The University of Kansas Health System - Great Bend Campus

07/25/2025

In collaboration with USD 428, The University of Kansas Health System will offer free sports physicals for middle and high school students at an event Saturday, August 2. Physicals will be provided for middle and high school students on a walk-in basis only, 7:30-11 a.m., at St. Rose Medical Pavilion. Get more info here: https://bit.ly/3FXNy1G

07/24/2025

The University of Kansas Health System in Great Bend is partnering with Barton Community College to collaborate on athletic training and sports injury coverage for the school’s athletes, as well as physician coverage at some athletic events. We will provide physician coverage, supported by a dedicated team of athletic trainers, physical therapists and others who might be involved in athletes’ care.

07/23/2025

The Kansas Traffic Safety Resource Office reports that in 2023, in car accidents that resulted in a fatality, less than half of the occupants – 48.7% – were wearing seat belts. In addition, while the national seatbelt usage rate in 2024 was 91.2%, in Kansas in 2023 (the most recent year for which there are statistics) seatbelt usage was well below that at 85.3%. Wear your seatbelt. You’re more likely to survive if you are in a crash.

07/22/2025

Take advantage of sweet, seasonal berries and make this no-bake treat. Get the recipe. ➡️ https://bit.ly/4mEWTw4

07/21/2025

Ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun can be damaging your eyes. It's important to choose the right sun protection for your eyes. That includes selecting the best sunglasses and understanding how your medications could make you vulnerable to eye damage. Learn more: https://bit.ly/2VLl57P

07/20/2025

Accidents happen… When they do, call 1-800-222-1222 immediately to speak with an expert at the Kansas Poison Center at The University of Kansas Health System. They can help and it’s fast and free.

07/19/2025

Our team had a great time at the Great Bend Bat Cats game! Thank you to all who enjoyed a night at the ball park with us!

07/17/2025

The sun isn’t so fun when you’re left with an uncomfortable burn. Lather up in mineral sunscreen and learn when you’re more at risk for getting a sunburn and the best course of treatment for them. Learn 7 things to know about sunburns. ➡️ https://bit.ly/3qdur8n

07/14/2025

Sometimes unexpected accidents happen during your summer activities. Our team at Convenient Care Walk-In Clinic at St. Rose Medical Pavilion is here to help! They treat all kinds of minor injuries and illnesses and you don’t need an appointment. Hours are 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday-Friday and 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday.

07/14/2025

07/13/2025

According to the The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, between 7,000-8,000 people are bitten by venomous snakes annually in the United States. Though rarely fatal, they can cause serious harm. Check out the Do's and Don'ts from Kansas Poison Center at The University of Kansas Health System: