Topeka ER & Hospital Expands Access for Military Families by Participating with TRICARE West

Topeka ER & Hospital Expands Access for Military Families by Participating with TRICARE West

Your neighborhood hospital is expanding access to high-quality medical care for the military community. Media Contact Jami NicholsDirector of Marketing jnichols@topekahospital.com For Immediate Release: TOPEKA, Kan. (March 23, 2026) – Topeka ER & Hospital is proud to announce that it is now a participating provider with TRICARE West, expanding access to high-quality medical care for…

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Honoring Our Healthcare Heroes: Certified Nurses Day

Certified Nurses Day 2026 graphic

Today, we celebrate our certified nurses who elevate patient care through expertise, compassion, and dedication. Today, and every day, we proudly celebrate the incredible nurses who serve as the backbone of our hospital. On this Certified Nurses Day, we honor the dedication, expertise, and compassion that our certified nurses bring to every patient, every shift,…

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A Bad Bug Bite: When is it time to go to the emergency room?

Child outside with a bug bite

As warmer spring days draw us back outdoors, learn what signals a problem from bug bites. As the weather warms up and we all start spending more time outside, whether enjoying family walks, spring sports, or watching the kids play in the backyard, we also start encountering more bugs. Most of the time, a bug…

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Can You Get Dehydrated in the Winter?

lady drinking water outside in the wintertime

When temperatures drop, many people are surprised to find themselves feeling symptoms of dehydration. So, the question becomes, can you get dehydrated in the winter? Yes, absolutely. Cold weather doesn’t eliminate your need for hydration, and several winter‑specific factors can actually increase your risk. How is Dehydration Possible in the Winter? No matter the weather,…

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