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Racial misclassification happens when an individual’s self-identified race is incorrectly recorded on official documents, such as death certificates, medical records, or in dental offices. Predominantly affecting the American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) community, this issue not only erodes the identity of individuals but also significantly impacts the representation and allocation of resources for the community. Learn More UPDATE Register now for the Tribal Public Health Conference 2024 / April 23-25, 2024 More Info Share Tweet Share Email 0 SharesIn the News August: National Immunization Awareness and World Cancer Support Month https://nativenewsonline.net/ | August 14, 2023 This August is National Immunization Awareness Month and highlights the importance of getting recommended vaccines. ... Read More ICWA STANDS! 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WHO WE SERVE The Southern Plains Tribal Health Board () serves the 44 federally recognized American Indian Tribes in Kansas (4), Oklahoma (39), and Texas (1) and reach out to urban Indian health centers in Tulsa, Oklahoma City, Wichita, and Dallas. The serves the largest Indian Health Service (IHS) user-population area in the United States. they have a voice, a very strong voice in indian country that they’re not afraid to use.” -lancer stephens OUR PARTNERS a healthy life is within reach. Help us build healthy futures. donate today A healthier life is possible by improving access to health services, preventative care, and disease management resources for the Southern Plains Tribal Nations and communities. Technical Assistance Needed? The Southern Plains Tribal Health Board Tribal Epidemiology Center is proud to offer technical assistance to tribes, tribal organizations, and urban Indian clinics located in Kansas, Oklahoma, and Texas. 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