by The Mental Health Blogger | Apr 17, 2025 | Oklahoma
Mullin introduces bill to strengthen cybersecurity of 988 Suicide Lifeline U.S. Senators Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) and Kyrsten Sinema (I-AZ) introduced the 9-8-8 Lifeline Cybersecurity Responsibility Act to strengthen the cybersecurity protocols at the 988 Suicide &...
by The Mental Health Blogger | Apr 15, 2025 | Oklahoma
OKLAHOMA CITY – House Speaker Kyle Hilbert announced today the formation of a select committee to review the finances at the Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (ODMHSAS). Majority Leader Mark Lawson will chair the committee for the House and the...
by The Mental Health Blogger | Apr 4, 2025 | Oklahoma
April is Alcohol Awareness Month, a time for Oklahomans to reflect on the significant impact alcohol misuse has on individuals, families, and communities. The National Survey on Drug Use and Health indicates that about 1 in 5 Oklahomans aged 12 and older...
by The Mental Health Blogger | Oct 11, 2024 | Oklahoma
Interim Study: Effects of Harm Reduction Programs The House Public Health Committee heard from advocates for harm reduction supporting an extension of a law passed in 2021 to legalize needle exchange programs in an interim study Thursday. Official News Release...
by The Mental Health Blogger | Oct 8, 2024 | Oklahoma
ODMHSAS to unveil new vision, mission, and strategic plan In recognition of World Mental Health Day, the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (ODMHSAS) will hold a press conference to unveil the agency’s new vision, mission, and...
by The Mental Health Blogger | Sep 11, 2024 | Oklahoma
OK County Commissioner Blumert Appointed CEO of MHAOK Mental Health Association Oklahoma (MHAOK) has named government and community leader Carrie Blumert as Chief Executive Officer. A native Oklahoman, Carrie has spent her life and career supporting individuals with...
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