Links Mentioned On May 12, 2021

Links mentioned during News 9 broadcasts on May 12, 2021.

Oklahoma Aging Advocacy Application Deadline Extended

The application deadline for the Oklahoma Aging Advocacy has been extended to Saturday, May 15.

The program is for those who wish to volunteer for Oklahoma's aging population.

Classes will run from June 9 through November 4.

For more information, Click Here.

Mother Shares Warning Signs Of Meningitis

A mother is sharing the warning signs of meningitis after her toddler was hospitalized with it.

Casi Murray says her toddler Baker has now been diagnosed with type A spinal bacterial meningitis after what started as a double ear infection.

To donate to the GoFundMe for Baker's recovery, Click Here.

OSDH Helping Mothers Battling Post-Partum Depression

It might surprise you: The most common complication in pregnancy is a mother's experience of depression and anxiety after birth.

The Oklahoma State Department of Health wants to give mothers a fighting chance against these experiences.

If you would like more information on where you can find help, click here.

For more background on post-partum depression, click here. You can also call 1-800-944-4773 or 1-971-203-7773 for Spanish.  

Additional information on maternal mental health can be found here.