Recently, the United Indian Health Services (UIHS) Board of Directors & Executive Leadership traveled to Washington, D.C. with the California Rural Indian Health Board (CRIHB) in their annual March on Washington advocacy trip. Our purpose was clear: to ensure that the voices of our rural Tribal communities are heard where federal healthcare decisions are made. For many people, healthcare policy … Read More
UIHS Becoming Smoke-Free from Commercial Tobacco
Beginning July 2026, all UIHS campuses, including outdoor areas, will be smoke-free from commercial tobacco products. This policy demonstrates our commitment to the health of clients, staff, and the community, as well as respect for our land. Implementing smoke-free outdoor policies reduces exposure to secondhand and thirdhand smoke from commercial tobacco. These policies also help ensure outdoor spaces remain safe … Read More
Commercial Tobacco Free at UIHS: Starting July 31, 2026
Dear UIHS Community, As many of you know, and for those who may not, UIHS will become a smoke-free organization beginning July 31, 2026. This means that commercial tobacco products, such as cigarettes and vaping products, will no longer be used on UIHS sites by staff, clients, or visitors. We recognize and honor the cultural and ceremonial use of traditional … Read More
Teen Advisory Group Thanks 2025 Local Sponsors
On behalf of the United Indian Health Services’ Teen Advisory Group (TAG), we want to share our heartfelt gratitude for your support. Thanks to your generosity, our TAG youth were able to host a very successful 2025 Winter Crafts Fair Fundraiser earlier this month. The funds raised made a meaningful impact. Youth from the Del Norte and Humboldt communities received … Read More
UIHS Expands to Meet Demand
To meet increasing demand and a with a commitment to better serve its clients, United Indian Health Services continues to expand at existing locations while adding more locations with more services. Potawot Health Village The Potawot Health Village remodel is well underway and is getting closer to completion, though there is plenty of work to be done. UIHS is targeting … Read More
2025 Bi-Annual Elders’ Honoring
The UIHS Health Promotion & Education (HPE) Department, in partnership with the Community Outreach Resources & Education (C.O.R.E.) Coalition, hosted the bi-annual gathering to honor local tribal elders on October 25, 2025, at the Bear River Tish-non Community Center. Throughout the year, the HPE team and C.O.R.E. members work together to raise funds for this important event. Many C.O.R.E. members … Read More
United Indian Health Services Honors Native Veterans at Annual Celebration
United Indian Health Services proudly hosted its Veterans Day Celebration on Saturday, November 8th, bringing together community members, families, staff, and most importantly, UIHS Native Veterans who have served in the United States Armed Forces. The gathering created a space for reflection and gratitude and an opportunity to honor the strength, sacrifice, and resilience of our Veterans. The event opened … Read More
One Step At A Time: The mural at Gou-wen-out-wuk By David Mata
If you’ve visited Gou-wen-out-wuk since the summer, the UIHS rehabilitation facility in Eureka, you’ve probably noticed a striking mural in the training room. A 30-foot wide mural, impressively and thoughtfully depicting a traditionally made basket, so well crafted it seems like you could reach out and feel the texture. The mural was created along a wall in a room where … Read More
MyChart Tips and Tricks for a Healthier Fall
As the seasons change, staying connected to your care team has never been easier with MyChart, the secure online portal available to all UIHS clients. MyChart puts your health information at your fingertips and helps you manage your care with just a few clicks. Here are some tips and tricks to help you make the most of it this fall: … Read More
Your Privacy and Electronic Health Records
We are revising our UIHS Notice of Privacy Practices for the Launch of new Electronic Health Record System United Indian Health Services, Inc. (UIHS) is excited to announce the upcoming launch of our new Electronic Health Record (EHR) system called OCHIN/Epic. As part of implementation, we have made important revisions to our Notice of Privacy Practices (NPP), which outlines how … Read More
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