August 31st is International Overdose Awareness Day, a day to raise awareness regarding the rising number of overdoses among our people and acknowledge the impact of stigma surrounding drug-related deaths. The SRMT Health Services Alcoholism/Chemical Dependency Program, Akwesasne Mohawk Police, and the MCA Wholistic Health & Wellness Program will be hosting a 2-day event to remember those we have lost […]
Read moreOn Monday, July 31, 2023, the Ottawa REDBLACKS and the University of Ottawa Gee-Gee’s hosted a football camp for local Akwesasne and area youth. Ben Maracle, a resident of Tyendinaga, and quarterback for the University of Ottawa Gee-Gee’s hosted the event at the A’nowara’ko:wa Arena in the hopes of building the sport of football in indigenous communities. The football […]
Read moreBlastomycosis is an infection caused by breathing in spores of the soil fungus Blastomyces, and usually begins as a lung infection. It is not spread from person-to-person or from dogs to people. Signs of illness usually take up to three months to develop. Blastomycosis is treatable! If left untreated, the infection can become more severe and could require hospitalization […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Department of Health (DOH) welcomed new members to their Health Advisory Board. DOH conducted a swearing-in ceremony with the new board members on Wednesday, July 26th. The board consists of community members from each district who will provide community input and ensure good governance of DOH and its priorities. DOH Advisory Board members were […]
Read moreThe Sahatiha’hará:ne Detox Center (SDC) is excited to host an open house! Join us on Friday, August 4 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for a chance to meet the SDC staff, tour the facility, and get answers to your questions about substance use and recovery options. The Sahatiha’hará:ne Detox Facility is located at 44 James Lane on Kawehno:ke. […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Department of Health (DOH) would like to welcome Dr. Kristina Baier to the community of Akwesasne. Dr. Baier will be on a six-week term placement in the Kawehno:ke Medical Clinic (KMC), located in the District of Kawehno:ke. Dr. Baier will also assist with the Home Care/Home Support Program. Dr. Baier is trained in Family […]
Read moreFamilies of Iakhihsohtha residents are invited for some Hawaiian-themed fun! Join us on Wednesday, August 16 at 2 p.m. for food, an Elvis impersonator performance, and more.
Read moreJoin us in celebrating 29 years of the Tsiionkwanonhso:te Long-Term Care Facility! From August 14-17, there will be a week-long Mohawk auction, live entertainment, and a carnival with games, dunk tank, and more. All proceeds to benefit the Tsiionkwanonhso:te residents and their annual holiday event! Auction item donations are currently being accepted. To donate, please contact Teresa David at […]
Read moreOn July 20, 2023, the Community Health Program (CHP) and the Department of Health (DOH) held a tree-planting ceremony in honor of the late Diane King at the Kanonhkwa’tsheri:io Health Facility (KHF). A Colorado Blue Spruce was planted in her memory and a plaque will be installed to commemorate Diane. Many of Diane’s family, friends, and colleagues gathered to […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Department of Health would like to extend a warm welcome to Kevin Buckshot. Kevin joins the Department of Health as the new Jordan’s Principle Program Manager. Kevin was raised in Syracuse, NY, but always knew Akwesasne was home. He moved permanently back to Akwesasne over 30 years ago. Kevin has a Bachelor’s Degree in Business […]
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