April marks Child Abuse Prevention Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about this critical issue that affects too many, especially within Native American communities. Native American children are disproportionately affected by abuse, a situation deeply rooted in historical, social,…
Read MoreFebruary is American Heart Month. American Heart Month is a time to pay special attention to spreading awareness about heart health and informing others about ways to prevent heart disease. Heart disease is the leading cause of death of American…
Read MoreNational Birth Defects Prevention Month This month is dedicated to spreading awareness about birth defects, educating others on ways to prevent them, and providing support and resources for families affected. Birth defects are conditions that affect the structure or function…
Read MoreTobacco is considered a worldwide public health epidemic Tobacco use is one of the world’s leading preventable causes of death and is a major preventable risk factor of diseases like cancer, lung and heart diseases. Tobacco kills around 8 million…
Read MorePress Release — People in 23 Western North Carolina counties impacted by Hurricane Helene who are enrolled in Food and Nutrition Services now have access to replacement benefits on their Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards. The United States Department of…
Read MoreNCDHHS has released a newsletter highlighting resources available to those affected by Hurricane Helene.
Read MoreSeptember marks Childhood Obesity Awareness Month, an important time to focus on promoting a healthy weight among our children. As members of the Eastern Band of the Cherokee Indians, it’s essential to ensure that every child in our community has…
Read MoreIndigenous Milk Medicine Week (IMMW) is recognized during the second week of August as part of the National month-long breastfeeding awareness campaign. IMMW is intended to honor the unique traditions, wisdom, and strength of Indigenous breastfeeding families. IMMW, formerly known…
Read MoreAugust marks Immunization Awareness Month, a national health observance practiced by EBCI Tribal Option to advocate for protecting patients of all ages against immunization-preventable diseases through regular immunization. This observance is integrated into Tribal Option’s “Eat Well, Play Well, Stay…
Read MoreAs the school year winds down and summer approaches, it’s the perfect time to embrace the outdoors and get active. At EBCI Tribal Option, we encourage our community to make the most of the beautiful summer weather by engaging in…
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