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How to Identify a Sprain vs. a Strain vs. a Fracture (9/1/2026) - This fall sports season, learn how to recognize the signs of a sprain, strain, or fracture and when it’s time to seek emergency medical care. The Fall season not only brings cooler temperatures and changing leaves, but also marks the return of school sports and recreational leagues. Whether your student athlete is heading back to…
Get a Healthy Start Back to School (8/14/2026) - Parents – ensure your little ones head back to school healthy! The start of a new school year can be exciting! However, preparing for your kids to return to school means more than just school supplies shopping and registering for class. You want to ensure this school year is your child’s best year yet. For…
What You Need to Know About Heat-Related Illnesses (7/30/2026) - Discover how to protect yourself and your loved ones when the heat is unbearable. During the summer months, making outdoor plans can be challenging. Is it safe to spend hours completing yard work? Is it safe to attend a birthday party in the local park? The potential health risks of overheating are an extreme cause…
Emergency Sting, Bite, and Burn Care (7/16/2026) - When to Seek Emergency Care for a 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, bug bite, or skin burn may react with…
Signs to Look for During the Current Stomach Parasite Outbreak (7/15/2026) - Discover the Most Common Symptoms of Cyclosporiasis, The Illness Often Referred to as the “Explosive Diarrhea” Infection As cases of stomach parasite infections continue to increase across the country, linked to contaminated food items commonly found in grocery stores, you may be concerned about what this means for you and your loved ones. The best…
Topeka ER & Hospital to Celebrate Sixth Anniversary with Community Event at Topeka Zoo (7/8/2026) - Media Contact Jami NicholsDirector of Marketing jnichols@topekahospital.com For Immediate Release: TOPEKA, Kan. (July 8, 2026) — Topeka ER & Hospital will celebrate its sixth anniversary of providing emergency, inpatient, and outpatient care with a family-friendly community event on Saturday, July 11, at the Topeka Zoo from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Topeka ER & Hospital is providing…
Why Now Is the Perfect Time to Schedule Imaging and Lab Testing (6/26/2026) - Make the most of summer with a mid-year health reset with advanced testing. Summertime often brings longer days, more flexible schedules, and time set aside for rest and travel. During this season, many people find it easier to focus on things they’ve been putting off, including staying on track with their health through recommended laboratory…
Give the Gift of Health This Father’s Day (6/18/2026) - Show support for your father or the father figures in your life by acknowledging the importance of men’s mental health and protecting their well-being. Father’s Day is a time to celebrate the fathers and father figures in our lives and show appreciation for everything they do. This year, go beyond the typical Father’s Day gift…
Stay Safe and Healthy During Summer Storm Season (6/2/2026) - Emergency Preparedness Tips for Health During Severe Summer Weather As we prepare to move into the summer season, we can expect more time spent outdoors, rising temperatures, and, unfortunately, an increased risk of severe weather, including heavy storms and tornadoes. Severe weather conditions can be dangerous, especially for older adults, children, and individuals with chronic…
Stay Safe and Healthy in Freezing Temperatures
As we go into the mid-winter months, we can expect colder temperatures and an increased likelihood of freeze warnings. Freezing temperatures can be dangerous, especially for older adults, children, and people with chronic medical conditions. Preparing ahead of time and knowing when it may be necessary to seek emergency care during freeze warnings can help…
Top 3 Creative and Fun Excuses to Use an Elf on the Shelf Doctor’s Note!
Don’t worry, parents! Discover three festive excuses to give your Elf (and yourself) a holiday break. Parents, we get it—Elf on the Shelf can be just as exhausting as it is magical, especially during the busy holiday season. But don’t stress, we’ve got the perfect excuse for you to take a break! Download your Elf…
Topeka ER & Hospital Announces Community Screening Event Introducing Advanced Multi-Cancer Early Detection Testing
Topeka ER & Hospital invites the community for onsite testing of the newly implemented Galleri® test, a single blood draw that screens for signals associated with more than 50 types of cancer. Media Contact Jami NicholsDirector of Marketing jnichols@topekahospital.com For Immediate Release: TOPEKA, Kan. (Dec. 8, 2025) – Topeka ER & Hospital, a leader in…
How to Prepare Your Child for an Emergency Room Visit
Simple Steps Parents Can Take to Make ER Visits Less Stressful for Their Little Ones No parent wants to imagine taking their child to the emergency room. But accidents and sudden illnesses can happen at any time. Being prepared can make the experience less frightening for both you and your child. From sudden fevers to…
Keep Your Heart Healthy This Holiday Season
Learn About Holiday Heart Syndrome and Tips to Prevent It Heart health matters all year long, not just during American Heart Month. As we approach the holidays, it’s important to remember that this joyful time can also bring extra strain on the heart, with studies showing that heart-related problems often increase during the winter months,…
No Tricks, Just Treats! Tips for a Healthy and Safe Halloween
Three Simple Ways to Keep Your Family Safe and Healthy This Halloween Halloween is a day many look forward to each year. Before you and your loved ones head out for a night of spooktacular fun—dressing up in costumes, going door to door for candy, and attending parties—take a few moments to plan ahead. A…
How to Tell the Difference Between a Cold, the Flu, or Allergies This Fall
As the weather begins to change, bringing colorful leaves and cooler temperatures, it’s common to hear sneezing, coughing, and throat clearing all around. But what do these symptoms really mean? Could it be a cold, the flu, or seasonal allergies? It’s not always easy to tell. While these three conditions often share similar symptoms and…
When a Fever Means You Should Go to the ER
What You Need to Know About Fevers This Cold and Flu Season As fall arrives, so does cold and flu season, and with it, a rise in fevers and other common symptoms of seasonal illness. Fever is one of the body’s natural responses to infection, but not all fevers should be treated the same. So…
When Chronic Pain Becomes a Medical Emergency
This Pain Awareness Month, Recognize the Signs That Indicate When Individuals with Common Chronic Pain Conditions Require Immediate Medical Attention Describing pain and fully explaining how you feel can be challenging, even when speaking to a physician. For those with chronic pain, especially due to a diagnosed illness, the feeling of “suffering” may become so…
Tick Bites Can Turn Dangerous Fast — Learn When to Go to the ER
Discover how tick bites can be more dangerous than you think—and when to seek emergency care. In recent years, warmer weather has extended well beyond traditional seasonal patterns. As a result, outdoor activities now continue into months that were once cooler and less active. This combination of shifting climate and increased time spent outdoors has…