Payne County Health Department OK

04/10/2026

April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. Decorate a tree in your community with blue ribbons to raise awareness for child abuse prevention in Oklahoma. Share your Blue Ribbon Tree on social media using and

04/10/2026

April is Cancer Prevention and Early Detection Month! Routine screenings can mean better outcomes for your health—that means more treatment options, more healthy days ahead and more time with the people you love. Learn more: https://brnw.ch/21x1ukc.

04/10/2026

The Oklahoma Rural Health Transformation Program has released its first public grant application for the Community-Led Wellness Hubs: Microgrants program.

Applications are due April 13, 2026.

Learn more: 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.

04/09/2026

04/09/2026

If some of your favorite foods contain added sugars, it doesn't mean you have to cut them out of your diet completely. The important thing is to be aware so there aren't any surprises. Healthy Choices = Prevention and that includes enjoying indulgences in moderation.
Learn more ways choices we make everyday can help prevent Type 2 Diabetes at https://brnw.ch/21x1rZW.

04/09/2026

For more than 150 years, public health has reshaped what’s possible in the United States — adding decades to life expectancy and dramatically improving quality of life. These achievements didn’t happen by accident. They were the result of community health workers, medical professionals, scientists and advocates pushing for policies grounded in evidence.
Yet too often, these once-unimaginable gains are taken for granted. National Public Health Week (NPHW) 2026 invites all Americans to renew their commitment to strengthening the systems, science, and community partnerships that keep us healthy.
This year’s theme — Ready. Set. Action! — calls on each of us to look back at the progress we’ve made and look forward to the steps needed for an even healthier future. Because one truth guides it all: Good health doesn’t just happen.

04/08/2026

Lead can be present in many ways in your child’s environment, from chipped lead paint to drinking water to toys and jewelry. Understanding where lead exposure comes from can help keep your children safe. Learn more about the sources of lead at https://brnw.ch/21x1qd0

04/07/2026

Pinwheels symbolize the joy and happiness of childhood. Planting a pinwheel garden in April for National Child Abuse Prevention Month sparks conversation about supporting families and prevention efforts across Oklahoma.

04/07/2026

Youth are the experts in their own experiences! The Oklahoma Healthy YOUth program believes that giving young people the space and support to lead is a powerful way to ensure that young Oklahomans feel connected to and served by their communities. Our local Public Health Youth Councils are always looking to add new members, so if you or a young person you know is interested in participating, reach out to the Adolescent Health Specialist in your area! For more information or to get involved, visit https://brnw.ch/21x1nT5

04/06/2026

Join us in Celebrating National Public Health Week, April 6 - 12, 2026
As we celebrate, take a moment to recognize how public health has improved our daily lives, safeguarded our families, expanded our life spans, and strengthened our communities.
This week is also a chance to honor the public health workers who show up for us every day — and to advocate for policies and practices that promote good health for all.