by Memorial Health System | Oct 1, 2026 | Cancer Care, Community Health, Men's Health, MHS, MHS Community, Women's Health
Turning 40 comes with plenty of milestones. Your first mammogram is one of the most important ones. If you feel a little nervous, you’re not alone. Most women wonder what happens, whether it hurts, and how to get ready. The good news? Knowing what to expect...
by Memorial Health System | Sep 25, 2026 | Community Health, Healthy Living, MHS, MHS Community
If your eyes have started itching and your nose will not stop running, you are not imagining it. Fall allergy season is here in Southwest Oklahoma, and ragweed is the main culprit. This scrappy weed grows across Comanche County and the surrounding plains, and it...
by Memorial Health System | Jul 25, 2026 | Community Health, MHS, MHS Community
Summer in Oklahoma means long days outside, but it also means your body is working overtime to stay cool. When temperatures climb, knowing the difference between heat exhaustion and heat stroke can be the thing that keeps a hot afternoon from turning into an emergency...
by Memorial Health System | Jul 18, 2026 | Community Health, MHS, MHS Community
Summer days at the pool or park are some of the best memories your kids will make. But here’s the thing: sun safety for kids matters more than most parents realize. A child’s skin is thinner and far more vulnerable to UV damage than an adult’s. Just...
by Memorial Health System | Jul 9, 2026 | Community Health, MHS, MHS Community
Summer in Southwest Oklahoma means backyard barbeques, ballgames, and long days spent outdoors. It also means more hours under some seriously strong sunshine. That’s exactly why July is recognized as UV Safety Month. It’s a nationwide effort to raise awareness about...
by Memorial Health System | Jun 26, 2026 | Community Health, MHS, MHS Community
There is nothing quite like a weekend under the sun in Southwest Oklahoma. Your family might be packing a picnic for the trails of the Wichita Mountains. You might be cooling off in the clear waters of Lake Lawtonka. Some families simply let the kids run around and...
