We want to thank our community here in Seattle and nationwide for all the support they have shown during this pandemic and in connection with the recent incident where we received supplies we were not expecting. While waiting for more COVID-19 tests and personal protective equipment (PPE), we received a box of body bags. … Continue reading Affirming our gratitude and clarifying our request for supplies
Native Organizations Lifted Up, Lifting Up Others During COVID-19
With the COVID-19 pandemic, Seattle Indian Health Board has had to make changes in our daily operations, but we have been able to continue to put our relatives first by providing services to our community and helping to ensure they remain healthy and educated about COVID-19. However, we are not alone in our efforts to … Continue reading Native Organizations Lifted Up, Lifting Up Others During COVID-19
Eighth Generation donates much-needed medical supplies to Seattle Indian Health Board during COVID-19 response
For Immediate Release—April 3, 2020 Seattle, Wash.—Eighth Generation, a small business based at Seattle’s Pike Place Market, donated 4,000 N95 respirator masks, 6,000 surgical masks, and 300 face shields to Seattle Indian Health Board amid a world-wide shortage. The Native-owned company was able to expedite the process to acquire supplies by leveraging its relationships with … Continue reading Eighth Generation donates much-needed medical supplies to Seattle Indian Health Board during COVID-19 response
Coronavirus spells financial trouble for health clinics serving low-income communities
“If we think about the dollars that we’re allocated in response to this crisis, right off the bat the focus has been on hospitals,” said the Seattle Indian Health Board’s Lucero. “But we can really mitigate the impact on hospitals.” In general, in the American medical system, “our people do not receive quality care,” said … Continue reading Coronavirus spells financial trouble for health clinics serving low-income communities
See if you are eligible to receive cash from the government
Congress passed a $2.2 trillion stimulus package today, which includes direct payments to eligible citizens. Single Americans who make less than $75,000 a year are eligible for a one-time direct payment of $1,200. Americans who are married and make less than $150,000 a year are eligible for a one-time direct payment of $2,400. If you have children under the … Continue reading See if you are eligible to receive cash from the government
SIHB launches over-the-phone healthcare services
Priority is to keep patients safe following stay-at-home order You can schedule an appointment with Seattle Indian Health Board by calling 206-324–9360. Seattle Indian Health Board (SIHB) began over-the-phone healthcare (telehealth services) for its patients today amid increasing community closures and Governor Inslee’s recent “stay-at-home” order. Patients have access to all the same health professionals … Continue reading SIHB launches over-the-phone healthcare services
Boosting the Ranks of American Indian and Alaska Native Physicians
Many American Indian and Alaska Native students struggle academically in medical school, which may put them at a disadvantage when applying to residency programs, noted Socia Love-Thurman, MD, who directs the Seattle Indian Health Board’s residency program, a satellite of the Swedish Family Medicine Residency at Cherry Hill. “We see it as a strength if people … Continue reading Boosting the Ranks of American Indian and Alaska Native Physicians
Statement from Seattle Indian Health Board around COVID-19 testing capacity
Seattle, Wash.— Seattle Indian Health Board (SIHB) received 200 COVID-19 test kits from King County Public Health today, which will allow the organization to test patients who cannot or are unwilling to get tested elsewhere. The following statement from Esther Lucero, CEO of Seattle Indian Health Board, can be quoted in part of in full. “Seattle Indian Health Board (SIHB) is doing … Continue reading Statement from Seattle Indian Health Board around COVID-19 testing capacity
SIHB’s Limited COVID-19 Testing Capacity—and What to Do If You’re Experiencing Symptoms
There have been questions from the community asking if Seattle Indian Health Board is a COVID-19 testing site. We are not a high volume community testing site, but as a primary care clinic, like others in the areas, we have a very limited number of tests for our patients who are exhibiting COVID-19 symptoms and … Continue reading SIHB’s Limited COVID-19 Testing Capacity—and What to Do If You’re Experiencing Symptoms
Cancelled/Postponed SIHB Classes and Events Due to COVID-19
Seattle Indian Health Board (SIHB) is taking the necessary steps to prevent the Coronavirus (COVID-19) from spreading. Due to recent recommendations by government officials, SIHB has decided to cancel or postpone some of our upcoming events and classes. As a health clinic, we are committed to minimizing the spread of the virus. We are also committed … Continue reading Cancelled/Postponed SIHB Classes and Events Due to COVID-19