IHS Blog
IHS Releases Updated Webpage Dedicated to Two-Spirit and LGBTQI+ Issues
July 11, 2024
by Rick Haverkate, IHS National HIV & Hepatitis C Program Consultant, and Point of Contact for Two-Spirit & LGBTQ+ Matters
As we reflect back on Pride Month that was observed in June, I share with you that serving as the lead of Two-Spirit LGBTQI+ programs for the Indian Health Service is a deeply fulfilling role. This position allows me to be at the forefront of creating and implementing initiatives that address the unique ... Continue reading
An Inside Look at Tribal EMS: Serving Southwest Arizona
June 20, 2024
by John Wright, NRP, FP-C, Training Coordinator, Tohono O'odham Nation Healthcare Emergency Medical Services
During National Safety Month, we are celebrating 50 years of Emergency Medical Services and would like to introduce you to the dedicated team behind the Tohono O’odham Nation Healthcare EMS, formerly known as Sells EMS. This remarkable emergency medical services team operates in southwest Arizona, ... Continue reading
Calling Attention to End Elder Abuse in American Indian and Alaska Native Communities
June 14, 2024
by Nicole Stahlmann, MN, RN, SANE-A, AFN-BC, SANE-P, FNE-A/P, Forensic Nurse Consultant, Division of Nursing Services
Stahlmann, MN, RN, SANE-A, AFN-BC, SANE-P, FNE-A/P, serves as the forensic nurse consultant with the IHS Division of Nursing Services. Prior to her work with IHS, she served as a forensic nursing specialist with the International Association of Forensic Nurses and was the clinical program manager for the District of Columbia Forensic Nurse Examiners. Stahlmann was an emergency department nurse and adjunct instructor, teaching both undergraduate and master prepared students at Georgetown University. She continues to practice clinically, providing care for patients who have experienced violence. ... Continue reading
Medication Safety Pilot Project Highlights Innovative Efforts during National Safety Month
June 12, 2024
by Cmdr. David Bales, Environmental Health Officer, Oklahoma City Area Office
Each June, we recognize National Safety Month. While safety is important year-round, this month we highlight efforts to prevent injury and death, starting with an innovative pilot project in the IHS Oklahoma City Area related to medication safety.
More than 140 Americans die each day in the United ... Continue reading
EHR Implementation Planning: May Tribal Consultation and Urban Confer Recap and the Getting Ready to Get Ready Guide
June 7, 2024
by Jeanette Kompkoff, Director of Division of Health Information Technology Modernization and Operations, Office of Information Technology, Indian Health Service
The Division of Health Information Technology Modernization and Operations (DHITMO) leadership continued to prioritize collaboration and partner engagement during a tribal consultation and urban confer held on May 9. The TC/UC focused on deployment and cohort planning for the new enterprise electronic ... Continue reading
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