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Muscogee Nation launches first tribally owned Medicare Advantage plan

OKMULGEE, Okla. - The Muscogee Nation announced the launch of its own Medicare Advantage plan on Oct. 15. The new plan, called Native Advantage, is open to tribal and non-tribal residents. Tribal leaders said the plan provides Medicare-eligible individuals with additional options for coverage. That includes an expanded network of...

Okmulgee, OK · 25d
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Contact the Medicare Assistance Program

If you or a loved one needs help understanding Medicare coverage options or how to enroll, you can contact the Medicare Assistance Program (MAP).

Oklahoma City, OK · 26d

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Oklahoma doctor says RSV prevention is the best weapon against virus

OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — RSV season starts in October and ends around February or March. The most at risk of getting the virus are our babies. “Anytime I think of RSV, I think of ‘wet.’ Lungs are wet. Our noses are wet, especially in small babies,” said Dr. Colleen Parrish, a pediatrician.

Oklahoma · 25d
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Oklahoma doctor urges flu vaccinations ahead of holidays

OKLAHOMA - Flu cases are starting to increase at OU Health and across the country as experts prepare for another flu season. Dr. Douglas Drevets, OU Health’s chief of infectious diseases, said it is too early to know how severe this year’s season will be. However, he is cautiously optimistic because this year’s flu vaccine includes three different virus strains compared with last year’s vaccine.

Oklahoma · 26d
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OKC Indian Clinic celebrates growth of Convenience Care South with ribbon cutting

OKLAHOMA CITY – Oklahoma City Indian Clinic recently celebrated the success and continued growth of its Convenience Care South location with a ribbon cutting alongside members of the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber, the American Indian Chamber of Commerce of. Oklahoma, OKC Southside Chamber, community leaders, staff and supporters. Located...

Oklahoma City, OK · 10-09

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Ozone alert issued for Tulsa on Friday

OKLAHOMA - The Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality has issued an ozone alert for the Tulsa and Oklahoma City metropolitan areas for Friday, Oct. 9, warning that air pollution could reach levels of concern. The alert means ozone concentrations are expected to approach potentially unhealthy levels. Pollution could also persist...

Tulsa, OK · 10-08

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Oklahoma Key Congressional Races | D.C. Debrief October 11, 2026

Griffin Media political analyst Scott Mitchell and Washington Correspondent Alex Cameron break down the key races to watch ahead of Election Day and the latest on a permitting bill in Congress. Copy. Link copied. Email. 2 hours ago. Cancer is the leading cause of death among Hispanic and Latino people...

Oklahoma · 10-11

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Inside abandoned Oklahoma marijuana grows: Sewage, chemicals and contaminated water

OKLAHOMA - Piles of trash, chemical containers, dangerous electrical wiring and contaminated water are among the hazards Oklahoma narcotics agents say they are finding at abandoned marijuana grow operations across the state. Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics Director Donnie Anderson testified before a Senate interim study committee examining Oklahoma’s response to...

Oklahoma · 10-07

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OU Health advises best time to get fall vaccines

Dr. Douglas Drevitz with OU Health advises that the best time to get fall vaccines, such as flu, COVID and RSV, is between Halloween and Thanksgiving. Astronaut Victor Glover Jr. spoke with News 9 about his trip to space, plus the future of the industry in Oklahoma. 4 hours ago.

Oklahoma City, OK · 10-07

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Roe honored for commitment to Oklahoma healthcare

OKLAHOMA CITY — Rep. Cynthia Roe, R-Lindsay, received the 2026 Honorary PA designation from the Oklahoma Academy of Physician Associates (OAPA) in recognition of her work supporting physician associates and quality healthcare for Oklahomans. The OAPA recognizes individuals who have promoted the physician associate profession and advanced the academy’s...

Oklahoma · 10-08

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Oklahoma Children's OU Health to open new neurology, endocrinology clinic

OKLAHOMA CITY (KOKH) — Families with children who need specialized care will soon have another option in northwest Oklahoma City. Oklahoma Children's OU Health announced that it is opening a new clinic in northwest Oklahoma City, expanding access to specialized pediatric neurology and endocrinology services for children. The Oklahoma...

