Okmulgee County Health Department

11/20/2025

Every step toward better health counts! Within minutes of quitting smoking, your body starts to heal, and the benefits keep growing over time. Whether it’s been 20 minutes or 15 years, your future gets brighter with every smoke-free day.
Call the Oklahoma To***co Helpline at 1-800-QUIT-NOW for free support to start your quit journey today. Learn more at https://brnw.ch/21wXFky.

11/19/2025

Did you know? Viruses like cold or flu don’t respond to antibiotics. Taking antibiotics when you don’t need them can do more harm than good. Protect yourself, your family, and your community by using antibiotics only when they’re truly needed.

Learn More: https://brnw.ch/21wXD4r.

11/18/2025

Think you know the truth about lead poisoning? Test your knowledge!

11/16/2025

11/13/2025

📣 Notice to Our Clients:
Our staff will be attending a training on Friday, November 14, and no clinical services will be available that day.

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to call us. Thank you for your understanding!

11/12/2025

Did you know bats are one of the main carriers of rabies in Oklahoma? People and pets get rabies mainly from bites by infected animals, but there are several ways to prevent this. If you see a bat, do not touch it or pick it up.
Rabies is seen in skunks and in smaller numbers in horses, cattle, cats, dogs and other mammals. The OSDH Epidemiologist-on-Call is available 24/7 regarding rabies recommendations specific to animal bites at (405) 426-8710.

11/10/2025

Offices will be closed on Nov. 11 in observance of Veterans Day. We share our deepest gratitude to those who have served and continue to serve our country, including members of our agency staff.

11/09/2025

Falls happen in preventable ways. Fill out CDC’s Check Your Risk for Falling questionnaire at https://brnw.ch/21wXkYm and talk with your health care provider about fall prevention.

11/08/2025

Congratulations to all of our 2024 Okmulgee County Certified Healthy recipients! Your commitment to creating healthier environments and promoting well-being in your communities truly makes a difference.

For a complete list of award winners by county, please visit: https://brnw.ch/21wXjEF

The 2025 application period has just closed, and we can’t wait to see who will be recognized next year. Thank you to everyone who applied and continues to champion health across our state!

11/06/2025

Did you know that Oklahoma has some of the highest rates of STIs in the nation? Don’t be a statistic. Talk to your health care provider about getting tested today.

11/04/2025

WIC is a vital support system when you need it the most, providing resources, such as breastfeeding support and baby behavior, for new moms and babies.

Visit https://brnw.ch/21wXaVI to apply and learn more about a community that is here for you.