Some viewers have been puzzled by this installation as art.
What is installation art?
Posted by Elizabeth Roe on February 6, 2012
‘Tis the Season to Track Your Health at the Library
Posted by Lisa Coble-Krings on December 20, 2011
Get a free blood pressure check while you’re at the library. Find out what else is right around the corner in the Health Information Neighborhood and how it might help you monitor your health this holiday season.
Celebrate the Great American Smokeout (by NOT lighting a cigarette!)
Posted by Lissa Staley on November 17, 2011
Despite all the publicity about the dangers of smoking, many Americans haven’t given up their cigarettes. And thousands of kids start smoking every day. Find local support, hear from a librarian who quit smoking, and check out library books on smoking cessation.
Think of the Children and Think about Halloween Safety
Posted by Lissa Staley on October 28, 2011
BOO! Late October is plenty scary, but without reflective tape, flashlights, flame-resistance, and adult supervision, some Halloween traditions are downright dangerous! Review safety tips, plus find out all of the local trick-or-treat events in Topeka with the Halloween Round Up from XYZ Topeka
Get a Flu Shot at the Library Thursday
Posted by Lissa Staley on September 25, 2011
A Flu Shot Clinic will be Thurs. Sept. 29th from 9am to noon at the Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library. Shots are $30 each and some insurance plans are accepted (see printable pdf flier). Please call 785-368-2025 for insurance details. Cash and checks are also accepted.The clinic is operated by the Shawnee County Health [...]
Ten minutes to delicious with healthy recipes
Posted by Regina on July 6, 2011
With this handy recipe from Heidi Swanson’s cooking blog, you can avoid the guilt (and pounds) that come with “eater’s remorse,” even as your taste buds tell you that you’re cheating. Best of all, most of these ingredients can come from your home garden.
Men’s Health – Prevention is a key to better health!
Posted by Lissa Staley on June 1, 2011
Test your knowledge of men’s health with two online quizzes, plus gain valuable information about preventative steps that men can take to improve their health!
Cook This Not That Kitchen Survival Guide
Posted by Shari Schawo on March 22, 2011
Cook This Not That Kitchen Survival Guide I’ve always enjoyed the Eat This Not That series of books by David Zinczenko & Matt Goulding. They are small, attractive, and easy to use food comparison books. One of the newest offerings is Cook This, Not That Kitchen Survival Guide. I was immediately surprised by the Who [...]
Five new health DVDs prove you are never too old for exercise
Posted by Lissa Staley on March 11, 2011
Five new DVDs in the Health Information Neighborhood target an older beginner audience with tai chi, yoga for arthritis, walking and two additions to Jane Fonda’s Primetime series.
Explore Health Careers
Posted by Lissa Staley on June 28, 2010
You can find everything you want to know about a wide variety of health careers at ExploreHealthCareers.org, an award-winning, totally free website offering comprehensive, up-to-date information on how to prepare and pay for pursuing a career in the health professions. Did you know that, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 4 out of the [...]
