Improving Native American Health: The Native American Center Clinic in Oklahoma City, 1973-01-01 - 1974-12-31

Item — Box: 32, Folder: 9

Identifier: CAC_CC_003_2_32_9_0049

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The Native American Center Clinic in Oklahoma City was established to provide health care services to Indian people in the area who have experienced poor health care due to various reasons. The clinic, which opened in 1973, offers basic screening, laboratory analysis, immunizations, pre-natal care, and more. It is staffed by volunteer medical professionals and relies on donations for equipment and medication. The clinic is expanding its services, including a pediatric clinic and hopes to provide dental care in the future. Financial support for the clinic comes from various sources, including the American Indian Lutheran Board and the United Methodist Church. The clinic serves low-income patients from various tribal groups in the area.

Dates

1973-01-01 - 1974-12-31

Language of Materials

English

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