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Ticks are a warm weather threat Published: Mon, May 28, 2012 Ray Ridlen writes about the various problems tick bites can cause. Read More
Wetter year in Oklahoma has contributed to an increase in fleas Published: Tue, May 15, 2012 Generally the peak of flea activity is late summer and early fall. That's because there is active flea reproduction through the summer months. But this time, there was apparently reproduction through the winter months. Read More
Officials unsure why flu season was mild in Oklahoma Published: Sun, May 6, 2012 The 2012 flu season is ending in Oklahoma with fewer than one-half the number of confirmed cases and nearly two-thirds fewer deaths than in 2011. Read More
Recommended vaccinations for seniors Published: Sat, Mar 31, 2012 Dear Savvy Senior: What types of vaccinations are recommended for seniors? I know about flu shots, but what else is recommended and what’s covered by Medicare? -- Cheap Shot Sally Dear Sally: Most people think that vaccinations are just for kids, but adults, especially seniors, need their shots... Read More
3 More die in Oklahoma as a result of flu Published: Thu, Mar 22, 2012 The number of flu-related deaths in Oklahoma thus far this year doubled from three to six in the past week — although the total number of confirmed flu cases remains sharply below 2011 levels. The Oklahoma State Department of Health reports the latest deaths include two in Oklahoma County and one in Osage... Read More
Expect another miserable allergy season Published: Tue, Mar 20, 2012 Expect another worse than normal allergy season, says Dr. Raymond Slavin, SLUcare allergist and professor of internal medicine at St. Louis University. Spring is normally tree pollen season. This year, trees began spewing pollen in February because of the mild winter, Slavin said. Allergy complaints began to... Read More
2 flu deaths reported in Oklahoma thus far in 2012 Updated: Fri, Mar 9, 2012 Health officials warn that the significant decrease in the number of flu deaths and hospitalizations in Oklahoma so far in 2012 is not necessarily an indication that the flu season will be mild. Two Oklahomans have died and 114 have been hospitalized due to the flu through March 3, the latest date for which... Read More
Sarah Jessica Parker headlines celeb-filled gala Updated: Mon, Feb 13, 2012 NEW YORK — A chance to kiss the buff, shirtless Richard Gere of the early '80s? Sold, for $20,000! It wasn't exactly a time machine that was auctioned off at the annual amfAR AIDS charity gala kicking off New York Fashion Week on Wednesday evening. Rather, it was a black-and-white portrait of Gere by famed... Read More
A season for sharing Updated: Tue, Feb 7, 2012 Cold and flu season is in full swing, which means people will be sharing more than just holiday cheer. Every year, more than 62 million cases of the common cold are reported in the U.S., according to the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, and as many as 24 million people report suffering from a... Read More
Tips for diabetics battling cough, cold, or flu Published: Tue, Jan 24, 2012 Each year, an average of 200,000 Americans are hospitalized because of flu complications, but people with type 1 or type 2 diabetes are three times more likely to face complications that may be fatal, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The best step is prevention, and anyone with... Read More
It's not too late to vaccinate against flu Published: Tue, Jan 24, 2012 When you see "Get Your Flu Vaccine Here" signs and banners after November outside pharmacies and in doctor's offices, you might think, "Isn't it too late for that?" The answer is "No!" "Flu season typically peaks in January or February and can last as late as May," says Dr. Anne Schuchat, Assistant Surgeon General... Read More
Post 50, annual exams and select screenings are crucial Published: Mon, Jan 23, 2012 If you are over 50, it is time to have an annual physical. At an earlier age, provided there are no known medical conditions, a screening every two to three years may be adequate. Not every 50-year-old receives an annual physical, and when they do, they often receive more testing than needed. It is... Read More
Delayed opening for clinical services at OCCHD on Dec. 19 Updated: Thu, Dec 15, 2011 The Oklahoma City-County Health Department will be open for clinical services at 9 a.m. on Dec. 19 instead of the usual start times (of 7 or 8 a.m.) to allow clinic staff to participate in an agency-wide nursing staff meeting on Monday morning. The delayed opening applies to six OCCHD locations, and to the... Read More
Animal shelter celebrates holiday with adoption specials Published: Tue, Dec 13, 2011 Oklahoma City’s Animal Shelter is celebrating “Feline Navidad” and “Hounds for the Holidays” adoption specials now through Dec. 23. During this adoption event cats six months and older are free and all kitten and dog adoptions are just $25. All of the shelter’s dogs and cats have been vaccinated... Read More
Budget cuts end free flu shots for everyone Published: Wed, Nov 23, 2011 NORMAN — Oklahomans who were accustomed to getting free flu shots at county health departments are now being asked to pay for their vaccinations. The shots that were free at county health departments are now $25, with exceptions under federal programs for children under age 18, the elderly and those whose incomes... Read More
Cleanliness important when preparing food Published: Tue, Nov 1, 2011 The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recently reported that more than 1,000 food-borne disease outbreaks occurred in 2008, the latest year information is available. This led to more than 23,000 illnesses; nearly 1,300 reported hospitalized and 22 dead. The actual number of food-borne illnesses is almost... Read More
No quick fix, yet Published: Mon, Oct 10, 2011 When people ask me to help them overcome addiction, most parents and spouses expect a quick fix. I've heard it a hundred times: "Give me back the boy I love," begs an anguished father. "Just don't give him back to me before he's rid of his problem." Jaws drop when I tell people that there isn't a cure for... Read More
Behavior can decrease risk of cervical cancer Published: Tue, Oct 4, 2011 Although the prevalence of and deaths from cervical cancer are declining, it is still a major health threat in the United States and remains one of the most common cancers in women worldwide. So far this year, there have been 11,710 new cases of cervical cancer and 4,290 deaths. The cancer occurs in a thin layer... Read More
New flu vaccine for seniors provides better protection Published: Tue, Oct 4, 2011 Dear Savvy Senior, I’ve read that there is a new extra-strength flu vaccine being offered to seniors this year. What can you tell me about it, where can I find it, and does Medicare cover it? Flu-Conscious Connie Dear Connie, The new extra-strength flu vaccination you’re inquiring about is called the... Read More
It's flu season, but don't forget about colds Published: Tue, Sep 27, 2011 With the widespread concern about the H1N1 virus, also known as swine flu, many Americans might forget about another threat -- the common cold. While colds often prove less serious than the flu, they result in days of misery -- not to mention missed work and school. And with today's busy lifestyles and economic... Read More
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