Shiprock Indian Health Service

06/01/2026

🌞👟 JUST MOVE IT – SOUTH DIRECTION JOURNEY CONTINUES! 👟🌞

The journey continues as we move together in the South Direction, building stronger families, healthier communities, and lasting connections—one step at a time.

📍 Newcomb Chapter – Tuesday, June 2
📍 Toadlena/Two Grey Hills Chapter – Thursday, June 4
⏰ 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Bring your family, friends, neighbors, and walking shoes for an evening filled with:

🚶 Free community walk
🏃 Fun run for all ages
🤝 Connection and fellowship
💚 Wellness and healthy living
🎉 Family-friendly activities

Whether you walk, run, cheer, or simply come together with your community, there's a place for everyone. Let's celebrate movement, culture, and the strength we find in one another as we continue our South Direction journey.

T'áá hwó ají t'éego — It is up to you.
Take the first step, invite a friend, and be part of something positive for your family and community.

✨ Together we move. Together we grow. Together we thrive. ✨

05/26/2026

🌿👟 JUST MOVE IT – SOUTH DIRECTION KICKOFF 👟🌿

Join us at Tooh Haltsooi Chapter on Wednesday, May 27, from 5 PM – 7 PM as we begin the South Direction journey together through movement, wellness, and community. ❤️💛

Bring the whole family and enjoy a FREE evening of:
🚶 Walking
🏃 Running
🤝 Community connection
🌱 Health & wellness activities
🎉 Family-friendly fun for all ages

Come move with us, support one another, and celebrate healthy living together. Every step counts as we continue our wellness journey rooted in community strength and tradition.

“T’áá hwó ají t’éego” — It is up to you.
Take that step toward health, happiness, and togetherness.

05/21/2026

05/15/2026

Dr. Heather Kovich, Shiprock-University of New Mexico Family Medicine Residency Program director, was recently featured in the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education’s (ACGME) interview series highlighting efforts to train family physicians to work in rural communities and beyond. Established in 2021, the SUNM Family Medicine Residency Program is the first federal IHS residency program in the country, and the only residency located on the Navajo Nation.

“Our family medicine department is fully staffed for the first time in the 16 years I’ve worked here. We have hired some of our residents and we’ve recruited other faculty members who are excited by the opportunity to teach in this unique environment,” said Dr. Kovich.

Read more about how the program is training the next generation of rural family physicians: https://www.acgme.org/newsroom/blog/2026/05-may/partnerships-to-establish-and-sustain-rural-gme-q-and-a-with-dr.-heather-kovich-of-the-unm-shiprock-family-medicine

05/11/2026

🎉 Lace up your shoes and bring the whole family — Just Move It Week 4 is here! 🎉

Get ready for two evenings filled with movement, laughter, community spirit, and healthy fun! Whether you love to walk, run, visit with friends, or simply enjoy being outdoors with your community, these FREE events are for YOU. 💚🏃🏽‍♀️🚶🏽‍♂️

✨ Make memories.
✨ Build healthy habits.
✨ Celebrate community wellness together.

📍 Tuesday, May 12
Dzilth-na-o-dith-hle Health Center
🕔 5 PM – 7 PM

📍 Thursday, May 14
Nageezi Chapter
🕔 5 PM – 7 PM

Bring your kids, grandparents, friends, neighbors — everyone is welcome! Let’s come together to support healthier families and stronger communities one step at a time.

🌿 Fresh air, positive energy, and community connection are waiting for you!

✨ T’áá hwó ají t’éego ✨
It’s up to you — take the first step and join us this week!

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05/04/2026

🌟 Shiprock area Just Move It – Week 3 is Here! 🌟

It’s time to get moving, connect, and have fun together! Join us this week for Just Move It—a free, family-friendly series focused on health, community, and good energy. Whether you walk, run, or simply come to enjoy the gathering, everyone is welcome!

📍 This Week’s Events (5 PM – 7 PM):
🗓️ Tuesday, May 5 – Upper Fruitland (Walter Collins Center)
🗓️ Thursday, May 7 – Huerfano Chapter
🗓️ Friday, May 8 – Bloomfield (Charlie Y. Brown High School)

Bring your family, invite your friends, and come be part of something positive. Let’s support each other in living healthier, happier lives—together.

✨ T’áá hwó ají t’éego — it’s up to you. Take that step and join us! 💛

04/27/2026

Join us this week for Just Move It! 🌟

Bring your family, invite your friends, and be part of a positive community gathering focused on health, movement, and connection. Whether you prefer to walk or run, everyone is welcome—this is a free event for all ages and fitness levels.

📍 Tuesday, April 28 – Kirtland Middle School from 5 pm to 7 pm
📍 Thursday, April 30 – Nenahnezad Chapter from 5 pm to 7 pm

Let’s come together to support wellness, build community, and enjoy time outdoors. It’s more than just movement—it’s about showing up for yourself and each other.

T’áá hwó’ ají t’éego — it’s up to you. Take that step with us this week! 👟💙

04/22/2026

Ajéí Bidził – Strong Hearts: Strong Spirits

Strong Spirits is the final video of our Strong Hearts series. It teaches that stress and trauma don’t just live in our minds; they leave imprints on our hearts. It explores how emotional pain affects heart health while reminding us that healing comes through balance, resilience, and connection.