Oklahoma recognizes Poison Prevention and Awareness Week: Safety tips and resources

OKLAHOMA CITY - Oklahoma is recognizing Poison Prevention and Awareness Week, highlighting the importance of safety at home and access to life-saving resources. Gov. Kevin Stitt has proclaimed March 15 through 21 as Oklahoma Poison Prevention and Awareness Week, as a reminder that most poisonings happen at home and many are preventable. According to the Oklahoma Poison... Read More.

Oklahoma County reports West Nile virus cases; officials advise on prevention measures

OKLAHOMA CITY, (KOKH) — Health officials in Oklahoma have confirmed two cases of West Nile virus in Oklahoma County. West Nile virus is currently the leading cause of illness from mosquitoes in the U.S. Symptoms of West Nile virus include body aches, joint pains, vomiting, diarrhea, and/or rash. The OKC County Health Department recommends using insect repellent,... Read More.
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Oklahoma Attorney General’s Office hosting Tulsa area human trafficking prevention training

OKLAHOMA CITY  — The Attorney General’s Human Trafficking Response Unit will partner with TAT (formerly Truckers Against Trafficking) to help law enforcement, energy and transportation leaders develop counter-trafficking strategies at a Coalition Build from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Tuesday, June 10 at Northeastern State University in Broken Arrow. The event aims to close loopholes... Read More.

House Adopts Resolution Recognizing April as Child Abuse Prevention Month

OKLAHOMA CITY – The House of Representatives officially recognizes April as Child Abuse Prevention Month in Oklahoma by adopting House Resolution 1011, sponsored by Rep. Cynthia Roe, R-Lindsay. This resolution acknowledges the importance of raising awareness about child abuse prevention and taking collective action to protect Oklahoma’s children and strengthen families. In Oklahoma, there... Read More.

Oklahoma State Department of Health Seeking Input for Development of Child Abuse Prevention Plan

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma State Department of Health’s Office of Child Abuse Prevention is seeking input from private and public agencies, organizations, citizens and consumers to monitor and enhance development of a comprehensive, statewide child abuse prevention plan. OCAP requests input from individuals, both parents and professionals, who can provide feedback by completing a brief,... Read More.
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