TB Fighers Honored in Sitka

In the first half of the 20th century, Tuberculosis was a major epidemic in Alaska, and its effects were particularly harsh on rural Native communities. A presentation last week at the Alaska Native Brotherhood Hall addressed that history, and also honored some of the era’s front-line fighters against TB.

Ed Ronco, KCAW – Sitka

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