Health Education and Wellness
Satellite Office
1628 S. Main
(918) 382-1281
The Health Education and Wellness Department supports Native Americans in their efforts to adopt healthy lifestyles. The staff assists clients to better understand the nature of disease and how healthy lifestyles and behaviors can reduce disease risks and injuries, as well as the need for acute medical care. Other wellness programs support effective chronic disease management. An integrated approach to preventive care encompasses all services offered.
Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease Prevention
Health education helps clients make lifestyle changes to control their diabetes and cardiovascular disease (CVD). The primary prevention programs provide education and nutritional counseling to persons at risk for these diseases. Secondary prevention activities include identification and screening of high-risk individuals and provision of medications to prevent complications.
Smoking Cessation Class
Are you a smoker? Need the help and support to quit? Beginning January 9, the Health and Wellness Department of IHCRC will be offering a six-week smoking cessation class. Classes will be held at IHCRC's satellite office located at 1630 S. Main from 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM. For more information please contact Clayton Tselee at (918) 588-1900 ex. 2244. This smoking cessation program tailored to the needs of Native American people. All ages participate in cessation programs, including youth, pregnant women, adults and elders. Native American families become healthier by reducing the exposure of babies, children and youth to second-hand smoke in the home and community, and by reducing the number of nicotine-related illnesses among elders and adults.
Traditional Ties Tobacco Cessation Program
(918) 588-1900, extension 2244