The National Institutes of Health has awarded the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation $2.1 million to investigate a potential genetic cause of degenerative heart valve disease. “Like everything else in the body, heart valves degenerate as we age,” said OMRF cardiovascular biologist Sathish Srinivasan, Ph.D., who received the four-year grant.

The American Red Cross continues to see a concerning trend – blood donations are being sent to hospitals faster than they are coming in. The Red Cross has collected about 50,000 fewer blood donations than needed over the last two months. Donors are asked to make an appointment to give blood now to avoid a looming blood shortage.

Fire donation water challenge: Donations of water, Gatorade, small ice chests, baby wipes and non-perishable snacks are now being accepted at any of the 12 fire departments in Choctaw County. Mountain Fork gospel singing convention will be held at 10 a.m.

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