The virtual 2021 Chickasaw Nation Annual Meeting and Festival is underway. CNTV News has been following the daily presentations and events online. See the weeklong celebration by visiting www.annualmeeting.chickasaw.net. This year's annual meeting and festival is held virtually due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Chickasaw Nation health officials say the fight against the virus isn't over. Dr. Daniel Molina, Chief of Research & Public Health for the Chickasaw Nation Department of Health, says that mitigation efforts such as masking and social distance are still necessary. The Chickasaw Nation offers vaccinations free of charge. To learn more, visit www.covidvacine.chickasaw.net.
The Chickasaw Nation has developed a new mobile app for moms called Mom Circle, which shares inspiring and informative health, nutrition and parenting content. Katrina Lewis, WIC Senior Manager for the Chickasaw Nation Nutrition Services, tells Quin about the app's features and tools. To learn more about Mom Circle, visit www.momcircle.com or download the app from the Apple or Google Play app stores.
LifeRx is a health and wellness initiative that's making a big difference in the lives of Chickasaw citizens. People at risk for diabetes participate in the program and learn about nutrition, exercise and healthy habits. One such citizen is Danielle Dameron-Broom, who speaks with Quin about her LifeRx journey and how it's positively impacted her health. To learn more about LifeRx, visit www.chickasaw.net/liferx.
The Annual Virtual Memorial Service was held on September 28 to honor tribal citizens and employees who passed away over the last year. To close the episode, see the remembrance ceremony, accompanied by the music of Chickasaw pianist Zach Garcia.