Articles
February 14, 2024 · Lissa Staley
Accessing mental health support
Mental health affects how we think, feel and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make healthy choices. More than 1 in 5 U.S. adults live with a mental illness.
June 8, 2023 · Lissa Staley
Try a Conversation Kit & start talking
Sometimes we can all use a little help talking with people we don't know well or talking about difficult subjects.
January 25, 2023 · Intern
I didn't know the library had exercise equipment!
From weighted jump ropes to workout DVDs to a kettlebell, the library has options for everyone. Begin your fitness journey today!
May 19, 2022 · Adrianne Evans
Foodie Finds: Kohlrabi
Meet a vitamin-rich alien-looking vegetable and learn how to use it in your cooking.
January 31, 2022 · Jayme Lyons
Creative projects can help you through difficult times
Discover how art and crafts can improve your mental health.
November 15, 2021 · Lissa Staley
COVID-19 Information and Resources
Find local, state and national COVID-19 details.
June 23, 2021 · Sherri Camp
Learning About Epidemics & Family History Gives Us Perspective
We all have family members who survived previous epidemics and disease, and we are here as a result.
May 28, 2021 · Shari Schawo
Increase Your Flexibility, Balance and Happiness with Free Yoga Classes
Discover the benefits of yoga and how easy it is to get started.
May 5, 2021 · Guest Blogger
Learn About the Importance of Mental Health in Everyone's Overall Health
Mental Health Month increases awareness of mental health & celebrates recovery from mental illness.
September 15, 2020 · Guest Blogger
Learn About Suicide Prevention
Help prevent suicide by learning to identify warning signs & supporting people to get treatment.
August 11, 2020 · Lissa Staley
Health Care in Shawnee County During COVID-19
Watch the League of Women Voters Topeka-Shawnee County presentation by Linda Ochs and Alice Weingartner.
June 24, 2020 · Donna Casey
Going Organic
Learn about organic gardening and find resources to start your garden.
September 17, 2019 · Emily Hopkins
Art and Accessibility
Explore how artists maintain their creativity with physical limitations.
November 10, 2018 · Lissa Staley
Share Your Health History on Thanksgiving
While it might be awkward, documenting your family health history is important to your health.
October 10, 2018 · Luanne Webb
Keep Colds Away
Get tips to reduce kids' risk of getting colds and flu, and tips to care for sick kids.
August 17, 2018 · LaVoyce Ewing
ElastiBrain - Your Brain's Potential
New scientific research is proving that our brains can change and reorganize throughout our entire lives.
June 27, 2018 · Lissa Staley
What's in your drink?
A new display asks people to consider how much sugar is in their drink. Tips to increase Health Eating for a Healthy Mouth and tooth brushing basics are included.
April 30, 2018 · Lissa Staley
Mental Health Awareness
Donna Park, LSCSW, at Valeo Behavioral Health Care answers questions about mental health.
April 10, 2018 · Lissa Staley
Making health care decisions if you are unable
Learn how making important health care decisions now helps provide for a legal decision-maker or documents to guide a patient’s medical care.
January 16, 2018 · Ginger Park
New Year, Healthier You
Review some small steps (and a couple big ones) can you take to live a happier, healthier year.
December 15, 2017 · Nate Hohl
Loneliness and Older Adults
Find out what you can do to help the older adults in your life feel more connected.
December 1, 2017 · Lissa Staley
Think Toy Safety For Gifts
Use these toy safety tips from trusted health information resources to have a safe and healthy holiday!
October 17, 2017 · Lissa Staley
Keep your family healthy
Find trusted sources of health information for you and your family.
September 19, 2017 · Lissa Staley
What's a healthy food?
Find answers to a not-so-simple question from trusted books and online resources.
