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Surprise health inspections at Oklahoma County jail are allowed, rules Oklahoma Supreme Court
Amanda Siew
The Oklahoma State Health Department can conduct surprise inspections of the Oklahoma County Detention Center, according to a Wednesday ruling from the Oklahoma Supreme Court. The high court's decision ends a nearly year-long battle between the health department and the Oklahoma County Criminal Justice Authority over the troubled facility.
Heartland Medical issue no confidence vote in State Health Department leadership
Destini Pittman
The Heartland Medical Direction sent a letter, on behalf of EMS agency directors, to Gov. Kevin Stitt and other state leaders Friday to express a vote of no confidence in the leadership of the EMS and Trauma Divisions within the Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH).
Oklahoma Co. Jail Could Face Daily $10,000 Fines For Barring State Inspectors
Storme Jones
The Oklahoma State Health Department is beefing up its legal response after being denied entry into the Oklahoma County Jail twice for routine inspections. If jail officials refuse to comply with Reed’s order, they could be setting themselves up to be fined. According to the Oklahoma administrative code, it could be up to $10,000 for every day they don’t allow inspectors in.
State Health Commissioner 'Deeply Concerned' After Inspectors Barred From Entering Oklahoma Co. Jail
Storme Jones
Oklahoma State Health Department Inspectors claim they’re being locked out of the Oklahoma County Jail and unable to complete annual inspections required by state law.
Oklahoma Attorney General Sues HHS, Biden Administration Over Title X Grant Suspension
News On 6
Oklahoma's Attorney General Gentner Drummond filed a lawsuit on Monday against the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services after it suspended a family planning grant to the Oklahoma State Department of Health
Hot Seat: Health Commissioner Keith Reed
Scott Mitchell
News 9 political analyst Scott Mitchell was joined in The Hot Seat by Health Commissioner Keith Reed, and the two discussed future plans for the Oklahoma State Department of Health.
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OSDH Removes Some Red Tape Amidst RSV Surge To Make Room For Pediatric Patients
Brittany Toolis
The backlog is not related to COVID-19, but respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). Health officials said the virus is in the middle of an early surge in Oklahoma and metro hospitals are feeling the brunt of it.
OSDH Removes Some Red Tape Amidst RSV Surge To Make Room For Pediatric Patients
Brittany Toolis
The backlog is not related to COVID-19, but respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). Health officials said the virus is in the middle of an early surge in Oklahoma and metro hospitals are feeling the brunt of it.
Oklahoma County Detention Center Faces $350,000 Fine, Appeals Health Department Order
Barry Mangold
The state health department ordered the Oklahoma County Detention Center to pay a fine for repeat health violations.
Oklahoma County Detention Center Faces $350,000 Fine, Appeals Health Department Order
Barry Mangold
The state health department ordered the Oklahoma County Detention Center to pay a fine for repeat health violations.
OSDH: Senate Confirms Keith Reed As Oklahoma Commissioner Of Health
News 9
After serving interim duties for the Oklahoma State Department of Health, the Senate has confirmed Keith Reed as the Oklahoma Commissioner of Health.
OSDH: Senate Confirms Keith Reed As Oklahoma Commissioner Of Health
News 9
After serving interim duties for the Oklahoma State Department of Health, the Senate has confirmed Keith Reed as the Oklahoma Commissioner of Health.
Nomination Of Keith Reed For Health Commissioner Receives Bipartisan Support
News 9
The current interim health commissioner is moving closer to getting the job on a permanent basis.
Nomination Of Keith Reed For Health Commissioner Receives Bipartisan Support
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The current interim health commissioner is moving closer to getting the job on a permanent basis.
Senate Public Health Committee Unanimously Advances Nomination Of Keith Reed As Health Commissioner
Storme Jones
Lawmakers are poised to approve the seventh leader of the State Health Department under Gov. Kevin Stitt.
Senate Public Health Committee Unanimously Advances Nomination Of Keith Reed As Health Commissioner
Storme Jones
Lawmakers are poised to approve the seventh leader of the State Health Department under Gov. Kevin Stitt.
Governor Stitt Appoints Keith Reed As State Commissioner Of Health
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Governor Kevin Stitt announced Thursday the appointment of Keith Reed to serve as State Commissioner of Health.
Governor Stitt Appoints Keith Reed As State Commissioner Of Health
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Governor Kevin Stitt announced Thursday the appointment of Keith Reed to serve as State Commissioner of Health.
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Hundreds Of Flags At State Capitol For Child Abuse Prevention Month
Jordan Ryan
Hundreds of flags will be planted on the State Capitol lawn Thursday to bring awareness to nearly 15,000 cases of child abuse and neglect in Oklahoma over the last year.
Hundreds Of Flags At State Capitol For Child Abuse Prevention Month
Jordan Ryan
Hundreds of flags will be planted on the State Capitol lawn Thursday to bring awareness to nearly 15,000 cases of child abuse and neglect in Oklahoma over the last year.
