Health | Delaware Nation

Local Resident Gives To Children’s Health Foundation

PublicRelationsOfficer — Fri, 17 Mar 2023 16:05:26 +0000

Woodward resident Willard Thomas generously donated $25,000 to Children’s Health Foundation.

“I am 88 years old and it would be worth it to be able to help some children. I am very proud to do this donation to help with the children’s cancer research,” Thomas said. “I’ve lived a full life, but have had some heart issues and I wanted to make sure this went to a good place before I pass.”

Children’s Health Foundation improves the lives of children through its support of research, education, and care in Oklahoma.

To date, Children’s Health Foundation has raised more than $155 million to support pediatric health care programs across the state and beyond.

“We are very thankful for Mr. Thomas’s gift of $25,000 toward our Pediatric Cancer Initiative,” said Kathy McCracken, executive director of Children’s Health Foundation. “He is joining the fight against pediatric cancer and supporting the families who are in the midst of a pediatric cancer diagnosis.

“It is our hope that other members of the community would join Mr. Thomas in the act of generosity.”

Thomas’ gift will also be matched by an anonymous donor. To learn more about CHF or to make a donation, please visit www.chfkids.com/donate.

Story by Ashley Berends Woodward News Staff Writer 12/3/2022

Woodward resident Willard Thomas recently donated $25,000 recently to the Children’s Health Foundation.

MIPPA Fall Fest Outreach & Health Walk Event Invokes Healthy Lifestyles

PublicRelationsOfficer — Wed, 21 Dec 2022 16:12:00 +0000

ANADARKO, OK — In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness, Delaware Nation Administration on Aging (AOA) & the Community Health Representative (CHR) joined forces to host a successful Health event for the Fall season, in the AOA building within the Tribal complex, from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM (CST).

The purpose of the event was to inform citizens about the benefits available through Medicare Part D, Low Income Subsidy, Medicare Savings Program & Medicare prevention benefits, and screenings.

Participants were welcome to come and go as they pleased & there were lots of prizes and snacks available to them! Those that completed the 1K Health Walk received a goodies bag and t-shirt! Wanìshi to Wichita & Affiliated Tribes, Lawton IHS, Navigating through Medicare, Cheyenne & Arapaho CHR Program, and everyone who arrived in the name of good health for a fun and educational community event!

By Wesley Boone Public Relations 10/14/2022 | Photos by Wesley Boone

1K Health Walk participants making their lap around the Gold River Casino Parking lot.

CHR Assistant – Seretta Gonzales, AOA Director – Wyndi Caraker, & CHR Director – Ambrea Marshall

Participants receiving health information from the Cheyenne & Arapaho CHR Program

Community Health Representative Health Fair

PublicRelationsOfficer — Wed, 12 Oct 2022 21:45:34 +0000

Delaware Nation CHR is hosting a health fair event this FRIDAY, October 14, 2022, from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM in the Administration on Aging building within the Delaware Nation tribal complex.

Event Includes:

1 Mile Health Walk
AOA MIPPA
Presentation
Flu Shots
DOOR PRIZES
VENDORS

MIPPA Fall Fest Outreach & Health Walk

PublicRelationsOfficer — Wed, 12 Oct 2022 21:29:36 +0000

DELAWARE NATION

Two (2) Miles North of Anadarko, OK

On US Highway 281

In the AOA/CHR Building

WHEN: October 14, 2022 from

10:00 AM – 1:00 PM (CST)

WHERE: Delaware Nation AOA

WHY: To inform you about the benefits available to you through Medicare Part D, Low Income Subsidy, Medicare Savings Program and Medicare Prevention benefits and screenings.

You are welcome to come & go!

Snacks and prizes will be available.

Health Effects of UV Radiation and what causes it?

PublicRelationsOfficer — Wed, 17 Aug 2022 14:03:30 +0000

As pollutants are put into our atmosphere, the ozone layer depletes. This decreases our natural protection from the sun’s harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation. In other words, more pollution, more sunburn. UV radiation can cause major health problems that can last longer after the sunburn disappears. Skin cancer, premature aging, damages to the eyes such as cataracts, and immune system suppression are all health effects related to prolonged sun exposure. The two major types of skin cancer related to UV radiation or sun/tanning bed exposure is melanoma and non-melanoma. Melanoma accounts for more than 75% of skin cancer deaths. The two most common, non-melanoma cancers are Basal Cell Carcinomas (tumors that do NOT spread) and Squamous Cell Carcinomas (tumors that DO spread). To protect your skin, please wear protective clothing, such as hats and shirts that cover your skin, and at least SPF 30 sunscreen. Even if you do not look or feel sunburned, UV radiation is penetrating your skin while you are exposed to sunlight or tanning beds. EPA has a UV Index calculator so that you can see the UV index in your area and can protect yourself and family from harmful prolonged UV radiation.

https://www.epa.gov/sunsafety/uv-index-1

Once at the website, enter your zip code. The website will bring up a hyperlink that shows the UV index in your area. On 7/11/2022 for Anadarko, Oklahoma, it is “Very High” (UV INDEX: 10) and protection from the sun is needed. It is suggested to protect yourself by wearing appropriate clothing, hats, shades, and SPF 30 sunscreen. It is also suggested to seek shade and limit sun exposure from 10am to 4pm. On 7/11/2022 for North Pole, Alaska, it is “Moderate” (UV INDEX 4) and suggests to wear sunscreen and seek shade during midday hours if needed for extra protection.

-By Jaclyn McCasland Environmental Programs Director 7/11/2022 | Photo by Wesley Boone Public Relations Officer