Thank you for your interest in the health and well-being of urban American Indians and Alaska Natives. We have many resources available that may be useful to you. We are also available by phone or email to answer questions or for further requests.
To contact us:
• Call (206) 812-3030 during regular business hours (Monday – Friday 9:00 – 5:00 Pacific Time)
• Email us at info@uihi.org with your request and contact information
However you contact us, someone will respond to you within 24 hours (outside of weekends/holidays).
Important information about requests:
• While responding to information requests is one of our top priorities, our resources are limited. If we estimate that the length of your request will exceed our time limits (generally 2-4 hours), we may ask you to narrow your scope.
• We generally prioritize requests from those working directly in the field of urban Indian health.
• Typical data requests are filled within 2 to 3 weeks. Modifications to this timeline may occur based on the nature of a request and will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. If you have a time sensitive request, please contact the UIHI to discuss your timeline.
On-line Resources:
You may find the following on-line resources helpful for finding information about urban AI/AN:
• See our Library Page for links to outside resources and our UIHI catalogue
Reports and publications from the Urban Indian Health Institute:
• Community Health Profiles (2009)
Area-specific data about counties served by an urban Indian health organization
Includes information about: demographics, healthcare access, mortality, maternal and child health, and behavioral health
• Reproductive Health Report (2010)
Data, graphs and tables from the National Survey of Family Growth
Includes information about: unintended pregnancy, contraception, sexual history and behavior, and non-voluntary sexual intercourse
• Adult Behavior Risk Factor Report (2007)
Data and graphs from the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Includes information about: healthcare access, risk behavior, weight and nutrition, oral health, diseases, and includes income-specific data
• Youth Risk Factor Report (2007)
Data, tables, and background information from multiple sources
Includes information about: demographics, injury, health conditions, tobacco use, drug and alcohol use, sexual behavior, exercise, and dietary behavior
• “Visibility Through Data” Report (2009)
Information and data about health priorities identified by national data sources and individuals working with urban AI/AN communities
Includes information about: Health People 2010, ranked lists of health disparities; national data-sets and known limitations; and how to use the information for advocacy, funding, and program planning purposes
• “Urban Indian Health Data System” Report (2010)
Information about Health Information Technology (HIT) and implementation at the 34 urban Indian health organizations (UIHO)
Includes findings from the strategic planning session, recommendations, and next steps
• “Invisible Tribes” Report (2008)
Information about urban Indian health care issues produced by the Urban Indian Health Commission
Includes information about: demographics, healthcare access, challenges in data collection, highlighted diseases (depression, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease), and recommendations
• “Health Status of Urban AI/AN” Report (2004)
Data, graphs, and tables from the US Census and the National Center of Health Statistics
Includes information about: demographics, maternal and child health, infant mortality, general mortality, and recommendations
Other Resources:
Through our work with the community, we have developed a number of surveys and needs assessment that are specific to the health of urban AI/AN. Please contact us directly for more information about these materials. A partial list includes:
• Elders Long-Term Care Needs Assessment
• Adult Tobacco Survey
• Area Needs Assessment
• Data collection tools for adolescent cardiovascular disease
In collaboration with community groups and expert advisory panels, we have developed outreach material aimed at engaging clients and promoting healthy behavior. Topic areas include colorectal and breast and cervical cancer screening, viral hepatitis, family health history, youth smoking and more.
