We are proud to bring to the Native American community a new era of healthcare not only in the physical sense - with new buildings and facilities and technology - but in the philosophical sense as well. We are committed to setting in motion a new era of healthcare; one that will redefine the standards by which we have both received care and cared for ourselves.
I love this place. I think it is the best clinic I have been to.
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Shelly
Excellent Services, Wide Variety of Services in one location, Caring Staff and physicians, [and] Excellent Education/ Resources for Native Americans. I would recommend this clinic to others!
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Sonja
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
Visit our new, convenient drive-thru at the Little Axe location for refill drop off or pick up!!
As of January 1, 2012, Oklahoma State Law mandates that a current, state issued photo ID be on file for both the patient and the representative picking up for EVERY fill of ANY controlled medication.
Deliveries of controlled medications will no longer be allowed.
Both Shawnee and Little Axe pharmacy locations fill prescriptions for members of all tribes, but outside prescription orders are restricted to Absentee Shawnee Tribal citizens with established charts.
If you would like to receive a text message to your cell phone when your medications are ready for pick-up, please alert the pharmacy staff and provide us with a current cell phone number.
The following are a few tips to help us be more efficient in our delivery of pharmacy services to you:
As we all know it is a busy and competitive world out there, many people find it hard to find time for physical activities. We all know we need to exercise to be able to maintain good health. Aerobic Dance, Cardio Kickboxing, and Circuit Training at the Resource Center aim to replace traditional indoor exercise equipment with a full body workout that is less time consuming and fun!! Aerobic Dance, Cardio Kickboxing, and Circuit Training are effective total body workouts that last just 45 minutes. These classes offer many benefits:
Visit our new, convenient drive-thru at the Little Axe location for refill drop off or pick up!!
As of January 1, 2012, Oklahoma State Law mandates that a current, state issued photo ID be on file for both the patient and the representative picking up for EVERY fill of ANY controlled medication.
Deliveries of controlled medications will no longer be allowed.
Both Shawnee and Little Axe pharmacy locations fill prescriptions for members of all tribes, but outside prescription orders are restricted to Absentee Shawnee Tribal citizens with established charts.
If you would like to receive a text message to your cell phone when your medications are ready for pick-up, please alert the pharmacy staff and provide us with a current cell phone number.
Are you dizzy? Feel unsteady or have ringing in your ears? Do you have difficulty riding in the backseat of a car? Is it difficult to walk a straight line or balance on one foot? You may have a vestibular problem. These symptoms can be caused by an inner ear problem, pathology in the neck, Menier’s Disease, labyrinthitis or benign parosysmal positional vertigo.
Elders' fear of falling may not be just a fear during the winter months.
As elders prepare for the winter months, sometimes the cold weather can be enough to slow anyone down. Generally, if someone has fallen or injured themselves, they develop a fear of doing it again. While it is okay to fear injury and make yourself aware of your surroundings, what most people don’t realize is they will limit their physical activity more than just increasing their awareness. This in turn can cause you to actually lose your muscles because “If you don’t use them you lose them!” Your risk of falling is increased as your balance and mobility decrease. Some ways to stay active when it’s cold outside is to exercise in your favorite chair at home or exercise at your kitchen counter.
Some Tips for at home exercise:
1.) Tai Chi videos
2.) Use Strength Bands
3.) Chair exercise videos (All available through the Injury Prevention Program)
4.) Practice NOT holding on to furniture and the wall while walking through your house
The Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma held their 70th SemiAnnual General Council Meeting at the AST Little Axe Health Center on November 10, 2012. The Absentee Shawnee Tribal Health System, AST Tribal Programs and visiting health booths had a great time visiting and meeting AST Tribal members and their families, while providing health information and screening. According to evaluation results the Health Fair and Fun/Run Walk was a success. Thank You for the opportunity for allowing the Health Departments and others to share important health information.
AST Fall Health Fair Evaluation Results
Nov 10, 2012
N = 62
1. How would you rate the health fair in general?
a. Excellent = 78%
b. Fair = 19%
c. Poor = 3%
2. Do you plan on making any personal health changes as a result of what you learned today or screening that was provided to you?
Many people are diagnosed with diabetes everyday. When first diagnosed some go through a range of emotions. Some experience anger, denial, or depression, while others refuse to let diabetes define them.
Like everything we set our minds to and try to overcome, diabetes requires hard work and patience. Just ask Cynthia White , Absentee Shawnee Tribal Member, about the changes she has made to help her control diabetes. Here is her story...
Are you at risk for diabetes, have diabetes or know someone who does? Type 2 diabetes is the most common type of diabetes and affects millions of Native Americans. Many people are unaware that they have diabetes or pre-diabetes. Native Americans are twice as likely to develop Type 2 diabetes than others. Some common signs and symptoms include:
