coronavirus
Oklahoma State Health Department to start moving towards “endemic” phase of the pandemic
March 7, 2022
Starting this week, OSDH will discontinue its daily situation updates that monitor the daily case counts. Instead, the OSDH will release data on Thursdays. The weekly report will provide an average based on weekly accumulations.
Sharp rise in COVID-19 cases causing some sports cancellations, Kellyville will pivot some grades to distance learning
January 10, 2022
As of now, Lady Chieftains basketball games against BTW on Tuesday have been canceled.
Hydroxychloroquine purchased by Oklahoma took a detour
April 22, 2021
How did a $2.6 million shipment of hydroxychloroquine meant for COVID-19 patients end up at a pharmacy in Pryor, Oklahoma?
OSDH urges J&J vaccine recipients to contact healthcare provider if certain symptoms develop
April 13, 2021
According to the Oklahoma State Department of Health, Anyone who received the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine within the last three weeks should contact their healthcare provider immediately if they develop severe headache, abdominal pain, leg pain, or shortness of breath. More details inside.
Sapulpa’s controversial mask mandate resolution not likely to be rescinded before it expires
March 18, 2021
An early removal of the mask mandate prior to its May 4th expiration doesn't look likely, but that doesn't mean certain City Councilors aren't trying.
Women are advised to delay routine mammograms after receiving COVID-19 vaccine
March 9, 2021
Radiologists are saying swollen lymph nodes are to be expected on women who have recently received COVID-19 vaccinations.
COVID vaccine available for SPS employees
February 22, 2021
The district has partnered with Med-World Pharmacy to deliver vaccines to its employees on Thursday, Feb. 25, and Friday, Feb. 26.
Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines may prevent infection, not just symptoms
February 22, 2021
The clinical trials conducted by Pfizer and Moderna was to determine safety and effectiveness of the vaccine, did not determine if the vaccines actually prevented infection and not just symptoms.
CDC announces updated guidelines for reopening schools
February 15, 2021
“The science also shows us that K-12 [primary and secondary] schools that have implemented strict mitigation strategies have been able to safely open for in-person instruction and remain open."
Governor Stitt holds press conference to announce next part of Phase 2 of vaccine rollout
February 15, 2021
"The vaccine will be available to Oklahomans with comorbidities as well as educators and school staff. We are one step closer to giving every parent in the state the option to send their kids back to the classroom”