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A women is being checked for fitment of new glasses.

Assistance with eyeglasses, dentures and hearing aids is available to tribal members nationwide

If you use eyeglasses, dentures or hearing aides the Choctaw Nation may be able to help you through the EDH program.

Several different types of lentils on a table.

Lentils: The tiny legumes packed with big health benefits

Lentils, an ancient and nutritious legume, offer health benefits such as brain protection and cancer prevention, making them a versatile and affordable meat alternative.

A sick woman sitting on the sofa with her feet up, blowing her nose and sneezing with tissue and handkerchief.

With respiratory illnesses on the rise, CNHSA and CDC urge public to take precautions

With respiratory illness season in full swing, health experts urge the public to implement prevention strategies to help keep themselves and others safe.

A large group of people applaud as a ribbon is cut for a grand opening.

A healthy nation is a strong nation, Choctaw Nation prioritizes the health on the reservation

Looking back at 2024, the health of tribal members was a top priority for the Choctaw Nation.

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Healthy Living Tent at Labor Day

The Healthy Living Tent has been a welcomed site for many years at the Choctaw Nation Labor Day Festival. Check out at 2024 tent.

Mosquito on arm biting someone

Don’t let the bite get you down

The Choctaw Nation has begun a mosquito surveillance program with support from the Centers for Disease Control.

Secondary stage syphilis sores (lesions) on the palms of the hands.

Sexually transmitted infections still a cause for concern

We debunk several common misconceptions about STIs and provide information on how to get a free, at-home STI test kit.

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