In today’s digital world, cyber stalking and GPS tracking are real threats that can affect your safety. As technology advances, so do the methods used to commit invasions of privacy. Apple AirTag is a great example of how useful technology can be used negatively (like to track people without their k
January is National Stalking Awareness Month, a time to pause and reflect on the prevalence of stalking in our daily lives. It’s estimated that 7.5 million people are stalked each year in the United States alone – with women being more likely to be targeted than men. Let’s take a deep dive into why
2023 is here and many of us are looking to make positive changes in the new year, especially when it comes to our health. Creating a healthy New Year’s resolution can be daunting, but with the right tools and guidance, you can achieve your goals. Here are some tips for creating a healthy New Year’s
The holiday season can be a stressful and overwhelming time of year. Between the rush of shopping, family gatherings, festivities, end-of-year projects, and other obligations, it can be hard to find the energy or even a few moments to relax and enjoy yourself. While stress is a natural part of life,
The winter holidays are a time when many people tend to relax and take it easy. But for those of us who like to keep active, it can be tough to find ways to stay motivated during the colder months. Here are some tips for keeping up your exercise routine during the winter holidays:Make a plan: One of
When you do your holiday shopping this year, consider purchasing items through the AmazonSmile program. By adding IHCRC as your designated non-profit, every purchase you make on Amazon.com or inside the Amazon app will donate a small amount to IHCRC all at no cost to you!Thanks to a recent update to
You brush your teeth every day, but are you doing it with purpose? Just going through the motions isn’t enough – you need to make sure you’re brushing correctly in order to keep your teeth and gums healthy. Here’s a quick guide on how to brush your teeth with purpose.How to Brush Your Teeth With Pur
When we hear about the personal and societal costs of domestic violence, it is difficult to comprehend the magnitude of the issue. Domestic violence is a pervasive problem that affects all segments of our society. The direct and indirect costs of domestic violence are staggering.From a public health
It's estimated that every day, around 123 people lose their life by suicide worldwide. That means that every 40 seconds, someone somewhere decides that life is no longer worth living. Suicide is a global problem, and it touches all of us in one way or another. Whether we have lost someone to suicide
As a parent, you want to do everything you can to help your child succeed in school. One important way to help your child is to make sure he or she is up-to-date on immunizations.Immunizations protect children from diseases like measles, mumps, and chickenpox. These diseases can cause serious health
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recently updated its policy statement on breastfeeding and the use of human milk. The revised policy updates recommendations on breastfeeding, highlights special considerations, and notes how pediatricians can support breastfeeding parents.Breastfeeding not o
Don’t let age keep you from being fit and healthy! Exercise is important for people of all ages, but it’s especially important for our elders. Regular exercise can help reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes. It can also help improve balance and flexib
The Fourth of July is a great time to get together with family and friends, fire up the grill, and celebrate our nation’s independence. It’s also a great opportunity to get outside and get active. There are plenty of activities to choose from, so there’s no excuse not to get up and move! If you’re l
For Native Americans, Pride Month is more than just a time to celebrate LGBTQ2S+ culture and history. It is an opportunity to learn more about our rich and diverse cultures, as well as a time to reflect. Despite making up nearly 3% of the U.S. population, Native Americans are often left out of the c
In order to better serve the needs of American Indian youth ages 6 to 24, IHCRC began a redesign and reinvigoration of its youth programs last year. The team noted that while suicide and drug use prevention remain crucial, IHCRC's youth programs must also be designed to address one of the most impor
In spring of 2020, IHCRC's Behavioral Health Department had a waiting list of more than 60 youth. Additionally, staff had begun to recognize the need to offer support for American Indian youth identifying as LGBTQ2S+. A study by Kids Data found that 7.6% of California's Native American youth identif
Tucked away in a hallway rarely traveled by patients or staff are the hard working staff known as Patient Benefit Coordinators. We prefer to call them our unsung heroes. These individuals battle daily to ensure our patients have the health care, services, and insurance they need.A fallacy about Indi
Ten percent of IHCRC's annual patient population are ages 65 and up. Another 1,500 are ages 55 to 64. According to the U.S. Census, 14.2% or 6,387 of Tulsa County's population are Native American ages 65+. Elders in Native American societies play a vital role in the preservation of Indian culture. E
When part of a routine, children can develop relationships with those they interact with during those activities, and it can help support a sense of belonging and self-confidence. As they grow, they will be able to follow routines, begin to demonstrate independence, and more easily adjust to change.
The last two years have been all about separating ourselves from… you know… people. Other people. Those people. Them. As much as I want to believe, still, that pre-pandemic normalcy is surely right around the corner, I struggle with a pragmatic belief that we probably are living our new normal and m