with your friends. Go to for more information.

    Find ways to do more of what makes you happy
    Is this whole COVID-19 social distancing thing driving you nuts? We get it. Find ways to do more of what makes you happy.
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  9. Apr 25

    Website outage DHSS websites will be unavailable between 9-11 a.m. today for routine maintenance. We appreciate your patience during this outage and apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

    Website outage
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  10. Apr 24

    A new amendment for social, religious & other gatherings was issued for Health Mandate 016 tonight. It provides guidance for gatherings of individuals & social organizations not otherwise covered in the other amendments, including funerals & weddings.

    State of Alaska COVID-19 Health Mandate
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  11. Retweeted
    Apr 24

    Tune in at 5pm for our daily press briefing. Alaskans health & safety comes first. But we are finding ways to responsibly reopen and put our people back to work! Watch live at:

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  12. Apr 24

    As draws to a close, we want to thank all the medical lab professionals working every day across our state to keep Alaskans safe. You are so appreciated and we're thankful to have every one of you as valuable members of our public health team.

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  13. Apr 24

    People with disabilities who have direct support providers should take steps to help protect themselves from . Visit this page to learn about those steps and other ideas on how plan and prepare during the outbreak:

    "We got this!" An older adult with a cane sits with another person
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  14. Apr 24

    Poison centers are reporting an increase in calls about exposure to cleaners & disinfectants. In addition to keeping sanitizers out of reach, when using cleaning & disinfecting products please follow label directions, use them in a well-ventilated space, and don't mix chemicals!

    Did you know? Alcohol-based hand sanitizers can cause alcohol poisoning if swallowed. Keep your family safe and store hand sanitizers out of reach of young children. Visit for more info.
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  15. Apr 24

    Big thanks to Eric Howk of for his message reminding Alaskans about the importance of social distancing. Even as AK starts to reopen, staying home when sick, keeping 6 feet away from others & wearing face coverings are still needed to prevent spread of .

    Eric Howk
    Eric Howk of Portugal. The Man reminds Alaskans about the importance of social distancing to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
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  16. Apr 23

    Five additional amendments were issued for Health Mandate 016 that provide guidance for: child care and day camps, fishing charters, gyms and fitness centers, lodging and overnight camping, intrastate travel & outdoor day activity. Read online at:

    State of Alaska COVID-19 Health Mandate
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  17. Apr 23

    Health Mandate 017 standardizes protective measures all independent commercial fishing vessels operating within Alaska waters and ports must follow to ensure a safe, productive fishing season while protecting communities from the spread of

    State of Alaska COVID-19 Health Mandate
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  18. Retweeted
    Apr 23

    Join me at 5pm tonight for a press briefing on in Alaska and further details on our plan to begin reopening our economy & put Alaskans back to work! Watch live at:

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  19. Apr 23

    If you ever suspect that a child is experiencing abuse or neglect, or is witnessing domestic violence, please report it to 800-478-4444 or reportchildabuse@alaska.gov.

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  20. Apr 23

    Alaska's children need all of us to keep them safe. The Office of Children's Services has a new website on Child Safety & Well-Being During that offers info & resources for everyone: families, children & youth, and community members. Visit:

    Office of Children's Services Child Safety & Well-Being During COVID-19
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