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OK Dept of Health

@healthyoklahoma

Official Twitter of the Oklahoma State Department of Health

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Core prevention strategies are important steps you can take to protect yourself and others from respiratory viruses. To stay informed, visit OK Viral View at brnw.ch/21wUPKr for the latest updates.

Core prevention strategies are important steps you can take to protect yourself and others from respiratory viruses. To stay informed, visit OK Viral View at brnw.ch/21wUPKr for the latest updates.
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Mosquitoes may be tiny, but they pack a mighty itch! Arm yourself with knowledge and learn how to prevent those pesky bites ensuring a bite-free summer! Learn more: brnw.ch/21wURb5 and find the right insect repellent for you by using: brnw.ch/21wURb6.

Mosquitoes may be tiny, but they pack a mighty itch! Arm yourself with knowledge and learn how to prevent those pesky bites ensuring a bite-free summer!

Learn more: brnw.ch/21wURb5 and find the right insect repellent for you by using: brnw.ch/21wURb6.
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Your support plays a powerful role in your teen’s cognitive and emotional growth. When you face challenges together, you build resilience—and a stronger connection. Invest in their potential today to help shape a brighter, more confident tomorrow. brnw.ch/21wURvp.

Your support plays a powerful role in your teen’s cognitive and emotional growth. When you face challenges together, you build resilience—and a stronger connection. Invest in their potential today to help shape a brighter, more confident tomorrow.

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Kids and hot cars are a deadly combination. Look before you lock, create reminders, and take action if you are out and see an unattended child in a locked car by calling 911. Take the time to be aware so you can keep your loved ones safe! Learn more at: brnw.ch/21wUTsZ.

Kids and hot cars are a deadly combination. Look before you lock, create reminders, and take action if you are out and see an unattended child in a locked car by calling 911. Take the time to be aware so you can keep your loved ones safe!

Learn more at: brnw.ch/21wUTsZ.
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WIC is committed to ensuring every mother has access to the support and information she needs to breastfeed as long as she wishes to do so. By providing breastfeeding education, lactation consultants, and caring staff, WIC supports all families in reaching their goals.

WIC is committed to ensuring every mother has access to the support and information she needs to breastfeed as long as she wishes to do so. By providing breastfeeding education, lactation consultants, and caring staff, WIC supports all families in reaching their goals.
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Even on the sunniest days, lakes can have hidden risks. What looks like the perfect swim spot might not be safe. Check local advisories at brnw.ch/21wUVx2 before anyone gets in the water. It helps keeps everyone safe—and keeps the fun going all summer long!

Even on the sunniest days, lakes can have hidden risks. What looks like the perfect swim spot might not be safe. 

Check local advisories at brnw.ch/21wUVx2 before anyone gets in the water. It helps keeps everyone safe—and keeps the fun going all summer long!
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Sun’s out, fun’s out—but don’t let the heat play you! Drink water like it’s your job, rest like a pro, and keep your cool while staying active this summer. Hot days are for smart safe moves! Learn more about heat stress here: brnw.ch/21wUWWL.

Sun’s out, fun’s out—but don’t let the heat play you! Drink water like it’s your job, rest like a pro, and keep your cool while staying active this summer. Hot days are for smart safe moves!

Learn more about heat stress here: brnw.ch/21wUWWL.
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Teaching Kids About Healthy Relationships Starts Early. Elementary age is the perfect time to help kids understand what it means to be a good friend. These conversations aren’t always easy—but they matter. brnw.ch/21wV0eD.

Teaching Kids About Healthy Relationships Starts Early. Elementary age is the perfect time to help kids understand what it means to be a good friend. These conversations aren’t always easy—but they matter. brnw.ch/21wV0eD.
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Don’t let the Oklahoma heat win while hiking the trails this summer. Did you know heat exhaustion can kick in within 30 minutes in full sun? Stay safe, hike smart, and be prepared for whatever the trail throws your way.

