Layoffs hit Colorado programs for substance abuse and mental health services
CPR talks to Rep. Pettersen about Trump’s staffing cuts to places that help Coloradans deal with mental health or drug problems.
Colorado identifies another measles case, with a new one in out-of-state traveler to the southern part of the state
The state has seen a record number of cases this year of the virus once considered eliminated in the U.S.
Colorado joins new public health alliance in face of Trump administration’s remaking of federal health infrastructure
More than a dozen Democrat-led states found coalition to share public health data, best practices and more.
Prices through marketplace health insurance could double as government shutdown dispute digs in
Colorado resident Aubrey Hix, an independent contractor, said her health insurance costs could still skyrocket despite not depending on subsidies.
Gov. Polis gets vaccinated for COVID-19 and the flu, urges Coloradans to do the same
The state epidemiologist advises getting both the COVID-19 and flu shots to protect against those respiratory viruses.
National pediatric group turns science into childhood vaccine recommendations
The head of the American Academy of Pediatrics says it is working with states like Colorado to ensure children get vaccinated, no matter what is happening at the federal level.
Nursing homes and their residents fear Medicaid cuts impacts
Senator John Hickenlooper visited a skilled nursing facility in Lakewood to hear the worries residents, caregivers and administrators have over unprecedented cuts.
As a new federal vaccine panel recommends some changes, what does it mean for Colorado?
Last week, a key federal vaccine panel made some significant changes and recommendations that were once closely followed by states like Colorado.
Vaccine questions in Colorado multiply ahead of meeting of key federal vaccine panel
Many Coloradans have questions surrounding vaccines. We’re here to answer them.
Two health insurers now say they’ll stay in Colorado’s individual market after bill passes to reduce premiums
The state’s insurance commissioner said if Congress doesn’t extend tax credits, residents’ premiums will skyrocket next year.
Tough choices and belt tightening ahead, with budget cuts and a slowing economy, say Colorado policy experts
The message was clear during a recent Colorado Health Institute webinar.
Mesa County is a hotspot for measles this year after decades of zero cases
“We are experiencing an outbreak of measles in Mesa County,” said Alli Howe, the county’s chief health strategist.
Amid federal vaccine uncertainty, Colorado takes steps to ensure access to COVID-19 vaccines
State health department and chief medical officer issue orders to expand Coloradans’ access to the shots.
New Mesa County measles cases drive state’s total to 27 for 2025
Seven total cases are confirmed in the Western Slope county where it’s reached outbreak status
Music to their fuzzy ears: shelter animals soothed by the sound of strings
If you’re an animal lover with some musical talent, nonprofit Wild Tunes has a deal for you.
Eagle passes a ban on flavored tobacco, becoming the 14th Colorado municipality to approve one
In November, Denver voters will weigh in on whether to repeal a ban passed by city council last year.
