Creek County Health Department

05/28/2026

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths, and about every two minutes, someone is diagnosed with the disease. Everyone can play a part in defeating lung cancer. Take the lung cancer risk quiz here: About The New Low-Dose CT Lung Cancer Screening Test | American Lung Association to determine your eligibility for screening.

05/28/2026

The Oklahoma Rural Health Transformation Program has released a public grant application through a Notice of Funding Opportunity for the Rural Regional Reorientation (RRR) Program.

Applications are due by 11:59 p.m. CT on June 12, 2026.

RRR will provide grants of up to $4 million to eligible clinical and social service providers, either individually or in partnership with one or more entities.

Learn more and apply at Oklahoma.gov/health/RHTPfunding.

This program is supported by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of a financial assistance award totaling $223,476,948.62 with 100 percent funded by CMS/HHS. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by CMS/HHS, or the U.S. Government.

05/28/2026

Championing your health involves being proactive — making healthy choices, staying active, and taking steps to prevent problems before they start. This May, stay engaged in decisions that support long-term health and independence. Learn more: https://brnw.ch/21x2Ud0

05/28/2026

05/27/2026

Even the tiniest ears need a check. If you are concerned about your child's hearing you can get a hearing screening. There are county health departments that can assist with Newborn Hearing Screenings. Check out our county map to find a department near you: https://brnw.ch/21x2Smm.

05/26/2026

Did you know? Many chronic conditions once thought to be a natural part of aging can be prevented or managed through healthy habits like regular checkups, good nutrition, and physical activity. Learn more: https://brnw.ch/21x2QDb

05/25/2026

May is National Adolescent Health Month! It is a reminder that the adults in young people’s lives matter more than we sometimes realize. Support, connection, and encouragement during adolescence can shape lifelong health and well-being. By investing in young people today, we help create healthier families and stronger communities for the future.
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05/25/2026

Offices will be closed Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day. Offices will reopen at 8 a.m., Tuesday, May 26.

Las oficinas estarán cerradas el lunes, 25 de mayo, en conmemoración del Día de los Caídos. Las oficinas volverán a abrir el martes, 26 de mayo, a las 8:00 a. m.

05/25/2026

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.

05/24/2026

Check with your local county health department to find out if classes are offered in your area.