Don’t let the Oklahoma heat win while hiking the trails this summer. Did you know heat exhaustion can kick in within 30 minutes in full sun? Stay safe, hike smart, and be prepared for whatever the trail throws your way.
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Whether its backyard chillin’ or nights by the lake, safe fireside moments make the best memories. Control the flames—don’t let them control you. Fire safety isn’t optional, it’s essential.

Whether its backyard chillin’ or nights by the lake, safe fireside moments make the best memories. Control the flames—don’t let them control you. Fire safety isn’t optional, it’s essential.
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The Certified Healthy Oklahoma Program recognizes workplaces, schools, and other organizations that are making real changes to support better nutrition, physical activity, and tobacco-free living. It’s a powerful way to create a lasting impact. Apply: Oklahoma.gov/CertifiedHealt….

The Certified Healthy Oklahoma Program recognizes workplaces, schools, and other organizations that are making real changes to support better nutrition, physical activity, and tobacco-free living. It’s a powerful way to create a lasting impact. Apply: Oklahoma.gov/CertifiedHealt….
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Public and private businesses and organizations are invited to a no-cost employer-training workshop on September 10 –11 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. at The Well located in Norman, Ok. To register, please email [email protected]. Registration is required. brnw.ch/21wV3TX.

Public and private businesses and organizations are invited to a no-cost employer-training workshop on September 10 –11 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. at The Well located in Norman, Ok.

To register, please email KarinL@health.ok.gov. Registration is required.
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STIs are serious health problems that require immediate medical attention. Anyone, who is sexually active, is at risk of contracting STIs, and should get tested. Contact your nearest county health department for testing. brnw.ch/21wV5W0. Visit brnw.ch/21wV5W1.

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Summer is here, bringing warm nights and outdoor adventures. But along with the joys of the season, pesky mosquitoes can make their presence known. If you’ve experienced the itch and irritation of bites, we’re here to help you find relief. brnw.ch/21wV6jg.

Summer is here, bringing warm nights and outdoor adventures. But along with the joys of the season, pesky mosquitoes can make their presence known. If you’ve experienced the itch and irritation of bites, we’re here to help you find relief.

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While breastfeeding moms are doing most of the “work,” there are still many ways we can show support and provide help. Family and friends can cook meals, help clean, or watch the baby so mom can rest. Sometimes, knowing you have people in your corner can make all the difference.

While breastfeeding moms are doing most of the “work,” there are still many ways we can show support and provide help. Family and friends can cook meals, help clean, or watch the baby so mom can rest. Sometimes, knowing you have people in your corner can make all the difference.
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As an extension of local county health departments, our Mobile Wellness Units help provide public health services in every corner of our state. View the calendar at brnw.ch/21wNffh.

As an extension of local county health departments, our Mobile Wellness Units help provide public health services in every corner of our state.

View the calendar at brnw.ch/21wNffh.
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Community health workers serve Oklahoma. These frontline professionals are the heart of their communities, providing support and resources where they’re needed most. We celebrate these individuals who work tirelessly to build healthier, stronger communities for all Oklahomans.

Community health workers serve Oklahoma. These frontline professionals are the heart of their communities, providing support and resources where they’re needed most.

We celebrate these individuals who work tirelessly to build healthier, stronger communities for all Oklahomans.
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When the temperature outside is 80 degrees, the temperature in a parked car can rise to 100+ degrees in just 10 minutes. Protect kids and animals by never leaving them in an unattended vehicle. They trust you to keep them safe.

When the temperature outside is 80 degrees, the temperature in a parked car can rise to 100+ degrees in just 10 minutes. Protect kids and animals by never leaving them in an unattended vehicle. They trust you to keep them safe.
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Core prevention strategies are important steps you can take to protect yourself and others from respiratory viruses. To stay informed, visit OK Viral View at brnw.ch/21wVdAz for the latest updates.

Core prevention strategies are important steps you can take to protect yourself and others from respiratory viruses. To stay informed, visit OK Viral View at brnw.ch/21wVdAz for the latest updates.
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Our bodies are about 60% water, and we constantly lose fluids through sweat, breathing, and bathroom breaks. Add an extra glass to your daily routine, snack on hydrating foods, and skip the sugary or caffeinated drinks when you can. Your body (and brain!) will thank you.