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January Policy Updates: Legislative Wins, IHS Reorganization, and Upcoming Opportunities!

National Council on Urban Indian Health

For example , Debbie Danforth, Tribal Representative for the Bemidji Area stated that Urban Indian health centers need critical funding increases to serve large American Indian populations in urban settings currently, there is a need for FMAP support and expansion of funds for [urbans]. How does it impact UIOs?

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February Policy Updates: Federal Funding Threats, IHS Budget Advocacy & Key Tribal Actions

National Council on Urban Indian Health

IHS is building an interactive web map that provides IHS patients with a search tool to locate cancer services near home, and health care providers can use the map to plan appointments and referrals. Upcoming Events and Important Dates March 4- NIHB 2025 Tribal Health Equity Data Symposium. Register for the livestream here.