General Health Information/Services
National Resources
- American Diabetes Association
- American Heart Association
- American Lung Association
- Asthma and Allergy Foundation
- Cancer.gov
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- Familydoctor.org
- Healthfinder.gov
- Mayo Clinic
- Medical Library Association
- Medline Plus
- National Cancer Institute
Local Resources
- 211: 211 Oklahoma offers easy access to information and referrals to community services for those who need help and those who provide help. You can call 211 or visit them online.
- Oklahoma County Health Department
- Oklahoma Department of Rehabilitative Services
- Oklahoma Healthcare Authority: Sooner Care
- Oklahoma State Department of Health
- OSDH Charitable and Free Clinics Guide
Mental Health
National Resources
- Psychology Today's Find a Therapist
- Find a Therapist on GoodTherapy.org
- National Alliance on Mental Health-NAMI
- National Institute of Mental Health
- The National Queer and Trans Therapist of Color Network
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
- Trevor Project
Local Resources
Dental/Vision/Hearing
National Resources
- American Dental Association
- American Foundation for the Blind
- MedLine Plus-Eye Diseases
- National Eye Institute
- Women’s Eye Health.org
Local Resources
- Dean A. McGee Eye Institute
- Oklahoma Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped
- Oklahoma Lions Eye Bank
- OKDRS Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services
- OKDRS Visual Services
- OSDH Charitable and Free Clinics Guide
Food and Nutrition
Local Resources
- Apply for SNAP benefits, WIC, the Oklahoma School Breakfast and Lunch Program, and more at OKDHS Live
- Find nearby Food Pantries
- Learn about Nutrition and Family Consumer Sciences with the Oklahoma County Extension Service
- Oklahoma City County Health Department
- Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma
LGBTQ2S+ Health
National Resources
- National LGBT Health Education Center
- The National Queer and Trans Therapist of Color Network
- Trevor Project
Local Resources
- Adolescent Medicine (OU Medicine) Roy G. Biv Program
- Expressions Community Center
- OU Medicine LGBT Health Information & Services
- Planned Parenthood
- Trust Women
Men’s Health
National Resources
Local Resources
Native Americans
National Resource
Local Resources
Parenting & Kids
National Resources
- American Academy of Pediatrics
- National Institute of Child Health and Human Development
- Nemours-Kidshealth
Local Resources
- The Children’s Hospital at OU Medicine
- Early Birds of Smart Start Central Oklahoma
- Family Expectations
- Infant Crisis Services
- Rainbow Fleet Child Care Resource and Referral
Senior Health
National Resources
- American Geriatrics Society-Healthy in Aging
- Centers for Disease Control’s Center on Healthy Aging
- The Family Caregiver Alliance
- National Institute on Aging: Health Information
Local Resources
Veterans
National Resource
Local Resource
Women’s Health
National Resources
- The American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists
- US Department of Health and Human Services – Office of Women’s Health
Local Resources
Upcoming Health and Wellness Events
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Library Branch:
Southern Oaks Library
Room:
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:
The Intermediate Tai Chi class teaches participants ways to improve their overall mind, body and spirit through a series of slow continuous movements. Beginners Tai Chi or previous Tai Chi experience is helpful.
This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Kid Questions, Doc Answers: Meet Future Pediatricians
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Birth-PreK,
Kids
Belle Isle Library
Library Branch:
Belle Isle Library
Room:
Meeting Room B (Belle Isle)
Age Group:
Birth-PreK,
Kids
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting,
Health & Wellness
Event Description:
Curious about your child's growth and well-being? Join us at the library for an informative Q&A session with pediatric residents. Get expert insights on child development, health, and behavior in a casual, friendly environment.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Library Branch:
Southern Oaks Library
Room:
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:
Join Hope Community Services as they discuss what makes a relationship healthy.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Library Branch:
Midwest City Library
Room:
Forum (Midwest City)
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Event Description:
Total Wellness is a FREE interactive weight loss for adults to help prevent diabetes and heart disease. Classes meet for eight weeks. The goal of the class is for everyone to lose 5% of their body weight and become more active.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Library Branch:
Almonte Library
Room:
Offsite (Almonte)
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Cultural Experiences,
DIY & Hobbies,
Health & Wellness
Event Description:
Making crafts to let the creative spirit flow.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Library Branch:
Southern Oaks Library
Room:
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies,
Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:
Exercise while having fun! Let's learn to line dance at the library. Learn basic, and advanced dance steps with dance instruction Gene Fowler. Enjoy a social activity, and get great exercise. No experience necessary.