Firework Safety
While you are enjoying your grilling, family time, and fireworks, take time to remind your kids what this holiday is about. The lighting and display of fireworks came with a price to many men and women sacrificing for their kids and future generations. Use the …
Men’s Health Month
Men’s Health Month Men’s health is a topic that can sometimes be put on the back burner for a multitude of reasons. Whether it’s the heavy load of work schedules or the inability to express needs, men often overlook the importance of their health. The …
Trails Fest 2022
Hit the trails and discover in 24 hours some of the many outdoor recreation and healthy living opportunities offered all year long. Opportunities exist for all age groups and ability levels! FRIDAY, JUNE 17TH Elmer Thomas Park- Trails Fest Weekend Kick off 5pm-9pm: Open Streets Healthy Living Vendor Fair 5pm-5:45pm: Interactive StoryBook Walk 6pm-7:30pm: 5K …
Summer Safety
Whether you are at work or spending your day swimming, hiking, motorcycling or simply enjoying the outdoors, it is important to know the potential hazards involved in any activity. POOL & WATER Anywhere there is water, there is a danger of drowning – never swim alone! An adult should be within …
5 Bicycle Benefits
5 Bicycle Benefits The weather is warming up and we are thinking of more ways to get outside, stay active, and enjoy nature. This week is recognized as National Bike to Work Week. While your work commute is too far to bike, or you may …
Sun Awareness
Sun Awareness There is no doubt that spending days out in the warm sunshine can bring us feelings of joy and happiness. We can often lose track of time when we are outside and enjoying the sun. While sunlight has countless benefits for us, it …
FREE Skin Cancer Screenings
Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer; however, if detected early, treatment is very successful. The skin cancer screening involves only a 2 to 3 minute visual inspection of the patient’s body including the scalp, hands and feet. Join the Cancer Centers of Southwest Oklahoma for their …
Staying Safe on Easter
Easter is a holiday celebrated by 80% of Americans. People of all ages enjoy the holiday festivities and traditions that Easter has to offer, as well as taking part in the religious aspect of the holiday. Easter traditions can include attending a church service, egg …
Foot Health Awareness Month
Right now, 6.7 million Americans are living with a chronic wound, and more than two million of those are suffering from a diabetic foot ulcer. April is Foot Health Awareness Month and is a great opportunity to highlight the importance of foot health, common foot wounds and available treatments. With foot ulcers preceding 80 percent of …
