Absentee Shawnee Tribal Health System

The Absentee Shawnee Tribe continues to monitor the existing COVID-19 pandemic within our community.

Click here for our COVID-19 Information Page.

Announcements

Red Ribbon Week- Prevention Pop Ups

Red Ribbon Week is just around the corner!

Join us for our Prevention Pop Ups at the Little Axe and Shawnee Clinic lobbies!

Wednesday, October 23rd, 1PM-2:30PM – Little Axe Clinic
Wednesday, October 30th, 1PM-2:30PM – Shawnee Clinic

We'll have delicious free popcorn, demonstrations on how to save a life (1:30pm), and free Narcan!

Got Questions? Contact TOR at 405.701.7059

Volunteers Needed – Zombie Run Event

We Need YOU to volunteer at our Zombie 5K/1Mile Run Event!

• October 24th, 2024 – 5PM

• Lake Thunderbird- Little Axe Entrance, Norman, OK

For more information, call 405.701.7977 or email slawerance@astribe.com.

October Public Health Talk- Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month! Join us in learning more about Breast Cancer and other topics!

Shawnee Clinic Talks- 9AM-11 AM
Little Axe Health Center Talks- 1PM-3PM

Public Health Education Health Talks Topics:

Health News

Veterans’ Guide to Vocational Schools and Apprenticeship Programs

If you’re a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces, you may have access to educational benefits through the GI Bill and similar programs. In addition to helping veterans attend traditional four-year colleges, these benefits can also be applied to vocational schools and apprenticeships.

Know Your SoonerCare Options!

Know Your Native Options!

Oklahoma’s State SoonerCare Medicaid program is moving to a new health plan program with managed care network plans called SoonerSelect starting February 2024. Know your options.

Holiday Self-Care Tips

Take some time to take care of yourself this holiday season!

See above for helpful ways to focus on self-care for your overall health and wellness!

Events

2024-2025 Benefits & Resources Event

Join us at our 2024-2025 Benefits & Resources Event!

Thursday, November 7, 2024 – 9 AM- 3 PM.
AST Multi-Purpose Building (2029 James L. Edwards Lane), Shawnee, OK 74801

Get Same-Day Benefits assistance with:

DEA National Drug & Sharps Take-Back Drive Thru Event

Expired prescription drugs/over-the-counter medications and sharps can be dangerous. Here's your chance to dispose of them safely!

DEA National Drug & Sharps Take-Back Drive-Thru Event

Zombie 5K Fun Run/ 1 Mile Walk

It’s that time of year! The Zombie 1 mile/5k is right around the corner – October 24^th, 2024!

Event Location: Thunderbird State Park - Little Axe Area Campground, Norman, Oklahoma

We would love to have you participate as a Zombie, event staff, a walker, or a runner!

Space is limited so get signed up soon! NO SAME DAY REGISTRATION!

Please contact our Diabetes team at 405.701.7977 if you have any questions.

Classes & Meetings

2024 Wellness Warriors Pre-Diabetes Program

Do you have Pre-Diabetes or are at risk for Pre-Diabetes?

Then Join our Wellness Warriors Program!

Starting January 2024, this program gives you:

Testimonials

The quality of care and compassion is above and beyond other health care facilities I have used in the past.

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Graciela F.

Other providers choose not to accept patients with primarily soonercare, and its almost unwelcoming. At the Little Axe Clinic, I don't experience that. The services are excellent and patients are treated with the highest regard.

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Melissa

Good customer service

Very good customer service.

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Anonymous

Dementia Bingo Event

Embark on a Journey of Knowledge: Seeking Hope for Dementia

The Dementia Services grants staff is pleased to announce that we will host a fantastic Bingo Event on Saturday, September 7, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the AST Multipurpose Building at the Absentee Shawnee Tribal Complex in Shawnee!

RFP

The Absentee Shawnee Tribal Health System is announcing a Request for Proposal.

The purpose of this Request for Proposal (“RFP”) is to seek a Construction Management At Risk Firm (“CMAR”) to provide Construction Management services to manage the installation of a new AHU and associated structural, MEP, and interior work on behalf of the Absentee Shawnee Health System; a component unit of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma (“the Tribe”).

Shawnee SameDay Clinic Now Closed on Saturdays

ATTENTION:

The Shawnee Same Day Clinic will now be CLOSED on Saturdays!

Shawnee Pharmacy will remain OPEN on Saturdays from 9AM-5PM for any needed medication refills.

PlusCare Clinic will also remain OPEN on Saturdays and Sundays from 9AM-4PM.

DEA National Drug & Sharps Take-Back Drive Thru Event

Expired prescription drugs/over-the-counter medications and sharps can be dangerous. Here's your chance to dispose of them safely!

DEA National Drug & Sharps Take-Back Drive-Thru Event

Saturday, October 26 – 10AM-2PM
Little Axe Health Center – 15951 Little Axe Drive, Norman, OK

In celebration of National Take Back Day, we are working with the Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics, The Virtue Center, and the OU Southwest Prevention Center to provide a safe way to dispose of unwanted prescription medications.