Wellness Wednesday

YK Fitness Center's Shane Iverson speaks with Jesuit Volunteer Leo Edmonds-Doberenz about the current season at the Fitness Center, discussing classes and how to start going to the gym. They also discuss motivational mindsets for exercising.

This week, Nicholai Joekay is joined by Ellen Hodges, Lillian Okpaleke and Elizabeth Tressler to discuss the experience of chronic illness, the difference between short term and long term chronic illness and resources YKHC offers for symptom management.

KYUK's Wellness Programing Producer Valerie Rosqueta speaks with Bethel Family Clinic's Valerie White about vaccinations and healthcare provider visits that are common during the fall season.

Claire Snyder speaks with KYUK's Gabby Hiestand Salgado about Suicide Prevention Month. Since 2008, National Suicide Prevention Month is observed every September to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and share mental health resources.

YK Fitness Center's Shane Iverson speaks with Jesuit Volunteer Leo Edmonds-Doberenz about how social media can affect people's perceptions of fitness standards, suggesting ways to personalize fitness goals.

Valerie Rosqueta talks with Kim Turner about colorectal cancer and the importance of colorectal cancer screenings.

KYUK's Wellness Programing Producer Valerie Rosqueta introduces herself and outlines her goals for the Wellness Wednesday show.

Taylor Finley, Laura Ellsworth, and Golga Oscar (Quki) look at the health benefits of making art. They also discuss the upcoming YK Arts and Innovation Festival occurring in September.

This week Nicholai Joekay is joined by Ellen Hodges and Ginger Wright to discuss the health benefits of breastfeeding, what to expect when breastfeeding a child, and resources YKHC offers for families.

Taylor Finley talks with KYUK's Gabby Salgado about TAAV's recent trip to Dillingham and their work with the Violence Prevention Coalition.

This week Nicholai Joekay is joined by Teresa Markham and Joe Okitkun to discuss the community health aide program. They also look at what YKHC is doing to address the need for swift response in emergent situations.

KYUK's Gabby Salgado talks with Taylor Finley from TWC about TWC's youth programming and the Teens Acting Against Violence group.

Listen to Wellness Wednesday from May 20, 2026

Dr. Sam Asgarian joins Gabby Salgado on Wellness Wednesday this week to discuss the different options for colon cancer screenings and why it's important to get screened.

Taylor Finley talks with Scotty Monteith from the Tundra Women's Coalition about National Child Abuse Prevention Month and Sexual Assault Awareness month.

This week Nicholai Joekay is joined by YKHC's Chief of Staff, Dr. Ellen Hodges, and Brian Lefferts, Director of Public Health at YKHC, to discuss how to stay safe during flooding.

Taylor Finley talks with KYUK's Gabby Salgado about Women's History Month and the impact historic legislation has on women's rights today.

Community Parks and Recreation Director, Shane Iverson, talks with Jesuit Volunteer, Paul Jeannetti, about how to maintain your health goals and mental tricks to stay on track.

Taylor Finley talks with KYUK's Gabby Salgado about male victims of interpersonal violence. They break down the statistics, look at the stigma behind the lack of reporting, and talk about how to create open and safe communication.

On this episode of Mind over M.A.Y.O, Bethel Regional High School students talk about the different ways they manage their stress.

This week Nicholai Joekay is joined by YKHC's Chief of Staff, Dr. Ellen Hodges, Exercise Physiologist, Simon Cone, and Manager of Therapy Services, Eliza Ellsworth to talk about heart health.

Taylor Finley talks with KYUK's Gabby Salgado about Teen Dating Violence Awareness month. They discuss the prevalence of teen dating violence in the region, how best to talk about it, and the resources offered around the state and country to teens and adults.

On this episode of Mind over M.A.Y.O, Bethel Regional High School students Royce Akerelrea, Paxton Alexie, Adrian Amos, and Jackson Iverson talk about the importance of working out and how it can improve your physical and mental health.

Recover Alaska CEO, Tiffany Hall, and SouthWest Alaska Arts Group Arts Coordinator, MaryCait Dolan, speak with KYUK's Gabby Salgado about Dry January.