Author: James Moore
James Moore
James Moore is a co-owner of a small business in Bethel and writes on health and education. He is passionate about promoting wellness and lifelong learning in his community. James also frequently hosts local workshops to share his knowledge and support others in their personal growth.
Valerie Nurr’araaluk Davidson was president and CEO at one of the nation’s largest tribal health organizations and was esteemed for her groundbreaking contributions to Native healthcare. However, Davidson has stepped down from her role as president and CEO of the Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC). ANTHC, through a statement on its website, announced Valerie Davidson’s departure from the organization without providing specific reasons except to mention that she was “transitioning” out of her role overseeing over 3,000 employees. As Alaska’s second-largest healthcare employer, ANTHC plays a significant role in the state’s healthcare landscape. Those acquainted with Davidson’s impressive history…
In the past five years, the number of abortion cases in Alaska has remained steady, averaging around 1,235 annually, while chemically induced abortions have become the primary method for terminating pregnancies. During this period, Alaska’s fertility rate has reached an unprecedented low. According to Alaska’s 2023 abortion report, 1,194 women underwent 1,222 abortions last year, with the majority (73%) being unmarried. Teenagers aged 15-19 accounted for 123 abortions, and four procedures were performed on girls under the age of 15. As in previous years, the State of Alaska utilized public funds to cover over 40% of abortions, with 514 procedures…