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Welcome to the Health & Wellness corner of the TSCPL Digital Branch. We're glad you stopped by! This is the place to explore health topics, learn about specific conditions and diseases, search medical databases, and connect with others who share your interests. As your library, our goal is always to provide you with accurate, current health information. Whether you're searching for the latest research on a particular disease, preparing for a visit with your physician, seeking a copy of a book you heard about on the news, or just looking for fun ways to invigorate your exercise routine-we've got resources for you.
Recent Posts
You’ll Shoot Your Eye Out! Eye Prevention = Good Idea
You only get one set of eyes, keep 'em safe.
“. . .got to get ourselves back to the garden.” Part 3
Breastfeeding--the healthy and economical choice for mother, baby and society. Evidence from new studies show breastfeeding is multi beneficial.
Summer Scorecard
Shawnee Summer Scorecord is a program for youth which encourages activity and healthy eating. It is a great companion Summerfest, the summer reading program. Exercise the mind and body and be rewarded with prizes!
“. . .got to get ourselves back to the garden.” Part 2
When I think of barefoot running, Zola Budd comes to mind. The shoeless, controversial, white South African who dashed the dream of darling US trackster, Mary Decker--a down and dirty dis--in the 3,000 meters at the 1984 Olympics. Maybe you think of the Tarahumara Indians or Johnny Appleseed. In...
Health and Wellness Links
Databases
(use your TSCPL library card)
Consumer Health Complete Health & Wellness Resource Center
Health Source - Consumer Edition
Recommended Websites
Ask Me 3
Cancer.gov
CAPHIS: Consumer & Patient Health Information Section
Centers for Disease Control & Prevention
Family Doctor
Healthfinder.gov
Healthykansas.org Kansas Dept. of Health and the Environment (KDHE)
Kansas Health Online
KidsHealth
MayoClinic.com
MedlinePlus
National Institutes of Health
NOAH (NY Online Access to Health)
SeniorHealth
WomensHealth
Local Healthcare Providers
St. Francis Health Center
Stormont Vail HealthCare Shawnee County Health Agency
Colmery O'Neil VA Medical Center
Kansas Rehabilitation Hospital
Select Speciality Hospital of Topeka Marian Clinic
Insurance Assistance
KansasHealthwave Kansas Dept. of Social & Rehabilitation Services (SRS) Medicare Healthcare.gov
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