“Liane’s leadership and scientific integrity throughout the COVID-19 pandemic is a model for thousands of public health leaders throughout Colorado and the country…”
Author: Claire Ninde
Claire Ninde is Communications Director for San Juan Basin Public Health. Learn more at https://sjbpublichealth.org/
San Juan Basin Public Health Urges Testing as COVID-19 Variant Cases Identified
“The presence of variants in Southwest Colorado is troubling and means virus transmission could happen more easily,” said Liane Jollon, SJBPH executive director…
La Plata County Drops Quickly from ‘Blue’ to ‘Yellow’
“After weeks of lower metrics, La Plata County is seeing a rise in cases and test positivity rates which can be attributed in part to indoor social gatherings…”
Archuleta, La Plata Counties Remain at Level Orange
The supply of COVID-19 vaccine is very limited with Colorado receiving approximately 70,000 doses of vaccine each week for a population of 5.8 million residents…
San Juan Basin Public Health Confirms First COVID-related Death in Archuleta County
“We extend our deepest condolences to the family and friends of this community member,” said SJBPH Executive Director, Liane Jollon. “The virus remains a real threat in our communities…”
Local Health Effort Moves from Testing to Vaccination
As we begin 2021, SJBPH will continue its disease investigation functions and we’re excited to have several safe and effective vaccines to address the pandemic…
COVID-19 Outbreak Identified at Hilltop House in Durango
“We’ve seen congregate facility outbreaks in many other counties since March, so we knew that this was a place to devote testing, education, and close coordination with our partners…”
COVID Outbreak at Durango Assisted Living Facility
“We’ve seen numerous outbreaks in assisted living facilities throughout the state, so we knew that this was a place to devote testing, education, and close coordination with our partners…”
La Plata County Moves to ‘Level Orange: High Risk’
“While cases rose around the state in the fall, we took the steps necessary to keep our schools open and our economy strong. But we are rapidly catching up to the uncontrolled levels of disease seen in the rest of Colorado…”
San Juan Basin Public Health Launches ‘Protect Our Neighbors’ Dashboard
“Getting to the ‘Protect Our Neighbors’ phase is truly a community-wide effort and relies on everyone — our hospitals, healthcare partners, businesses, and local community members…”
Non-Resident COVID Cases Now Being Reported on SJBPH Data Dashboard
As tourism destinations, both Archuleta and La Plata counties are seeing an influx of visitors from potential hot spots, including Texas, Arizona and Utah…
First COVID-19 Fatality in La Plata County Confirmed
“We extend our deepest condolences to the family and friends of this community member,” said SJBPH Executive Director, Liane Jollon…
Face Covering Advisory Amended
Through SJBPH’s amended Face Covering Advisory, all employees who interact with customers are required to wear face coverings, as per the statewide guidance…
VIDEO: Public Health Face-Covering Advisory
Recent information has indicated that covering your nose and mouth can slow the spread of COVID-19…
‘Help Colorado Now’ Seeking COVID Grant Applications Up to $25,000
Help Colorado Now has raised $7.7 million dollars from nearly 4,000 individuals, foundations and companies since the fund launched…
First Positive COVID-19 Case Reported in La Plata County
“San Juan Basin Public Health has been preparing for weeks, as a case in our jurisdiction has been expected…”
New CDC Guidance Recommends Cancellation of Group Events
SJBPH’s recommendation has been made to implement the most effective strategy against the spread of COVID-19…