Pottawatomie County Health Department

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The health department works to prevent disease, promote health and protect communities by providing education on healthy behaviors, injury prevention, protecting the food we eat and assisting in improving access to care. The staff at Pottawatomie County Health Department are licensed or certified within their profession, thus ensuring the quality of care you receive to be safe and appropriate.

Have you ever heard of Children First?Children First is a free program for first-time mothers in Oklahoma that provides ...
05/27/2026

Have you ever heard of Children First?

Children First is a free program for first-time mothers in Oklahoma that provides personal visits with specially trained nurses beginning early in the pregnancy and continuing through the child’s second birthday.

To be eligible, participants must meet the following requirements:
▪️ First-time mother.
▪️ Monthly household income at or below 185% of the federal poverty level.
▪️ Less than 29 weeks pregnant at enrollment.

For questions or to enroll please contact us!

During a disease outbreak, epidemiologists collect and analyze information about who is sick, when they became sick, and...
05/25/2026

During a disease outbreak, epidemiologists collect and analyze information about who is sick, when they became sick, and exposures they may have had before becoming sick to determine where, when, and how each person may have become infected. Then, they translate this information into recommendations for prevention and control measures.

The primary function of the infectious disease epidemiology team is to cover investigations and surveillance across Oklahoma for reportable diseases https://oklahoma.gov/content/dam/ok/en/health/health2/aem-documents/prevention-and-preparedness/acute-disease-service/disease-information/disease-reporting/Reportable%20Condition%20Poster.pdf.

For more information on the field of epidemiology visit https://www.cdc.gov/training-publichealth101/php/training/introduction-to-epidemiology.html?CDC_AAref_Val=https://www.cdc.gov/training/publichealth101/epidemiology.html.

The Oklahoma Rural Health Transformation Program has released a public grant application through a Notice of Funding Opp...
05/25/2026

The Oklahoma Rural Health Transformation Program has released a public grant application through a Notice of Funding Opportunity for the Chronic Disease Management Program.

Applications are due by 11:59 p.m. CT on June 8, 2026.

The Chronic Disease Management Program is intended to fund providers, community-based organizations, and other organizations to implement and/or expand proven models for chronic disease management across rural regions of Oklahoma.

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.

Offices will be closed Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day. Offices will reopen at 8 a.m., Tuesday, May 26. ⭐L...
05/22/2026

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

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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.

Championing your health involves being proactive, making healthy choices, staying active, and taking steps to prevent pr...
05/22/2026

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://oklahoma.gov/okdhs/services/cap/aging-our-way.html

The Oklahoma Rural Health Transformation Program has released a public grant application through a Notice of Funding Opp...
05/21/2026

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.

The power is in your hands to prevent Type 2 Diabetes! Making healthier food choices can reduce your risk. Choose whole ...
05/21/2026

The power is in your hands to prevent Type 2 Diabetes!

Making healthier food choices can reduce your risk. Choose whole grains, lean proteins and plenty of veggies.

Learn more at Oklahoma.gov/health/diabetes.

May is National Adolescent Health Month! It is a reminder that the adults in young people’s lives matter more than we so...
05/20/2026

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.

https://brnw.ch/21x2Fwe.

Are you living with diabetes and having a hard time managing your health?Connect with a Community Health Worker in your ...
05/20/2026

Are you living with diabetes and having a hard time managing your health?

Connect with a Community Health Worker in your community. Community Health Workers are trusted members of the communities they serve and can help connect you to programs, services and support.

Call your local county health department to learn how to connect with a Community Health Worker.

Type 2 diabetes is preventable, and understanding your risk is the first step! Early detection is key to preventing comp...
05/19/2026

Type 2 diabetes is preventable, and understanding your risk is the first step!

Early detection is key to preventing complications. If you have risk factors, it's time to take action. Talk to your health care provider if you are at risk.

Take the risk test and visit Oklahoma.gov/health/diabetes for more.

Are you in need of formula, food, and diapers or know someone that might be? The BabyMobile will be located at Pottawato...
05/19/2026

Are you in need of formula, food, and diapers or know someone that might be?

The BabyMobile will be located at Pottawatomie County Health Department from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. tomorrow, May 20th!

Please share with anyone who may need these services. No appointment required.

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Shawnee, OK
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