Beckham County Health Department

10/12/2026

Join us Wednesday, October 21st for drive-thru flu shots at the Elk City Convention Center!

No appointment is needed, but registering ahead simplifies the check-in process. Registration opens tomorrow, October 13th, at 8:00 am: https://t.phemr.co/131087SAdaO

Flu shots are available for ages 6 months and up, including high dose for 65+, while supplies last. Bringing a child? A parent or legal guardian must be present, or you must bring written permission.

10/12/2026

Free & confidential resources & support are available if you or someone you care about is experiencing violence in a relationship. Download and print posters in 16 different languages from Oklahoma.gov/health/ipv to spread the word.

Check out GetSafeOK.org for resources to help you understand your options, learn about your rights, and connect with support in Oklahoma.

10/09/2026

💃Let's talk about taking charge of our health! Early detection of breast and cervical cancer is crucial. Oklahoma's Take Charge program offers essential screenings like mammograms and Pap tests at no out-of-pocket cost for eligible women aged 21-64 with limited income.

Don't wait! Take control of your health and spread the word to the women you care about. Call (888) 669-5934 to learn more and apply. Se habla español!

10/08/2026

Adults don’t have to be experts to talk to the young people in their lives about love and relationships. They just need to be askable – which means young people can come to them without feeling judged, fearful or invalidated.

Learn more about how to be an askable adult: https://brnw.ch/21x6h3I.

10/08/2026

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10/07/2026

💤 Baby sleep struggles? You're not alone.
Babies often don’t sleep well. Here’s how to make nights easier—for both of you.

10/06/2026

Did you know that quitting smoking is recommended for survivors? Call 1-800-QUITNOW (1-800-784-8669) or visit the CDC’s webpage for more resources on quitting smoking: https://brnw.ch/21x6cKj.

10/05/2026

Did you know there are things that you can do to reduce your chance of getting ? Ask your doctor about reducing your risk by considering your family history and making healthy choices such as getting regular exercise and not using to***co.

The CDC has helpful suggestions: https://brnw.ch/21x6bvR.

10/02/2026

Sexual health is more than avoiding STIs. It includes consent, communication, respect, testing and feeling safe in your relationships.

Your sexual health matters. Testing, communication, consent and respect are all part of it. One simple place to start? Know your status. Many STIs don't cause symptoms, so testing may be the only way to know for sure. Talk with your healthcare provider about what testing is right for you.

Learn more at https://brnw.ch/21x687g.