Visiting pumpkin patches, enjoying campfire s’mores, cheering for Oklahoma football: no one’s autumn to-do list includes getting the flu....

With back-to-school season on the horizon, parents are buying classroom supplies, picking up students’ schedules and preparing paperwork....

One in three adults will experience herpes zoster varicella virus, better known as shingles, the Centers for Disease Control and...

Are you fully vaccinated against hepatitis A and B? A surprising number of hepatitis cases are diagnosed each year, with more than...

School enrollment, spring sports and swimming lesson sign-up are on family agendas this spring. Adding a doctor’s appointment to the list...

Public health measures are often a result of policy decisions at federal, state and local levels. A small margin of votes can alter the...

February’s health focus as American Heart Month reminds us to consider ways to take care of ourselves and those we love. Find resources...

In my role as a pediatrician, I often remind patients of the importance of regular well child visits, which are an ideal time to receive...

Running a weekly COVID-19 vaccine site at my church is a lot of work. It takes a village of staff and volunteers, and I'm incredibly...

Oklahoma is an at-will state for employers, and it is legal for employers to set requirements regarding vaccines. More importantly,...

Vaccinations are not only important for children, but also for young adults. Living in close quarters with other students in shared...

June is National Men’s Health Month, an ideal time to pause and reevaluate your health or have important conversations with loved ones....

Choosing to fully vaccinate your children is the best way to keep them protected from preventable diseases, according to the Centers for...

Fear of needles may give some people pause when it comes to the COVID-19 vaccine. Although a quick needlestick will help protect you,...

By Dr. Sarah Palm The amount and variety of information during pregnancy can be overwhelming. Protecting your baby from day one, though,...

The addition of a new member of the family often brings pride, joy and a houseful of visitors. A baby may not be the only company you’re...

Public health depends on public participation, including personal choices for wellness that also affect our society. From vaccinating...

Vaccines are part of early protection measures your baby needs from day one. Having a healthy start begins with prenatal care, and...

Every person can do their part for public health, a responsibility we share. Vaccination is one way to help bolster societal wellness as...

The holiday season is a time for joy and peace, that “most wonderful time of the year”, when we reflect on our lives with full and...