Nahata'Dziil Health Center

02/17/2026

Gather round the radio! Tune into KTNN from 6pm to 7pm to hear from Dr. Gabrellas and Roy Dempsey who will share info on chickenpox and measles. Please tune in and learn how you can prevent and stay healthy

Please join us next Tuesday, February 17th, 2026 from 6pm to 7pm for a radio forum! Please tune in on KTNN and learn about chickenpox and measles and how to protect yourself and your loved ones. We will hear from our very own FDIHB team members, Dr. Alithea Gabrellas, who is our Infectious Diseases Physician and Roy Dempsey, our Community Relations Outreach Specialist.
Please share with your friends and family. Thank you!

02/13/2026

February 13, 2026 | Community Announcement

Regional Long-Distance Calling Outage Impacting FDIHB Facilities

Fort Defiance Indian Hospital Board (FDIHB) facilities, Tséhootsooí Medical Center (TMC), Nahata'Dziil Health Center (NDHC) and Nihi Dine’é Bá Wellness Center (NDBWC) are currently experiencing long-distance calling disruption due to a regional outage affecting Verizon and Frontier Communications. This outage has impacted receiving and outgoing long-distance calls, including those made from mobile phones.

⚠️ 📞 If you are experiencing connection issues with 928-729-8000 or any other FDIHB phone, please call 928-730-5258.📱 ⚠️

FDIHB Information Technology (IT) Infrastructure team is actively monitoring the situation and remains in contact with FDIHB’s long-distance communication service provider for status updates.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. For updates and changes, please look at our Facebook or Instagram pages.

02/12/2026

Please tune in on KTNN next Tuesday evening! We'll hear from Dr. Gabrellas and Roy Dempsey and learn about chickenpox and measles and how to prevent! Talk to you soon!

Please join us next Tuesday, February 17th, 2026 from 6pm to 7pm for a radio forum! Please tune in on KTNN and learn about chickenpox and measles and how to protect yourself and your loved ones. We will hear from our very own FDIHB team members, Dr. Alithea Gabrellas, who is our Infectious Diseases Physician and Roy Dempsey, our Community Relations Outreach Specialist.
Please share with your friends and family. Thank you!

02/12/2026

Please be aware of Chickenpox exposure in Chambers, AZ and Exposure at Middle School and Local Basketball Game.

Community Announcement: Chickenpox (Varicella) Case in Chambers, Arizona and Exposure at Middle School & Local Basketball Game

FDIHB has received information of a confirmed varicella (Chickenpox) case in Chambers, Arizona.
People who were in the following locations on the dates below may have been exposed:
▪️Sanders Middle School (Sanders, AZ) on February 3-6, 2026. Watch for symptoms until February 27, 2026.
▪️Ganado Middle School Basketball Game (Ganado, AZ) on. February 4, 2026. Watch for symptoms until February 25, 2026.

What to do if you or your child was exposed to a confirmed chickenpox case: Individuals who were exposed AND meet one of the following criteria should contact their healthcare provider because receiving the vaccine within 5 days or immune globulin within 10 days after the exposure can prevent illness.
▪️Children who are not up-to-date on their varicella vaccine (1 dose due at 12 months, the 2nd dose due at 4 years)
▪️ Individuals with severely weak immune systems (e.g., have had an organ transplant) who have not had 2 varicella vaccines or had chickenpox or shingles in the past
▪️ Adults born after 1980 who have not had 2 doses of the varicella vaccine, a lab test showing immunity or a history of chicken pox or shingles
▪️Anyone who develops varicella symptoms should stay home and seek medical attention if symptoms become severe. Symptoms usually develop 8 to 21 days after an exposure.
▪️ If you seek medical attention, call ahead and let them know you have been exposed to chickenpox before entering the building.

The best way to prevent varicella (chickenpox) is to be vaccinated with a varicella-containing vaccine. During a varicella (chickenpox) outbreak it is important that all children who do not have a medical contraindication receive their first dose of the varicella vaccine at 12 months and the second dose at age 4. Talk to your healthcare provider to make sure you and your family are up to date on vaccines. Vaccines are provided at Tséhootsooí Medical Center Primary Care Clinic 928.729.8032 and Pediatric Clinic 928.729.8710
For more information about Varicella (chickenpox) visit: https://www.cdc.gov/chickenpox/about/index.html

02/11/2026

Friendly Reminder - You're invited to cook with Public Health Nutrition this evening for their "Taste the Change of Seasons" monthly cooking class! There is a tasty menu planned - learn some new recipes!

Did you eat your vegetables today? The "Taste the Change of Season" cooking series is excited to present February's featured vegetables: Kale and Brussels Sprouts. Come join Public Health Nutrition on February 11, 2026, at 5:45 PM at the Nihi Dine'e Ba Wellness Center. You will discover the nutritional benefits of the two vegetables and how to add them to your home recipes. Looking forward to seeing you there!

02/10/2026

The Dental Clinic at Nahata' Dziil Health Center will be closed from 12:30pm to 4:30pm, Wednesday, February 11, 2026, and from 8:00am to 4:30pm on Thursday, February 12, 2026. Services to resume on Friday, February 13, 2026.

02/07/2026

If you suspect you may have chickenpox and plan to come to Tséhootsooí Medical Center or Nahata Dziil Health Center, please be advised of the following:
If you have a new rash AND a fever, runny nose, or cough, please stay in your vehicle and call the facility you are visiting:
Tséhootsooí Medical Center: 928-729-8000. Call anytime, 24/7.
Nahata' Dziil Health Center: 928-688-5622. Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am to 5pm
Thank you for your cooperation!

02/04/2026

Hello! Public Health Nutrition invites you to their Souperb cooking classes! First one is tomorrow, Feb. 5th at 6pm at the Nihi Dine'é Bá Wellness Center here in Fort Defiance. Come over and let's cook!

On Thursday's we make soup! You are invited to Public Health Nutrition's Souperb cooking class series! First one kicks off tomorrow, Thursday, February 5th from 6pm to 8pm at the Nihi Dine'é Bá Wellness Center

See you every Thursday in February for soup making :D

01/27/2026

Please note the update to the Culture Presentations - the Horse Story presentation is postponed to Wednesday, February 11, 2026 from 5:30pm to 6:30pm at the Fort Defiance Chapter House. Thank you for your understanding.

UPDATE: The Horse Story presentation for this evening is cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances. We will re-advertise the upcoming date as soon as we can. Thank you.

Thank you.

01/16/2026

Friday night plans: Check out the Navajo Winter Culture Festival ✅

Join Health Promotion & Disease Prevention HPDP) at their 9th Annual Navajo Winter Culture Fest! Celebrate culture, wellness, and community with us!

Join us for an evening filled with: Health Resource booths, dance groups, singing groups, and special appearances by royalty.

Everyone is welcome to take part in this vibrant winter gathering. For more information, please contact Danelle Lee at 928-729-8874 or email at danelle.lee@fdihb.org.

01/16/2026

Shoutout to Pharmacy and the excellent team at TMC and here at NDHC. Thank you for all that you do! Explore the career opportunities in Pharmacy at https://www.fdihb.org/careers.