Oklahoma City, OK · 10-06

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Nurse Talk from around the Metro

“Jumped out of a hay loft to tackle a fugitive!”(Bounty hunting) “Really enjoy providing care and learning about their history.”. “I enjoy helping them with their daily living, making them smile, laugh, sing with them.”. Lowanda Frasier, CNA/CMA. “I enjoy being with them until the end of their life...

Oklahoma City, OK · 10-03

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Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes pass data center ban

CONCHO, Okla. - Cheyenne and Arapaho tribal citizens voted Saturday to impose a three-year moratorium on data center construction on tribal lands. During the tribal meeting, the floor was opened for anyone to speak about the topic. The primary concerns related to environmental, economic and transparency issues. Key Takeaways. Cheyenne...

Oklahoma · 10-04

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Nursing Teams Earn Four Workplace Excellence Awards

OU Health nursing teams earned four of the five Oklahoma Nurses Association (ONA) Excellence in the Workplace Environment Awards for 2026, statewide honors recognizing work environments that support nursing practice and advance patient care. The awards recognize teams at Oklahoma Children’s OU Health, OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center and care...

Oklahoma City, OK · 10-03

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Oklahoma City Father Walks Between Wife's ICU Bed and Newborn's NICU

The Odum family’s crisis spans two kinds of specialized care in Oklahoma City: treatment for a mother with terminal illness and intensive care for a premature newborn with multiple malformations. Cameron Odum has been traveling between the hospital room of his wife, Robbinjo, and the incubator of their daughter, Hazeljo. Robbinjo is being treated for necrotizing pancreatitis, while Hazeljo was born with bladder exstrophy, a malformation that leaves the bladder exposed outside the abdominal wall.

Oklahoma City, OK · 09-23

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Refuge Care Home Health and Hospice supports patients in Oklahoma and Texas

Refuge Care Home Health and Hospice is a locally operated and owned hospice company ready to assist patients and their families in Oklahoma and Texas.

Oklahoma · 10-02

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Women Who Move the City 2026

Meet the hardworking women in the 405 who imbue the community with entrepreneurial spirit, thoughtful growth and vitality. Shandy Belford, president of Arvest Bank – Central Oklahoma, leads with lessons from her family’s grocery store: build relationships, earn trust and care about the people you serve. RADIANCE MEDICAL...

Oklahoma City, OK · 09-30

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Women Who Move The City: Dr. Sherisa Warren and Dr. Monica Lo of CardioVascular Health Clinic

Dr. Sherisa Warren and Dr. Monica Lo are part of a growing generation of remarkable female physicians who are not only advancing their respective fields but also helping shape the future of healthcare in Oklahoma. Both practice at CardioVascular Health Clinic, where their expertise, innovation, and commitment to patient care bring highly specialized medical services and new possibilities to our community.

Oklahoma City, OK · 09-30

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Oklahoma Medicaid cuts threaten autism care for children | Opinion

More than 22,000 Oklahomans under age 21 have autism spectrum disorder and are enrolled in Medicaid. They are among the more than 2.3 million U.S. children who are affected by autism. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that one in 31 children has an autism diagnosis. Although those numbers may seem alarming, they also reflect increased autism awareness, improved screening and advances in diagnostic and clinical practices. There is far greater understanding of autism today than even a decade ago. As a result, children can be diagnosed sooner, allowing for earlier intervention and potentially, better therapeutic outcomes. Additionally, coordinated care between diagnostic providers and evidence-based therapy providers results in improved access to care so that children with autism can thrive. Autism is a complex disorder. One child with autism cannot be compared with another. The best autism care is individualized to each child rather than "one size fits all." Applied behavior analysis (ABA) is one evidence-based therapy that can help children develop important skills and reduce harmful behaviors. Children with autism can also benefit from other types of therapy, like speech, occupational, physical and feeding therapy, to name a few. The appropriate combination and intensity of services varies

Oklahoma · 10-02

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Oak Street Health segment: Prioritize screenings, vaccines and checkups for older adults

This segment is sponsored by Oak Street Health, part of CVS Health. With cooler weather on the horizon, now is an ideal time to remind older adults to focus on preventive care. Taking these steps now can help identify potential health concerns early on. Today, Jean Reidy joined us on...

Oklahoma City, OK · 10-01