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Do food expiration dates really matter?
Trash it or not … how long is it safe to eat expired foods There has been a time in all of our lives when we grabbed something from the refrigerator and noticed the expiration date had passed. Whether it’s one day or a week, we all wonder what this date really means—can we…
The Dangers of Drinking Alcohol While Taking Medication
Learn why you should never drink alcohol while on medication If you have ever taken any medication – prescribed or even over-the-counter – you have heard the saying “do not consume alcohol while taking medication” – but how true is this? Most medications include warning labels that tell us the dangers of mixing alcohol. The…
Emergency Sting, Bite, and Burn Care
What to expect when experiencing an emergency sting, bite, or burn If you spend any time outdoors, especially during the summer months, you know how common stings, bites, and burns are. It is important to use caution when outdoors because you never know how an insect sting, animal bite, or skin burns from a poisonous…
Is too much screen time a cause for concern?
We spend way too much time on our computers and smartphones. Let’s get more active and social! We have been fully immersed in the world of technology, with jobs requiring hours in front of a computer, communicating with our friends and family via social media sites, or streaming our favorite shows for entertainment. Most of…
Avoid Swimmer’s Ear This Summer
Discover how to avoid swimmer’s ear and complications beyond this summer season It’s officially summer which means swimming pools, waterparks, beaches, and all things water fun. Summertime brings fun, but challenges to health can be heightened during this season. Discover how you and your loved ones can avoid swimmer’s ear. Swimmer’s ear is sometimes only…
Am I Dehydrated?
The summertime means sunshine, longer days, outdoor activities, and so much more. While being outdoors is great for the health of the mind and body, it is essential to remember the importance of hydration to ensure you do not become dehydrated. What is dehydration? Simply, dehydration can be thought of as your body not having…
Topeka ER & Hospital brings MeMed BV Diagnostic Technology to Topeka Community
Topeka ER & Hospital is the first ER and hospital in Topeka, KS to adopt the FDA-approved technology that distinguishes viral from bacterial infection in 15 minutes. Media Contact Jami Nichols Director of Marketing jnichols@topekahospital.com For Immediate Release Topeka, KS- May 31, 2023 – Today, Topeka ER & Hospital, a physician-managed hospital designed to provide…
Let’s Have Fun in The Sun
Discover the health benefits of sun exposure and find the safest way to enjoy your time in the sun As families gear up and head to the beach or prepare their backyard BBQ for Memorial Day weekend, it is important to remember that health and safety come first. Discover the healthiest and safest way to…
The Perfect Stitch
When do you need to get stitches, how to care for them, and when to remove them Accidents happen all the time. No matter the age, no matter the place – accidents are expected. Sometimes a simple trip or fall can have a more disastrous effect than a minor cut or scrape that can heal…
The Power of Flowers on Feelings
Discover how the gift of flowers can evoke feelings of happiness and promote well-being Mother’s Day is around the corner, and as you grab some last-minute items to celebrate mom with, you may think flowers are too typical or are something she has received too many times. It’s important to note that flowers are the…