COVID has become commonplace. For some, it’s a minor illness with few symptoms. Others are laid up with fever, cough, and fatigue…
Category: Education/Health
Older Adults May Qualify for Help Paying Medicare Part B Premiums
Very low-income individuals qualify for the Qualified Medicare Beneficiary Program, which pays the Medicare Part B premium as well as the Medicare Part A and B deductibles…
Colorado Abortion Funds Struggle to Cope with Increased Demand
Karen Middleton, president of Cobalt, said the fund’s board originally committed to meeting “every request we’ve received without limits” in fall 2021…
Learn the ABCs of Medicare at Free Introductory Class on Sept. 4
Medicare counselors from SJBAAA are certified by the Colorado State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) and are NOT associated with any health insurance company…
TRAVELING TO DIE: The Latest Form of Medical Tourism
“I really wanted to take control over how I left this world,” said the 61-year-old who lives in Lancaster. “I decided that this was an option for me…”
A Long Campaign to Gut Planned Parenthood, Part Two
“The evidence I am gathering deeply implicates Planned Parenthood affiliates across the country in multiple felonies…”
Colorado Developing Comprehensive Early Childhood Workforce Plan
“We know that Colorado’s children, families, and local communities value the rich diversity, competency, and dedication evident in the early learning workforce…”
A Long Campaign to Gut Planned Parenthood, Part One
A federal lawsuit in Texas against Planned Parenthood has a web of ties to conservative activist Leonard Leo…
Attorneys Trade Arguments in Colorado ‘Needle Exchange’ Case
A Pueblo County judge considered arguments Tuesday for and against a citywide ordinance to prohibit syringe exchange programs…
More Than 1 Million Veterans Receiving PACT Act Benefits
The law, which spent years gaining the support it needed in Congress, expanded health care coverage and benefits for veterans exposed to toxic substances…
Summer EBT Addresses Childhood Hunger
More than 500,000 eligible Colorado students will receive $120 benefit cards to buy healthy food…
Pagosa Peak Open School Prepares for Changes in 2024-2025
I am grateful and excited to say our staff is returning; some in new positions, all with their talents, experience and passion for our students and work at PPOS…
More Colorado Children Will Get State-Funded Full-Day Preschool Classes
The increase means progress towards one of the state’s original goals for the preschool-for-all program: extra hours for 4-year-olds with the greatest needs…
As Chair of Governors Association, Jared Polis Has a Plan for Education
“Our initiative will explore how to better evaluate outcomes from state investments in education, and help drive improved outcomes for learners at all stages of their education journey…”
Cataract Surgery, Explained
Recovery is a crucial part of the process. Generally, it takes about 4 to 6 weeks to fully recover. It’s important to remember not to rub your eyes and take it easy on physical activities…
988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Has Expanded
“Our Veterans Crisis Line connects veterans to caring, qualified responders 24/7 — and two years ago, we made it even easier for veterans in crisis…”
Pagosa Springs Medical Center Foundation Update
Our fundraising priority this year is renovating the Medical Wellness Building on the southwest corner of Highway 160 and South Pagosa Boulevard…
Archuleta County Public Health Adds Cancer Detection Program
The free screenings for those who qualify are also accompanied by health navigation support to offer wrap-around services…
Four Colorado Poultry Workers Test Positive for Bird Flu
A fifth worker at the same commercial egg laying operation is also suspected to be sick, but that case is pending a positive confirmation…