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Building financial accounts is an important priority for many people moving toward retirement. While those reserve funds grow, financial management experts typically agree it’s important to be patient and not withdraw early.
Read moreFor the past several years, State Sen. Rob Standridge has been urging both the public and private sectors to put “Oklahoma First!” to better promote and support Oklahoma businesses, services and products. As the president and governor look toward opening the economy back up, Standridge is renewing that call. “This has been a priority for me as a Senator—every year, millions of dollars in contracts go to out-of-state companies, when there are many perfectly qualified businesses right here in Oklahoma,” said Standridge, R-Norman. “It’s a simple concept but one that is going to be even more important as Oklahoma begins the journey back to economic recovery. I’m calling on every leader in state government, including our agency heads, whenever possible, let’s put Oklahoma First by contracting with Oklahoma-based companies.” Standridge said moving forward, he would urge policymakers to look at how tax credits or other incentives could refocus on Oklahoma businesses. “Although I have never been a big fan of most state incentives such as tax credits, there is no doubt that Oklahoma taxpayers have generously spent billions of dollars incentivizing companies, many of which were out-of-state. Considering these extraordinary times, and the potentially long road we have to economic recovery, I believe we should consider redirecting our incentives to Oklahoma companies that choose to bring lost manufacturing capability back to our nation and our state,” Standridge said. “I will help in this effort any way that I can because I believe Oklahoma can lead the reindustrialization of America, located in the heart of our nation, to bring manufacturing back home from Asia and around the world.”
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Each year we set aside one day to honor mothers. And each year we struggle to find the perfect gift to show them we care. Cut flowers are one of the most popular gifts. No dusting and maintenance required, and they are sure to generate a smile. Behavioral research at Rutgers University found the gift of flowers had immediate and long-term benefits no matter the age of the study participants. Participants demonstrated true or excited smiles as well as delight and gratitude when they received flowers. They also reported feeling less depressed, anxious and agitated long after receiving the gift of flowers. Floral gifts also helped create connections between family and friends. A hanging basket or container garden is another way to give mom a season of flowers and more. Gardening helps improve health and well-being by reducing stress, lowering blood pressure, strengthening muscles and increasing flexibility.
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While many people are doing their part by social distancing in an effort to remain healthy and protect the community, there are others looking to make a quick buck. Those fraudulent marketers are popping up and promoting various products that claim to help prevent or treat COVID-19, said Janice Hermann, Oklahoma State University Extension nutrition specialist.
Read moreAccording to the National Institutes of Health, there are two types of clinical research: observational studies and clinical trials. Observational studies observe people in normal settings, and during these studies, researchers gather information, group volunteers according to broad characteristics and compare changes over time. Observational studies sometimes help researchers discover new opportunities for clinical trials, which are research studies that aim to evaluate medical, surgical or behavioral interventions. Clinical studies are often how researchers learn if new drugs and treatments are safe and effective. Clinical trials are somewhat routine, though they tend to capture the attention of the general public during public health crises. For example, much attention was paid to clinical trials during the recent COVID-19 outbreak as researchers hurried to develop a vaccine for the novel coronavirus. Cancer researchers utilize clinical trials to advance treatments and as part of ongoing efforts to find a cure for all types of cancer. In the United States, these trials must go through various phases as outlined by the Federal Drug Administration. During these phases, treatments are tested and researchers try to find appropriate dosages while also documenting any potential side effects. A clinical trial must go through three phases before a drug can be approved for use. Phase I: A phase I clinical trial tests an experimental treatment on a small group of people, typically healthy people between the ages of 20 and 80. Phase I aims to judge the safety of a treatment and find any side effects while also determining dosage.
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Read moreOklahoma City- The Oklahoma District Attorneys Council (DAC) announces the Coronavirus Emergency Supplemental Funding (CESF) Program.
Read moreStory by Technical Sgt. Kasey Phipps, 137 SOW, Oklahoma Air National Guard.
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