Tséhootsooí Medical Center

09/04/2026

Save-the-Date: Tuesday, September 8th is 988 Day!
Join us for a health fair at the Nihi Dine'é Bá Wellness Center during the day and a walk in the evening at the NN Museum.

Friendly Reminder: Next Tuesday, September 8th is 988 Day!
To spotlight the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline, the HPDP program would like to invite you to:
1) A Health Fair! On Tuesday, September 8th from 10am-1pm at the Nihi Dine'é Bá Wellness Center in Fort Defiance, AZ

2) A 2-mile walk! On Tuesday, September 8th from 5:30pm-7pm at the Navajo Nation Museum Trail in Window Rock, AZ

Please attend and be a part of September's focus on su***de prevention, mental health awareness, and recovery.
***dePrevention

09/04/2026

FDIHB's Administrative and Outpatient Clinical Services at Tséhootsooí Medical Center, Nahata' Dziil Health Center, and Nihi Dine'é Bá Wellness Center will be closed Monday, September 7,2026, in observance of Labor Day.

The Emergency Department at Tséhootsooí Medical Center will remain OPEN.

Thank you for all your hard work - have a safe weekend!

09/03/2026

Community Announcement: September 3, 2026

FORT DEFIANCE, AZ – We understand that managing medication needs can be challenging, especially when the Pharmacy is closed. However, we kindly ask that you refrain from using the TMC Emergency Room or Fast Track for routine medication refill pickup.
The Emergency Room is reserved for critical, life-threatening situations, ensuring that those in urgent need receive the care they require. Routine refills for chronic or acute conditions are best handled during regular Pharmacy hours.
In some cases, the ER can provide emergency refills for critical, non-controlled medications if there’s an immediate health risk. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
How to get a prescription refill:
1. Call in your refills at 928-729-8341 or toll-free at 1-877-432-6775
2. Be prepared to provide your chart number and the prescription (Rx) number to our Audiocare line.
3. Audiocare will confirm that your refill is fillable and provide a date when your refill will be available. Refills typically take about 3 days.
4. Pick-up your refill at the Refill Pharmacy (located by the east main entrance of TMC) during the following hours (Please use the emergency department entrance to access the Main and Refill Pharmacy after 5:00pm Mon-Fri and on Saturdays):
• Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday: 9am - 6pm
• Thursday: 10am - 6pm
• Saturday: 10am -2pm
• Sunday & Holidays – CLOSED
Reminders:
• Please plan ahead in requesting your refills. Monitor the refill status on your prescription bottle label to see how many refills are left before you run low.
• Make Audiocare work for you! Patients can start using Audiocare and receive reminders when their medication is running low, so they know when to call to request a refill.
• Once medications are refilled, patients have 7 days to pick up refills.

For new prescriptions, patients may visit the Main Pharmacy during the same hours listed above. For more information, visit fdihb.org/services/pharmacy.

Events and clinics are subject to change. For updates and changes, please look at our Facebook or Instagram pages.

09/02/2026

September is both Su***de Prevention Awareness Month and Self-Care Month! These observances remind us of the importance of supporting one another and fostering open conversations about mental health and su***de.

Let’s come together to make a difference! Every conversation and connection counts. Join us this month as we share valuable resources, tips, and insights aimed at raising awareness and breaking the stigma surrounding mental health. Remember, it’s okay to ask for help—and together, we can create a stronger, more supportive community. ***dePrevention

08/27/2026

September is next week! A new month means a new Mobile Health Program schedule. Please review the month of September and mark your calendar for a clinic near you.
Thank you! And please feel free to share with your network and those who may not have social media. 🤓

08/27/2026

*** Community Announcement ***
Water Pressure Restored at Tséhootsooí Medical Center & Nihi Dine'é Bá Wellness Center

FORT DEFIANCE, AZ – Tséhootsooí Medical Center (TMC) and Nihi Dine’é Bá Wellness Center (NDHC) have resumed normal operations. Earlier this morning, the facilities experienced low water pressure. Water pressure has now been restored at our facilities.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

08/26/2026

Friendly Reminder - This evening in Steamboat, AZ!

Please join us at the Women's Mental Health Walk/Run!

Women's Mental Health Walk/Run
Wednesday, August 26th, 2026
Across the Steamboat Chapter House
On-Site Registration: 4:00pm to 5:00pm
Event will start at 5:00pm

*Please wear PINK, everyone is welcome to participate*

For more information, please contact:
Kolbie Tolino 928-729-3313
Naudaya Clyde 928-729-8060

08/26/2026

FDIHB Regular Board Meeting | August 28, 2026

The Fort Defiance Indian Hospital Board Inc. will conduct its Regular Board Meeting on Friday, August 28, 2026, at 9 a.m. (MDT) On the second floor, at Tséhootsooí Medical Center (Fort Defiance, AZ) in the Executive Conference Room.

NOTE: The agenda is not final until the Board officially approves it at the Board meeting and may be amended up to that point.

Meeting dates and times are subject to change. For updates and changes, please visit our Facebook or Instagram pages.

08/19/2026

The Dental Departments at Tséhootsooí Medical Center and Nahata' Dziil Health Center partnered with the Give Kids a Smile (GKAS) nationwide movement. This year, we went out to Kin Dah Łichí'í' Ólta' school to capture the successful event. The dental GKAS team provided dental screenings, oral health education, and fluoride treatments to 120 students! This is our fifth year serving our Diné community schools. If your school would like to be included, reach out to Valerie Long, RDH, at 928.729.8907.

Thank you to our sponsors, Give Kids A Smile (GKAS), the American Dental Association Foundation, Henry Shein, and Colgate-Palmolive.
For more info about GKAS, visit: https://www.adafoundation.org/give-kids-a-smile

For more info about Kin Dah Łichí'í' Ólta' School, visit: https://www.kindahlichii.org

08/19/2026

Fuel for Learning:
Eating healthy is important at every age, but especially for growing children. According to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, there is a strong connection between nutrition and learning.

Good nutrition helps children stay focused, maintain energy, improve memory, and provides essential nutrients that fuel the body and the brain for school.

Here are some tips from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s MyPlate guidelines to help our students get the essential nutrients that fuel a successful school year.
• Make half your plate fruits and vegetables for vitamins, minerals, and fiber.
• Choose whole grains to provide lasting energy.
• Include lean protein to support growth and help build strong muscles.
• Add low-fat or fat-free dairy for calcium and vitamin D to help build strong bones and teeth.

Access to balanced, nutritious meals supports children’s health, growth, and learning development. Helping students meet their nutrition needs is an important step towards supporting their success in and out of the classroom.

Thank you to the FDIHB Public Health Nutrition Department for educating us on this segment of Back to School Health Tips. 🍎 ✏️🚸🎒