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young child in the ER with the flu speaking with the doctor
What to know as the “super flu” continues to spread.   As we move through peak flu season, hearing about […]
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Simple Healthy Eating Tips to Start the New Year Strong Eating healthy is one of the most common New Year’s […]
man and woman warm their hands on the heater during the winter freeze
As we go into the mid-winter months, we can expect colder temperatures and an increased likelihood of freeze warnings. Freezing […]
Elf on the Shelf in a bowl of marshmallows
Don’t worry, parents! Discover three festive excuses to give your Elf (and yourself) a holiday break. Parents, we get it—Elf […]
Topeka ER & Hospital Announces Community Screening Event Introducing Advanced Multi-Cancer Early Detection Testing graphic
Topeka ER & Hospital invites the community for onsite testing of the newly implemented Galleri® test, a single blood draw […]
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Simple Steps Parents Can Take to Make ER Visits Less Stressful for Their Little Ones No parent wants to imagine […]
doctor listening to patient's heart
Learn About Holiday Heart Syndrome and Tips to Prevent It Heart health matters all year long, not just during American […]
Mother and daughter trick or treating
Three Simple Ways to Keep Your Family Safe and Healthy This Halloween Halloween is a day many look forward to […]
lady sick on the couch, blowing her nose
As the weather begins to change, bringing colorful leaves and cooler temperatures, it’s common to hear sneezing, coughing, and throat […]
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This Pain Awareness Month, Recognize the Signs That Indicate When Individuals with Common Chronic Pain Conditions Require Immediate Medical Attention […]
woman with itchy bug bite scratching
Discover how tick bites can be more dangerous than you think—and when to seek emergency care. In recent years, warmer […]
mom checking on her sick child
Understanding the Spike in Pediatric ER Visits After School As the school year begins and routines fill up with homework, […]
dad packing child's lunch
Easy Food Safety Tips Every Parent Should Know When Preparing School Lunches As another school year kicks off, families everywhere […]
Family traveling to another city for vacation.
If You Encounter a Medical Emergency While Traveling in Topeka, Here’s What to Do! Life is unpredictable, and this uncertainty […]
in hot weather
Learn Why People with Chronic Illness Face Higher Heat Risks—And What You Can Do to Stay Safe Common advice like […]
Topeka ER & Hospital Marks 5th Anniversary Milestone with Community Celebration at the Zoo
The neighborhood ER and hospital celebrates half a decade of setting the standard for medical care in Topeka and beyond. […]
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Stay Healthy This Summer with Proper Hydration Summer is here, which often means more time spent outdoors enjoying the sun. […]
woman with severe sunburn
Summertime is right around the corner, meaning more time outdoors and more time in the sun. While moderate sun exposure […]
kids in the pool
Understand the Symptoms and Complications That Can Follow Near Drowning As summer begins and families start planning their water activities […]
man injured on the job
Discover some of the most common workplace injuries that require immediate medical attention—and what to do when one happens! Injuries […]