SIHB Staff

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

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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

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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 age of … Continue reading See if you are eligible to receive cash from the government

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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

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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 have … Continue reading Boosting the Ranks of American Indian and Alaska Native Physicians

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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

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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

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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

Brad Angerman

SIHB is taking steps to prevent the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Telehealth Services Many of our services are now available over the phone. Call us at (206) 324-9360 to get started and speak with our licensed medical, dental, behavioral health, and substance use disorder professionals. We encourage anyone experiencing symptoms to call prior to physically visiting a clinic. If you are experiencing symptoms (cough, fever, or other … Continue reading SIHB is taking steps to prevent the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Brad Angerman

While individual overall risk remains low, SIHB will increase surveillance for Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV)

Seattle Indian Health Board is asking additional questions to relatives (patients) to help identify those who may be at risk of exposure to 2019 Novel Coronavirus.  There may be delays during check-in, so please arrive early if you have an appointment. If you are concerned you may have symptoms of the 2019 Novel Coronavirus, or … Continue reading While individual overall risk remains low, SIHB will increase surveillance for Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV)