Boots & Badges Blood Drive!
Wednesday, July 3, 2019
Moore’s first responders are looking for citizens to support their efforts through blood donation with Oklahoma Blood Institute and Norman Regional Health System from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on July 13 at Norman Regional Moore.
What to look for, how to avoid heat-related illnesses
Wednesday, June 26, 2019
The rising temperatures can be dangerous, but the good news is that heat-related illnesses are preventable. Here are some tips to avoid heat-related illnesses, as well as what to look for and what to do if you or someone you love has a heat-related illness.
Are you eating a Rainbow?
Tuesday, June 25, 2019
We have all heard of the importance of “tasting a rainbow.” However, what does that actually mean? Read more about the benefits of bright and colorful produce from Registered Dietitian Sarah Barnes, MS, RD/LD.
The Health Benefits of a Happy Childhood
Tuesday, June 25, 2019
Happy childhood memories are essential to a child’s developing brain. Farhan Jawed, MD, medical director of Norman Regional Health System's Behavioral Medicine, speaks more about his childhood memories and the findings of a recent study by the American Psychological Association.
7 Simple Tips to Reduce Skin Damage
Friday, June 21, 2019
Summer is here! It’s time to enjoy the outdoors and soak up the sun. But remember to keep your skin safe while enjoying the sunny weather.
Keeping an Eye Out for Signs of a Common Medical Condition
Friday, June 21, 2019
Are your eyes feeling a little itchy or do they look red and you don’t know the cause? Conjunctivitis, known as pink eye, is one of the most common eye conditions, affecting about three million people in the United States each year.
8 Tips to Wound Healing
Friday, June 14, 2019
The skin is the largest organ of the body and provides each of us with a protective barrier. It is important when you do have a wound that you take care of it properly. Read eight tips to help with healing.
Summer Food Safety 101
Wednesday, June 5, 2019
Summer time is the season for cookouts and potlucks. This beloved tradition is nothing short of downright American, but along with the summer heat comes a higher risk of food borne illness outbreaks. Here are simple food safety tips from Registered Dietitian Connelly Weeks, RDN, LD.
Oklahoma Tobacco Helpline offers resources for fathers to quit tobacco
Monday, June 3, 2019
This Father’s Day, the Oklahoma Tobacco Helpline is encouraging fathers who use tobacco to make the healthy decision to quit. From the decisions they make to the habits they practice, their behaviors can have a lasting effect on their children.
Men’s Health: Treating or preventing diabetes
Tuesday, May 28, 2019
June is Men’s Health Month, and men historically are not as comfortable when it comes to discussing issues about their health, especially conditions like diabetes.