News & Updates

You’re invited to the 2026 Coalition Health Fair. Alaska Electrical Health & Welfare Fund invites you and your eligible dependents to participate. Click here to register in advance for the following fairs: Fairbanks: Fairbanks Pipeline Training Center, 3605 Cartwright Ct., Bldg C September 12th: 8am – noon September 13th: 8am – 11:30am Mat-Su Valley: Mat-Su […]

Don’t Let Allergies Slow You Down Spring is beautiful—but for many people, it also means allergy season. Knowing what to watch for can help you feel better, faster. ■ Seasonal allergies can bring sneezing, sinus pressure, congestion, itchy eyes, and cough. Shower after being outdoors, keep windows closed on high-pollen days, and consider antihistamines or […]

Partner With a Primary Provider on Teladoc What if every time you had a virtual visit, you saw the same provider of your choice? Now you can. When you use Teladoc’s Primary360 program, your health gets some strong advantages: ■ Real relationships. Choose a board-certified doctor who gets to know you over time. You’ll also […]

Meet Sword: Digital Physical Therapy at No Cost to You Whether you’re training for a 10K or spending long days in the garden, spring is the season to get moving. And while that’s great for your health, it can leave you with strained muscles and aching joints. Sword Digital Physical Therapy now brings convenient virtual […]

What Is “the Protein Target?” A balanced diet contains fruits, vegetables, grains, dairy—and enough protein to keep yourbody strong. The latest U.S. Dietary Guidelines include a daily “protein target” to support healthy aging. For moderately active adults, a good goal is about0.5 grams per pound of body weight. For example, a150-pound person needs around 75 […]

Why Managing Weight Matters More than 2 in 5 adults over age 20 have obesity, a chronic condition linked to serious health problems, including heart disease, the leading cause of death in the U.S. What Is Obesity? Obesity is a complex disease involving excess body fat. It develops from a combination of genetic, environmental, and […]

  The Alaska Electrical Health & Welfare Fund is pleased to announce new digital health and family-building benefits launching in 2026, designed to give participants and their covered family members greater access to high-quality, personalized care – all at no cost to you. Sword Digital Physical Therapy – Available January 1, 2026 Beginning January 1, […]

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  The Alaska Electrical Health & Welfare Fund and the Alaska Electrical Trust will be updating Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) dollar amounts beginning January 1, 2026. These changes apply to both Pre-65 and Medicare participants. Updated HRA amounts for 2026 are outlined in the tables below. Participants will receive a letter in the mail with […]

Did you know that certain life events like these allow you to make midyear changes to your benefits? ■ You get married or divorced ■ You have a baby or adopt a child ■ Your spouse’s or dependent’s other coverage changes Generally, you’ll need to complete a new enrollment form and submit it to the […]