Walk with a Doc Program
Washburn University 1700 SW College Ave, Topeka, Kansas, United StatesThis doctor-led group is a fun and safe place to hear briefly about an important health topic and enjoy a walk outside with a physician each month. Join Dr. Mary Franz on Saturday, March 18, as we learn about staying healthy in retirement. Participants should meet at the east side of Lee Arena at Washburn…
STOP THE BLEED
Stormont Vail Health Pozez Education Center 1500 SW 10th Ave, Topeka, KS, United StatesMinutes count! Someone who is severely bleeding can bleed to death in as little as 5 minutes. That’s why bleeding control—keeping the blood inside the body—is the purpose of STOP THE BLEED® training. The person next to a bleeding victim may very well be the one who’s most likely to save him or her from…
Girl to Woman
Stormont Vail Health Pozez Education Center 1500 SW 10th Ave, Topeka, KS, United StatesThe time in a girls life between the ages of 8-12 is one of physical and emotional changes. This program for girls and their parent will address menstruation and other physical changes of puberty, the emotional upheaval of adolescence and communication techniques for parent and daughter. Fee: $25 for each parent/child duo; $12.50 for each…
Boy to Man
Stormont Vail Health Pozez Education Center 1500 SW 10th Ave, Topeka, KS, United StatesBoys experience puberty also and while usually starting later than girls, the time in a boys life between the ages of 10-13 is filled with many physical and emotional changes. These changes are exciting, but also are often puzzling, sometimes embarrassing, and usually challenging to a young adolescent. Join us for a discussion that will…
Childbirth Preparation (March 25th 9am-1pm & 26th 1pm-4pm) In-Person
Stormont Vail Health Pozez Education Center 1500 SW 10th Ave, Topeka, KS, United StatesOur childbirth classes are taught by experienced educators and are designed to help you and your support person feel more prepared for your labor and delivery experience. Learn about the stages of labor, pain management tools, breathing and relaxation techniques, how to involve your support person, and more! Dress comfortably and feel free to bring…
Injury Prevention Awareness for the Older Adult Event
Topeka Public Library 1515 SW 10th Ave, Topeka, Kansas, United StatesPlease join us for this free educational event and learn tips how to be the safest driver possible. We’ll cover older adult injury prevention in Shawnee County with the opportunity to have our trained volunteers ensure you have the safest fit in your vehicle. Additional information available: For more information, please contact Stormont Vail Health's…
Breastfeeding Basics In-Person
Stormont Vail Health Pozez Education Center 1500 SW 10th Ave, Topeka, KS, United StatesThis introduction to breastfeeding will provide pregnant women and their families an opportunity to learn all they need to know about breastfeeding before their baby is born. Classes are designed to help families prepare for the breastfeeding experience by providing information on how breastfeeding works, how to get started, problems that may arise and how…
Better Breathers Club
In-Person and Virtual Option Each month members will be sent the Zoom link for that month’s meeting. They will receive more information upon RSVP to Melanie Reamer at 785-270-4847 or [email protected] Stormont Vail Health Better Breathers Club was created to provide support and education to those living with chronic lung illness in our community.
Childbirth Preparation (April 5, 12, 19) In-Person
Stormont Vail Health Pozez Education Center 1500 SW 10th Ave, Topeka, KS, United StatesOur childbirth classes are taught by experienced educators and are designed to help you and your support person feel more prepared for your labor and delivery experience. Learn about the stages of labor, pain management tools, breathing and relaxation techniques, how to involve your support person, and more! Dress comfortably and feel free…
Bi-State Stroke Symposium
Stormont Vail Health Pozez Education Center 1500 SW 10th Ave, Topeka, KS, United StatesStormont Vail Health is proud to host the upcoming Bi-State Stroke Consortium Symposium. Join us in the Pozez Education Center at Stormont Vail Hospital. All Stormont Vail Health employees, area health professionals and students are encouraged to attend. Registration is free for members of the Bi-State Stroke Consortium and EMS personnel. Stormont Vail Health is…
A Matter Of Balance: Group B (Tuesdays, April 11th – May 30th)
First Congregational Church 1701 S.W. Collins Ave., Topeka, Kansas, United StatesFalls are the leading cause of injury and hospitalization for trauma — as well as trauma-related death — among older adults. If you are 65 or older, have had a fall in the past year, or live alone, this workshop provides information on keeping balance, the causes of falls, and dangers to look out for.…
STOP THE BLEED
Stormont Vail Health Pozez Education Center 1500 SW 10th Ave, Topeka, KS, United StatesMinutes count! Someone who is severely bleeding can bleed to death in as little as 5 minutes. That’s why bleeding control—keeping the blood inside the body—is the purpose of STOP THE BLEED® training. The person next to a bleeding victim may very well be the one who’s most likely to save him or her from…