Variant Sequencing In Okla. Shows Omicron, Delta Mix, OSDH Says
LeighAnne Manwarren
The variant sequencing in Oklahoma shows a mix of the Omicron and Delta variants from specimens taken over the holidays, the state health department said.
Variant Sequencing In Okla. Shows Omicron, Delta Mix, OSDH Says
LeighAnne Manwarren
The variant sequencing in Oklahoma shows a mix of the Omicron and Delta variants from specimens taken over the holidays, the state health department said.
OSDH Gives Update Ahead Of Thanksgiving Weekend
Erica Rankin
The State Department of Health is set to hold a press conference today at 1 p.m. Several health officials will be on the call including the Interim Commissioner of Health, Keith Reed.
OSDH Gives Update Ahead Of Thanksgiving Weekend
Erica Rankin
The State Department of Health is set to hold a press conference today at 1 p.m. Several health officials will be on the call including the Interim Commissioner of Health, Keith Reed.
OSDH Opens Up COVID Vaccination Plan To Include All Oklahomans Starting On Monday
News 9
The state's COVID vaccination plan is opening up to Phase 4 on Monday, the Oklahoma State Department of Health announced.
OSDH Opens Up COVID Vaccination Plan To Include All Oklahomans Starting On Monday
News 9
The state's COVID vaccination plan is opening up to Phase 4 on Monday, the Oklahoma State Department of Health announced.
OSDH: COVID-19 Vaccine Open To More Oklahomans Come Monday
Ryan Welton
A COVID-19 vaccine will be available to anybody in any category of Phase 1 or Phase 2 of the vaccine rollout, state health leaders announced Friday.
OSDH: COVID-19 Vaccine Open To More Oklahomans Come Monday
Ryan Welton
A COVID-19 vaccine will be available to anybody in any category of Phase 1 or Phase 2 of the vaccine rollout, state health leaders announced Friday.
OSDH: Mega POD Put On Hold After Miscommunication Of Where Vaccine Supply Would Come From
Erica Rankin
In the Oklahoma State Department of Health’s vaccine update Tuesday, the Deputy Commissioner of Health Keith Reed said the Mega POD from FEMA has been put on hold for the time being.
OSDH: Mega POD Put On Hold After Miscommunication Of Where Vaccine Supply Would Come From
Erica Rankin
In the Oklahoma State Department of Health’s vaccine update Tuesday, the Deputy Commissioner of Health Keith Reed said the Mega POD from FEMA has been put on hold for the time being.
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Federal lawsuit filed two years after deadly Choctaw shooting
Haley Hetrick
Demetrize Carter, the man shot by police during the 2023 Choctaw High School football game shooting, has filed a federal lawsuit claiming his constitutional rights were violated because he posed no threat when an officer shot him.
Federal lawsuit filed two years after deadly Choctaw shooting
Haley Hetrick
Demetrize Carter, the man shot by police during the 2023 Choctaw High School football game shooting, has filed a federal lawsuit claiming his constitutional rights were violated because he posed no threat when an officer shot him.
OKC Memorial Marathon 2026 registration opens Tuesday
Brandon Coons
Registration officially opens Tuesday, Aug. 26 for the 2026 OKC Memorial Marathon.
OKC Memorial Marathon 2026 registration opens Tuesday
Brandon Coons
Registration officially opens Tuesday, Aug. 26 for the 2026 OKC Memorial Marathon.
OKC family demands accountability after 16-year-old critically injured in hit-and-run
Deanne Stein
Police say Princess Landa was leaving a house party west of downtown Oklahoma City on August 8 when 18-year-old Jaime Lopez backed over her with his truck and drove off.
OKC family demands accountability after 16-year-old critically injured in hit-and-run
Deanne Stein
Police say Princess Landa was leaving a house party west of downtown Oklahoma City on August 8 when 18-year-old Jaime Lopez backed over her with his truck and drove off.
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Federal lawsuit filed two years after deadly Choctaw shooting
Haley Hetrick
Demetrize Carter, the man shot by police during the 2023 Choctaw High School football game shooting, has filed a federal lawsuit claiming his constitutional rights were violated because he posed no threat when an officer shot him.
OKC Memorial Marathon 2026 registration opens Tuesday
Brandon Coons
Registration officially opens Tuesday, Aug. 26 for the 2026 OKC Memorial Marathon.
OKC family demands accountability after 16-year-old critically injured in hit-and-run
Deanne Stein
Police say Princess Landa was leaving a house party west of downtown Oklahoma City on August 8 when 18-year-old Jaime Lopez backed over her with his truck and drove off.
Police: No evidence of active shooter at University of Arkansas library
News On 6
Police at the University of Arkansas say they found no evidence of gunfire or injuries after reports of an active shooter at the campus library Monday afternoon.
Police respond to stabbing near Edmond Santa Fe High School
Destini Pittman
Edmond police responded to a non-serious stabbing near Santa Fe High School.
What are the best treatments for dark spots on skin?
Graham Dowers
Dr. Lacey Anderson explains how to treat and prevent skin dark spots, from over-the-counter products to professional dermatology procedures.
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