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Jenny Love Meyer Receives Prestigious Paragon Award
05/16/2012
Children’s Hospital Foundation Champion Honored for Community Leadership Read More
Tulsa, Oklahoma City, Ardmore firms win seven OCAST Intern Partnerships
05/16/2012
Seven applicants, including four private firms and two projects from the University of Tulsa, have been approved for funding under the OCAST Intern Partnerships program. The Oklahoma Center for the Advancement of Science and Technology (OCAST) awarded the winning applicants a total of $191,900. Read More
State Health Officials Urge Healthy and Safe Swimming Precautions
05/15/2012
As Oklahomans gear up for a summer of fun activities on the water, the Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) encourages everyone to observe healthy swimming behaviors as they increase their physical activity and enjoy their leisure time. Read More
Governor Fallin Proclaims May as Asthma Educator Month
05/15/2012
Governor Mary Fallin proclaimed May as Asthma Educator month. This annual Asthma Educator celebration coincides with Asthma Awareness month, which is hosted by the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency), in an effort to raise awareness about comprehensive asthma management and care. Read More
Women’s health a persistent focus at OMRF
05/14/2012
This week officially marks Women’s Health Week, but at the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation scientists are working year-round to address the health and wellness of women. Read More
Guardian Gene Protects Against Colon Cancer
05/14/2012
Stephenson Cancer Center Research May Point to New Way to Assess Cancer Risk Read More
Collaboration yields new ocular disease target
05/07/2012
OKLAHOMA CITY, May 7, 2012 — Scientists now have a clearer idea of the importance of a particular protein in normal eye function thanks to a collaboration by scientists at the Dean McGee Eye Institute and the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation. The research could help improve understanding and treatment of vision-impairing diseases like diabetic retinopathy and age-related macular degeneration. Read More
OHCF recognizes Five Oklahomans as Living Treasures
04/30/2012
The Oklahoma Health Center Foundation recognized five Oklahomans as 2012 Treasures For Tomorrow event on Thursday, April 12. Read More
Health Officials Encourage Safe Handling of Fresh Produce
04/26/2012
As local grocery stores and farmers’ markets stock up on a wide variety of fresh fruits and vegetables during the spring and summer months, the Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) urges consumers to follow safe handling tips for fresh produce to protect themselves and their families from the risk of food-related illness. It is especially important to remember the role of safe food handling of fruits and vegetables that are eaten raw. Read More
OU Researcher Working to Harness Epilepsy in Developing Countries
04/26/2012
Tapeworm in pork meat is to blame for high rate of disease Read More