Student Profiles
Environmental Health Elective
Two OSU-COM students have elected to study environmental health issues, particularly related to lead, surrounding the Tar Creek Superfund site. Dr. Duane Koehler precepted Zoobia Mirza in June and Debra Crawford in August.
This fall, six ORU nursing students will be working on community health service projects with the Ottawa County Health Department and LEAD (Local Environmental Action Demanded) agency.
Health Fair at Comanche Park
OSU-COM second year medical students organized a community health fair at Comanche Park (part of Tulsa Housing Authority). 150 people attended for free question and answer with a physician, free health screenings (hearing, eyes, blood pressure, and cholesterol), and medical information on a variety of health topics. In addition, they offered children's activities and free transportation.
Dental Education at Eugene Fields
Two Langston nursing students discussed dental hygiene with two 5th grade classes at Eugene Fields Elementary School. The 5th graders were given bags with two toothbrushes, dental floss, and educational puzzles and games - all donated by local dentists and POH (a company that makes toothbrushes and dental floss). Extra bags were left with the school counselor to distribute to other students at the school.
Vials of Life
Community Service Project
Participating Students:
- OSU College of Osteopathic Medicine Medical Students
- University of Tulsa Nursing Students
- Oral Roberts University Nursing Students
- Langston University Nursing Students
Objective: To provide 201 residents of LaFortune Towers with “Vials of Life” containers which will include medical history, medications, and other pertinent information needed by EMSA and other medical professionals in case of a medical emergency.
Adoption of LaFortune Towers
The University of Tulsa, Oral Roberts University, and Langston University “adopted” LaFortune Towers. The nursing students offer weekly wellness clinics to the residents. These clinics include medication checks, blood pressure checks, and client advocacy.
