Whiteriver Indian Health Service

01/13/2026

Medication Recall Notice – Fluticasone Nasal Spray

We want to let patients know about a recall for certain fluticasone nasal spray products that were manufactured by Apotex.
The recall happened after an FDA inspection found problems that could affect the quality of the medicine.

What you should know:
• Only some fluticasone nasal sprays were a part of the recall.
• Not all fluticasone products are affected.
• This medication is used to treat allergy symptoms such as nasal congestion, sneezing, and runny nose.

What to do if you use fluticasone nasal spray:
• Do not stop using your medicine on your own
• If your fluticasone nasal spray may be affected, you will have received a letter from the pharmacy staff with next steps
• The pharmacy will help you get a replacement if needed.
• Call your health care team or pharmacy if you have questions or feel unwell.

Your safety is important to us. We are working to help all affected patients as quickly as possible. Need help or have questions?
Please reach out to the pharmacy or health care provider.

12/30/2025

Whiteriver Hospital will have limited outpatient services starting December 31, 2025, at 1:00PM and all day January 1, 2026 in recognition of the federal holiday.

Cibecue Health Center will be closed for service starting December 31, 2025 at 1:00PM and all day January 1, 2026.

Both locations will re-open January 2, 2026 for services.

If you or a family member needs emergency services please call 911 or report to the Whiteriver Hospital's Emergency Department.

For non-urgent medical issues or questions call the Nurse Triage Line at 1.800.246.7754.

Wishing all of you a safe and happy holiday season.

12/23/2025

** Holiday Schedule Update **

In accordance with the Executive Order providing for the closure of Executive Departments and Agencies of the Federal Government, Whiteriver Hospital and Cibecue Health Center will observe federal holiday closure on Wednesday December 24, Thursday December 25, and Friday December 26, 2025. 🔗 See the executive order here: https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/12/providing-for-the-closure-of-executive-departments-and-agencies-of-the-federal-government-on-december-24-2025-and-december-26-2025/

What patients should know 🩺

🕒 Staffing will be reduced to holiday-level coverage. Some services may be limited.
📌 Scheduled appointments will not be automatically canceled. Patients may be contacted and offered the option to reschedule.
💊 If you have an urgent need, our Emergency Department is open 24/7. Operations will resume normal schedule and hours December 29, 2025.

Thank you for your understanding. We wish our patients, staff, and tribal communities a safe and peaceful holiday season ❄️

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered: Section 1. All

12/10/2025

2026 Mobile Clinic Schedule
1/6 - Bashas
1/13 - Hondah
1/20 - no clinic Holiday week
1/27 - CBQ
2/3 - Bashas
2/10 - Hondah
2/17 - no clinic Holiday week
2/24 - Carrizo
3/3 - Bashas
3/10 - Hondah
3/17 - East Fork
3/24 - Canyon Day
3/31 - CBQ
4/7 - Bashas
4/14 - Hondah
4/21 - Cedar Creek
4/28 - Carrizo

12/10/2025

The U.S. Census Bureau, with permission from the White Mountain Apache Tribe, will conduct the 2026 Census Test on the Fort Apache Reservation.
This test is designed to help the Census Bureau improve its methods and technology before the 2030 Census.

Key things to know:
• Residents can respond online, by phone, or by mail starting March 2026
• Census Day is April 1, 2026
• Some households may receive in-person visits from census takers
• Participation only takes a few minutes and helps build a more accurate future census

More information:

The 2026 Census Test is the U.S. Census Bureau's first major opportunity to try out new tools and methods in select locations around the United States.

12/10/2025

--Attention Members of the White Mountain Apache Tribe--

To better meet the needs of our patients and ensure timely access to care, Friday clinics at Whiteriver Hospital and Cibecue Health Center will now be held in the morning, instead of the afternoon.

New Friday Clinic Hours:
8:00 AM – 1:00 PM

This change will begin 12.19.2025 and applies to all regularly scheduled Friday clinic services. Staff will still be available to support you 1:00PM to 5:00PM.

We hope these earlier hours will make it easier for families, elders, and community members to receive the care they need. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we work to serve you better.

Reminder, there are same day appointments available Monday through Friday. Call early each morning to get scheduled.
For questions or to make an appointment, please contact your clinic.

Please share your feedback by using our Patient Experience Survey found in clinic areas.

Together, we continue working toward a healthier White Mountain Apache community.

12/09/2025

Generator Installation Activity at Whiteriver Hospital
Dates: Dec 11, 19–21, 2025

Whiteriver Indian Hospital will be installing a new generator between December 11, 19–21, 2025. Community members may notice a crane on-site and increased activity around the hospital grounds during this time.

Please note: There will be no changes to clinical operations, emergency services, or patient access. All departments will remain open and fully operational.

We appreciate the community’s understanding as we complete this important infrastructure upgrade. If you have questions please contact the hospital at 928.338.4911

12/04/2025

Fly the United States Flag at Half-Staff on Sunday, December 7, 2025
in Honor of National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, 2025

On the 7th of December 84 years ago, 2,403 service members and civilians were killed in a painful and unprovoked attack on our Armed Forces. On National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, we remember these women and men, who gave their last full measure of devotion to our Nation. We honor the brave service members who — with the horrors of Pearl Harbor weighing on their hearts and the hopes of humanity resting on their shoulders — answered the call to defend freedom against the forces of fascism during World War II.

A resolution approved by Congress in 1994 designates December 7 of each year as “National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day,” and directs that flags be lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sundown.

10/30/2025

10/02/2025

Update: the 10/14 event in Carrizo is cancelled
2025 Mobile Clinic Schedule (Updated 10/9)
10/7 - Bashas
10/21 - Canyon Day
10/28 - Hondah (Women's Conference)
10/29 - Hondah (Women's Conference)
11/4 - Bashas
11/11 - NO clinic - Holiday
11/18 - H-Market
11/25 - CBQ
12/2 - Bashas
12/9 - Hondah
12/16 - Canyon Day
12/23 - No clinic - Holiday week
12/30 - Carrizo

09/11/2025

Protect the Circle of Life
Your flu vaccine protects me.
My flu vaccine protects you.

The flu vaccine is safe.
You can’t get the flu from a flu vaccine.

The flu is the fourth leading cause of death among American Indian and Alaska Native elders.

Please get a flu vaccine each year to protect you and your family.

Learn more at www.cdc.gov/flu or call 1-800-CDC-INFO

You can also contact the Whiteriver Hospital Public Health Nursing Department at 928-338-3684 for more information.