Chronic conditions persist in Alaska, but there are bright spots in latest health report

By: Yereth Rosen

Outlets: Alaska Beacon

Published: August 25, 2026

Words: 985

Last Updated: 1 month, 3 weeks ago

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Alaskans face chronic health problems that are not yet easing and, in some cases, getting worse, according to a new status report released by the Alaska Department of Health. At the same time, there are signs of improvement in health, health care and the socioeconomic conditions that support well-being, particularly among youth, according to the report.

The 2026 update is part of the long-term Healthy Alaskans program, a collaboration between the state Department …

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