The first tribal nation in the U.S. to sue opioid manufacturers, Cherokee Nation is using settlement money to build a culturally competent healthcare system for people struggling with addiction, including a new treatment center opening next year.
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Tulsa’s Hispanic youth struggle to access mental health care. This organization is stepping in.
The Elevate Project launched this spring to provide free bilingual therapy, group counseling, mentorships and more to Tulsans.
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Oklahoma boots just 10 people from SoonerCare as part of Trump Administration immigration review
The state’s Medicaid agency has checked the immigration status of thousands of enrollees flagged by the Trump Administration, finding few eligibility issues.
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Oklahoma attorney general seeks audit of OHCA amid provider complaints over Medicaid managed care
Attorney General Gentner Drummond is requesting an independent audit of the Oklahoma Health Care Authority, which oversees SoonerCare, the state’s Medicaid program.
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Report: Oklahoma health system performs poorly across all racial, ethnic groups
Health research and policy nonprofit the Commonwealth Fund warns that federal cuts and restrictions to Medicaid and the ACA Marketplace could worsen outcomes.
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Tulsa trainer didn’t see Black representation in run clubs. So he started his own.
Dozens of Tulsans gather every Monday to participate in a free run and walk club. Isaac Bennett wants the group to be the center of a fitness community.
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How Tulsa is tapping opioid settlement funds for housing, treatment and hope
At west Tulsa’s Eden Village, funds from a class-action lawsuit against opioid companies are funding case workers and overdose reduction.
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East Tulsa sober living center changes lives along the Mother Road through faith and family
Wings of Freedom opened the Saratoga Sober Living Center on Route 66 in 2024. It houses families looking to rebuild their lives after addiction, incarceration and homelessness.
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Rural areas are struggling to get opioid settlement grants. Oklahoma wants to change that.
Nearly $1 billion in funds to address the opioid crisis will flow through Oklahoma. So far, Tulsa and Oklahoma City have been the main recipients.
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She’s the new leader of the UMA Center. Her vision: Expand beyond east Tulsa.
The nonprofit has served Latino communities since 2020. Carolina Hernandez sees opportunities to connect with Asian Tulsans and other parts of the city.
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When her chronic pain got out of hand, she turned to kratom. It landed her in rehab.
Synthesized 7-OH products have boomed in recent years, advertised as natural pain medicines.
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10th anniversary of Black Maternal Health Week gives doulas a chance to celebrate progress and confront disparities
The 10th edition of the Black Maternal Health Week will culminate in a “Black Mommas Baby Shower” Friday night at Lacy Park.