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Core values

- **Addressing Significant Health Needs**: OU Health conducts comprehensive Community Health Needs Assessments (CHNAs) to identify and address critical health issues such as access to care, healthy food, education, mental health, substance abuse, diabetes, and cancer[1][2][5].
- **Support for Underserved Communities**: OU Health serves as a safety net hospital, providing significant charity care and unreimbursed services, particularly to older adults, children from low-income families, and other underserved populations[4].
- **Community Partnerships and Outreach**: The organization engages in various community partnerships, educational events, and volunteer programs to improve health outcomes and promote well-being[1][4].
- **Health Equity and Education**: Efforts are made to close gaps in educational outcomes and promote health equity, which has long-term benefits for the community[1].