2013 News Releases
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May
Temporary Vital Records Site Established in Moore
State Health Officials Urge Healthy and Safe Swimming Precautions
Even in a Natural Disaster, Food Safety Must be Assured
Vital Records Fees Temporarily Waived For Storm Victims
Cleveland County Health Department Food Vendor Issues
Cleveland County Health Department – Moore Branch – Schedules Tetanus Vaccine Clinic
Restaurants Seek Direction for Operations After the Storms
County Health Department Fill-in-Blank News Release: _____ Health Department Urges Simple Steps to Assure Safety After Tornadoes Strike
Older Americans Month Focuses on Preventing Falls
Nominations now open for the 2013 ‘Champions of Health’ awards   
Governor Fallin Will Lead Walk for Wellness Today
Protect Yourself Against Hepatitis
State Board of Health Meets Tuesday
Text4Baby Provides Free Health and Safety Tips for New Mothers
County Health Departments Begin Postpartum Depression Screening

April
Nurses Are Recognized During National Nurses Week, May 6-12
New Report Shows 1 in 5 Teen Births are Repeat Births
State Health Officials Stress Caution During Spring Cleanup Activities
Drivers – Stay Focused on the Road
Fill-in-the-Blank News: Nurses Are Recognized During National Nurses Week, May 6-12
Immunize Babies and Toddlers on Time to Prevent Vaccine Preventable Diseases
2013 Award Winners for Child Abuse Prevention Efforts Announced (.pdf)
Public Input Sought for Statewide 5-Year Child Abuse Prevention Plan
Child Abuse Prevention Day at State Capitol 
State Board of Health Meets Tuesday

March
Public Health Works to Confront Health and Safety Threats
Communities Urged to Help Prevent Child Abuse and Neglect
Peep! Chirp! Quack! Health Officials Warn Parents of Salmonella Risk from Baby Poultry
Housing and Health Topics Highlight the OHEC March 28 Meeting 
Prescription Drug Abuse Fast Growing Problem in Oklahoma
State Board of Health Meets Tuesday
State Public Health Agency Among First to Receive Accreditation

February
MEDIA ADVISORY: Certified Healthy Oklahoma Awards Luncheon Tomorrow
Oklahoma Hospitals Work to Be Designated Baby-Friendly
State Board of Health Meets Thursday
Communities Show Support to Prevent Child Abuse, Build a Blue Ribbon Tree for Kids
Governor Supports Allowing Communities to Decide to be Smokefree

January
Oklahoma Hospitals Work to Be Designated Baby-Friendly
Award Nominations Sought for Excellence in Child Abuse Prevention
Tribal Health Issues to be Addressed in Regional Listening Sessions
Certified Healthy Workshop and Awards Luncheon Set Feb. 28
Good Dental Health Starts Early in Life
Public Input Sought for Maternal and Child Health Services Title V Block Grant
Oklahoma Mission of Mercy Free Dental Clinic is Feb. 1-2
Living Longer, Living Stronger with Chronic Conditions
Flu Widespread in Oklahoma – What to Do if You Get Sick         
Fill-in-Blank News Release For County Health Departments: First Flu Death Reported In _____ County
Certified Healthy Oklahoma Annual Award Winners Announced  
Fill-in-the-Blank News Release for Partners and County Health Departments: Local Certified Healthy Oklahoma Award Winners Announced
State Board of Health Meets Tuesday
Fill-in-Blank News Release for County Health Departments: It’s Not Too Late to Get a Flu Shot