“More than half of the fentanyl-laced fake prescription pills being trafficked in communities across the country now contain a potentially deadly dose…”
Category: Education/Health
Your Exorbitant Medical Bill, Brought to You by the Latest Hospital Merger
With its staff of about 40 focused on hospitals, the FTC has prevented seven mergers in the past two years, said Rahul Rao…
Wondering If Your Child Would Benefit from Tutoring?
One expert says the first step is to make sure that the goals of the tutoring program match your child’s needs…
Your Child’s Back-to-School Physical is a Good Time to Discuss Mental Health
It’s no secret that the COVID-19 pandemic was a source of stress for many…
Grants Available for Rural Colorado Teachers
All teachers who work in a school district designated as rural or small rural in the state of Colorado are eligible…
Colorado Secures Debt Relief for Defrauded College Students
“I applaud the Department of Education for providing much-deserved relief to the many Coloradans who were mistreated by CollegeAmerica…”
PCC to Offer Bachelor’s Degree in Health Information Management
“When you can say you have an RHIA credential, you can work locally or anywhere in the world…”
Some Hospitals Welcome RV Living for Patients, Families, Employees
“You’re able to bring all of your creature comforts. It’s your bed, it’s your sheets, it’s your bathroom, it’s your kitchen…”
West Nile Virus Identified in La Plata County
Limit outdoor activities at dusk and dawn when mosquitoes are most active…
Colorado Offers Free Community College for Prospective Early Childhood Teachers
“All these fields are in need of great folks to fill jobs that are open today and that are critical for our state’s success…”
A Little Excess Weight Benefits Older People?
Since older adults have less muscle to begin with, “if they want to lose weight, they need to be willing at the same time to increase physical activity…”
Integrated Insight Community Care Expands Healthcare Services
Integrated Insight Community Care remains steadfast in fostering a culture of integrity, compassion, and excellence in healthcare delivery…
Study Shows Increases in Maternal Deaths over Two Decades
Colorado among handful of states with lower maternal mortality rates…
Supreme Court Ruling on Race-Based Admissions Policies Could Affect Colorado Students
CU is doubling the number of students eligible for its CU Promise Program, which waives tuition for students whose families earn less than $65,000 a year…
Colorado Educators Celebrate LGBTQ+ Community
“We must do everything within our power to create public schools that are inclusive, welcoming, and safe…”
Traditional Medicare… or Medicare Advantage?
The hospital told Mr. B’s family that he must now pay out-of-pocket for his continuing hospitalization…
Montezuma County Public Health Identifies Human Case of Plague
If detected early in infection, plague is treatable in both people and pets…
SJBPH Board of Health Meets This Thursday
The meeting will be accessible via computer and telephone, as well as in person…
Colorado Extends Access to Free Therapy for Youth
“We know there are many barriers that keep youth from receiving mental health care, including stigma, cost, and location…”