Other Health Issues
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Advance Care Planning FAQ's
Why should you read this NOW? By reading this website (instead of People magazine) you have made an important decision. You are finally ready to think about some hard choices. Why have you decided that today is the day to think about what’s going to happen just before the end of your life? Because if you’re reading this you can still think and you know that life is short. Content Detail
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- Oklahoma Palliative Care Resource Center
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Benefits for Survivors of Active Duty Deaths
A look at survivor benefits for families dealing with a loved one killed in the line of duty. Read More
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- National Military Family Association
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Caregivers Resource List
In fiscal year 2007, OKDHS, Adult Protective Services program investigated more than 17,550 referrals of alleged abuse or neglect. This web site was created to provide resources to help make things easier for both those giving care and those receiving it. Content Detail
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- Oklahoma Department of Human Services Adult Protective Services
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Childcare for Children with Disabilities, including HIV
A fact sheet from the U.S. Deparment of Health and Human Services about discrimination against children with disabilities, including HIV. Content Detail
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- U.S. Dept. of Justice
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Civil Rights FAQ's
General Civil Rights information including filing complaints, procedures, the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and other resources for help. Content Detail
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- US Department of Health & Human Services
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Federal Benefits for Veterans and Dependents
Veterans of the United States armed forces may be eligible for a broad range of programs and services provided by the federal Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). 2009 edition online at this link. Content Detail
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- Veterans' Administration
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- Spanish / Español
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Workers' Compensation Employee's FAQ
Employee Rights and Responsibilities FAQ's Content Detail
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- Workers Compensation Court
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- Spanish / Español
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Advance Directive for Health Care form-Oklahoma PDF
Advance Directive for Health Care form as revised by the 2006 Legislature. Read More
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- OU Health Sciences Palliative Care
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- Spanish / Español
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Disabled Parking Placard and Licencse Plates
A privately owned web site link which provides information on eligibility and application for a handicapped parking placard and license plates. Content Detail
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Emergency Health Care & Child Birth, even if you are Uninsured
This question and answer sheet explains the Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act (EMTALA). In certain situations, EMTALA may require a hospital to treat you even if you cannot pay and are uninsured. Read More
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- Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma, Inc.
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Glossary of Legal Terms
English/Spanish Legal Glossary. Content Detail
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- Minnesota Judicial Branch
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- Spanish / Español
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Health Plan Dispute Resolution Practices
Problem with your managed care plan? This pamphlet guides you through tips for problem solving and what you need to know about health plan dispute resolution practices. Content Detail
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- ABA Commission on Legal Problems of the Elderly
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How to File a Civil Rights Complaint (Health Care Provider)
If you feel a health care provider, or state or local government agency, has discriminated against you based on race, national origin, disability, or age, you may file a civil rights complaint. Content Detail
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- US Department of Health & Human Services
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- Russian / Pусский
- Spanish / Español
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Medicaid Program
If you can't afford to pay for medical care right now, Medicaid can make it possible for you to get the care that you need so that you can get healthy and stay healthy. Content Detail
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- Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
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Powers of Attorney
Information about Powers of Attorney, different types, when to use them, and common questions and answers. Read More
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- Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma, Inc.
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- Spanish / Español
