Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS)
The Oklahoma Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) is a survey that helps the Oklahoma State Department of Health understand health behaviors and needs across Oklahoma. The results help inform certain data reports and can help guide the state on where health services and programs are needed most.
If you receive a call from the Oklahoma State Department of Health asking about your health and health practices, it’s a legitimate call and may be part of the Oklahoma BRFSS survey.
Your answers are confidential. The survey helps us learn about the health of adults in Oklahoma and does not connect your answers to personal details in reports.
What is BRFSS?
The Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) is a national health survey led by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). It collects information from adults about their health, health habits, chronic health conditions and use of preventive care.
All 50 states, the District of Columbia and three U.S. territories take part. Each year, BRFSS completes more than 400,000 interviews with adults, making it the world's largest ongoing health survey system.
How do I know the call is not a scam?
The call will come from (405) 521-2122, and your caller ID may display “State of Oklahoma.” The caller will identify themselves as calling from the Oklahoma State Department of Health. You may also receive a letter before the call letting you know you have been selected for the survey.
What information is collected?
The survey asks about your health, health conditions and health habits. We will not ask for your name, address, financial information or other identifying personal details. However, we will ask some questions about you, such as your age, sex, race, ethnicity and ZIP code.
Who will receive the call?
The survey is for adults ages 18 and older who live in a private home or college housing. Participants are contacted by landline or cell phone. All phone numbers are randomly selected and kept separate from survey responses.
Do I have to take the survey?
Taking part in the survey is your choice. We encourage you to participate, but you do not have to.
How long does it take?
The survey usually takes about 25 minutes to complete, but the time may vary.
Contact Information
Have questions or concerns about taking part in the survey?
Email: JibinG@health.ok.gov
Phone: (405) 426-8021
