Southern Plains Tribal Health Board

The American Institute of Dental Public Health (AIDPH) and the Southern Plains Tribal Health Board (SPTHB) are requesting your participation in a brief survey to assess oral health characteristics among Indigenous U.S. veterans. Through our trusted partnership and community-engaged approach, information obtained from this survey will be used to develop strategies, programs, and resources to improve access to oral health care for Indigenous U.S. veterans. Results from this survey will be applied for direct benefit within the Indigenous community.

There is still time to turn in your Speaker and Abstract submissions for our upcoming Tribal Public Health Conference 2025! Submit your information at the following link: https://hubs.la/Q02T5jZY0 We invite you to submit an abstract for our upcoming annual conference! Our theme for this year is Circles of Wellness: Balancing Mind, Body, Spirit and Community! Showcase your latest research, data, tools, solutions, and cultural knowledge at TPHC 2025. This year’s conference is being held at the Choctaw Casino & Resort in Durant, Oklahoma April 1st-3rd, 2025. All abstracts must be submitted by 11:59PM CST, November 15, 2024.

Speaker and abstract submissions now open for our upcoming conference! We invite you to submit an abstract for the Tribal Public Health Conference 2025! Our theme for this year is Circles of Wellness: Balancing Mind, Body, Spirit and Community! Showcase your latest research, data, tools, solutions, and cultural knowledge at TPHC 2025. This year’s conference is being held at the Choctaw Casino & Resort in Durant, Oklahoma April 1st-3rd, 2025. Submit your information on the following link: https://hubs.la/Q02RXh4c0 All abstracts must be submitted by 11:59PM CST, November 15, 2024.

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The American Indian Health Fund Night is just around the corner! Join us on Saturday, August 24th at the OKC Baseball Club for an evening of high-energy baseball as we face off against the El Paso Chihuahuas. Not only will you witness a thrilling game, but you'll also be supporting a fantastic cause benefiting the American Indian Health Fund. 🎟️ Haven't got your tickets yet? Get them here: https://hubs.la/Q02LZbZy0 Now's the time! Every ticket purchase contributes to this important cause, and as a token of our appreciation, every attendee will receive an exclusive OKC Baseball branded trucker hat. Come for the game, stay for the community, and leave with unforgettable memories. Be part of something special. See you there! #OKCBaseball

Healthcare Professionals: Join us for a crucial training on Safe Opioid Prescribing starting TOMORROW! Gain essential skills in opioid use disorder epidemiology, pharmacology, and the latest CDC guidelines to ensure safe prescribing practices. Plus, learn strategies for culturally competent care tailored to Native American patients. 🗓 Dates: August 21 & August 28, 2024 🕛 Time: 12pm - 1pm (Virtual Lunch & Learn) 📜 CME Provided for Physicians 🎓 Certificate of Completion for All Attendees Don’t miss out on this important opportunity—it's your last chance to register! https://hubs.la/Q02Lj6_30

Data Into Action For Tribes: Introduction to Epidemiology is a new free course designed specifically for public health workers, including those in behavioral health. This course provides a comprehensive overview of basic epidemiology. You'll learn how to access and utilize data from federal, state, and local resources for effective program planning, surveillance, and data-driven decision-making. Key topics include fundamental epidemiology concepts, formulating research questions, understanding measures and study types, interpreting data, and exploring the unique aspects of epidemiology in Indian Country, with a special focus on behavioral health. Join us to strengthen your skills and better serve tribal communities through informed public health strategies. Sign up today! https://hubs.la/Q02LgTmN0

Healthcare Professionals: Join us for a crucial training on Safe Opioid Prescribing! Gain essential skills in opioid use disorder epidemiology, pharmacology, and the latest CDC guidelines to ensure safe prescribing practices. Plus, learn strategies for culturally competent care tailored to Native American patients. 🗓 Dates: August 21 & August 28, 2024 🕛 Time: 12pm - 1pm (Virtual Lunch & Learn) 📜 CME Provided for Physicians 🎓 Certificate of Completion for All Attendees Don’t miss out on this important opportunity—register now! https://hubs.la/Q02Lj8xl0

SPTHB is offering a new free online course! Weaving the Threads of Culture: Working Effectively with American Indians (AI) and Alaskan Natives (AN) is a series of lessons aimed at providing you with the information needed to improve your ability to communicate more effectively with the American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) community in which you work as a health provider, health planner, counselor or however you interact with the Native communities. The course will provide a view of many aspects of American Indian and Alaska Native culture and hopefully remove any stereotypes you may have acquired over your lifetime. Similar to the stages followed when weaving a blanket, a basket or a sash, each lesson will depict a different aspect of cultural competence. Just as all of these actions are necessary for the weaving to be a success, the lessons in this cultural competency course are necessary to help you work effectively with American Indians and Alaska Natives. Visit this link to get more information! https://hubs.la/Q02Lg_HF0

Don't miss out on an exhilarating evening of baseball for a great cause! On Saturday, August 24th, come support the American Indian Health Fund Night at the OKC Baseball Club's game against the El Paso Chihuahuas. This prime Pacific Coast League matchup promises an exciting game and a chance to give back, as a portion of all ticket sales will benefit the American Indian Health Fund. Plus, every attendee will receive an exclusive OKC Baseball branded trucker hat as a keepsake! Get your tickets today and join us for a night of baseball, community, and support! Ticket Sales: https://hubs.la/Q02K0mn60