Mental health lies at the heart of personal and political issues across Oklahoma. Here’s what journalists and practitioners had to say about what lies ahead.
Category: Health
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‘Just pray about it’: Black Tulsans move to break social stigma surrounding mental health
Black Americans have often turned to churches and faith leaders for mental health support. These Tulsans are encouraging their peers to consider other treatment options, too.
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Letter from the editor: Why we decided to explore Oklahoma’s mental health crisis
The latest issue of Snapshot digs into how funding cuts, immigration headlines, substance abuse and other issues are shaping the mental health of Tulsans and Oklahomans.
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New avenues are opening for Black Tulsans to seek mental health treatment
Tulsa companies and counselors are creating spaces for Black clients to discover a safe space and work through mental health challenges.
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Tulsa’s allergy season is getting shorter, but more intense
The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America’s 2026 report found Tulsa the third-most challenging city to live in for people with a pollen allergy.
Posted inNorth Tulsa
North Tulsa group expands fight against diabetes with help of $17M grant
FreshRx Oklahoma says its program has helped save the state $9 million in costs by helping change the lifestyle of people with health issues.
Posted inYour Money
More SNAP changes are here. Here’s what you can and can’t buy with Oklahoma food stamps.
The state is implementing new restrictions on soft drinks and candy Feb. 15. That means thousands of items cannot be purchased with SNAP benefits.
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There may be more pros than cons to paying with cash for medical procedures in Oklahoma
A retired surgeon has a guide to navigating costs at 15 Tulsa hospitals. Here’s what it could mean for you.
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Tulsa mobile paternity testing clinic is helping Creek Freedmen prove their lineage
After a court ruling opened the door for Freedmen to become Muscogee (Creek) Nation citizens, Meghan Scott took to the open road to help descendants.
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Tulsa hopes sending mental health pros to 911 calls will save lives. We rode along.
Specialized teams trained by therapists help Tulsans in crisis access resources. Here’s an up-close look at how it works on the ground.
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Flu cases in Tulsa are rising and show little signs of slowing down
Health officials say it’s still a good idea to get the flu vaccine, even as the new subvariant may make it less effective.
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Healthy meals, healthy families: Beyond Bars offers both to girls with incarcerated parents
Through Girl Scouts’ Beyond Bars program, Oklahoma families get the support they need — logistically and emotionally.