August 2012

27 Aug

Men & Cancer: Early Detection and What Not to Ignore

Submitted by ahs-admin on Mon, 08/27/2012 - 04:56

Early detection and treatment are key to surviving cancer. Both men and women can greatly improve their outcomes if they recognize the symptoms of cancer early. Would you know what to look for? We have broken down a list for men specifically. Please share this important life-saving information with your friends and family. If you have any questions about these symptoms specific to your health, contact your primary care physician.

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15 Aug

West Nile in Oklahoma, Tips for Avoiding Mosquito Bites

Submitted by ahs-admin on Wed, 08/15/2012 - 08:02

The Oklahoma State Department of Health has issued a public warning for Oklahomans to take precautions when outdoors, as the height of the West Nile season nears.  So far, a total of 55 cases of West Nile virus have been identified in Oklahoma, with 14 of those in Tulsa County, the most of any county.

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09 Aug

Back to School Basics: Overall Health Checklist

Submitted by ahs-admin on Thu, 08/09/2012 - 10:25

It is that time of year again.  Parents, teachers and children are starting a new year with freshly sharpened pencils, clean sheets of paper and expectations that this school year will be a great one.  It is also that time of year when hundreds of children fill the halls at the first bell, leaving sun-filled days of summer but not necessarily the germs behind.  As we gather together for nine months of academic achievement, here is an overall health checklist to get everyone off to a healthy start.

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