Dr. Anne Zink Archives

Alaska’s top doctor visits Sitka to discuss pandemic preparedness in the polar north

by KCAW News | Apr 27, 2023 | The Morning Interview

Dr. Anne Zink, Alaska's Chief Medical Officer, is visiting Sitka this week. She'll be giving a talk on Thursday (4-27-23), “Beyond Covid Pandemic Preparedness in the Circumpolar North," which she'll deliver at 4 p.m. in the Sheet’ka Ḵwaán Naa Kahidi Community House. She joined KCAW's Brooke Schafer to discuss her work. Listen here: Read More

Home test kits more reliable after the onset of COVID symptoms

by Robert Woolsey, KCAW | May 18, 2022 | Coronavirus Coverage, Local News, Syndicated

COVID cases are beginning a slow climb in Alaska again. During a statewide teleconference last week (5-11-22), health experts answered questions about the ongoing effort to vaccinate residents, and the role of home testing, now that rapid antigen tests are widely available over-the-counter. Read More

Alaska records first infant deaths from COVID-19

by Robert Woolsey, KCAW | Feb 9, 2022 | Coronavirus Coverage, Local News, Syndicated

Alaska reported its first two infant fatalities from COVID-19 in February -- although the children died last year. And while the high number of pediatric omicron infections is a concern, health officials believe that cases could soon plateau. Read More

Alaska leads nation in per capita covid infections. But there’s hope that the tide could be turning

by Robert Woolsey, KCAW | Feb 1, 2022 | Coronavirus Coverage, Local News, Syndicated

Statistically speaking, Alaska is leading a race most residents would rather not win. As of January 27, Alaska had more new COVID-19 infections per capita than any other state. Health officials are concerned about the wave – there are a lot of sick people in Alaska – but there is room for hope, too. Read More

Free test kits a boon for US households, but beware the ‘false negative’

by Robert Woolsey, KCAW | Jan 21, 2022 | Coronavirus Coverage, Local News, Syndicated

If a home test kit says you're positive for COVID, it's likely correct. But if it says negative -- and you're not feeling well -- it might be worth checking in with your doctor. Many variables can produce "false negatives." Read More