by Memorial Health System | Aug 7, 2026 | MHS, MHS Community, Pediatrics, Women's Health
If you’re nursing a newborn today, it can feel impossible to imagine what breastfeeding will look like next month, let alone next year. A breastfeeding timeline rarely moves in a straight line, and it looks a little different for every mom and baby. Still, most...
by Memorial Health System | Jul 28, 2026 | MHS Community
Dr. Powell and his daughter Earlier this year, Memorial Health’s Gregory Powell, MD, experienced something he never expected—becoming the patient. Despite having no history of heart problems, Dr. Powell suffered a sudden cardiac arrest at home. His daughter...
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...
