Health Experts Say Denver Mental Health Tax Would Provide Funding, Community Support
The ballot initiative could bring in tens of millions of dollars a year to help people with mental health and substance disorder issues.
Denver Voters To Decide On A Tax That Will Fund Mental Health, Substance Abuse Care
If approved by voters, the ‘Caring 4 Denver’ sales tax could raise as much as $450 million in a decade.
Western Wildfires Keep Burning, Air Quality Gets Worse, And Health Warnings Grow
Microscopic inhalable particles from wildfire smoke can get deep into the lungs and play havoc with those who suffer from heart and respiratory issues.
Colorado Teens Don’t See Vaping As Risky As Tobacco. Nearly Half Have Tried E-Cigarettes
A 2017 Colorado survey observed a disconnect in how young people see vaping and e-cigarettes and the health risks.
Want To Tackle A Pro 14er Like Capitol? Just Remember, ‘YouTube Is Not Your Mentor’
Many would-be climbers get their information on social media where it’s easy to find selfie shots and GoPro video highlighting “epic” adventures.
Is Tobacco 21 The Solution To Colorado’s Wave Of Teen Vaping?
A CDC finding that 25 percent of high schoolers vape coincides with a push in several mountain towns to raise the age for tobacco and nicotine purchases.
Vaping: CDC Says 25 Percent Of Colorado High Schoolers Use E-Cigarettes
A new study also says that Colorado leads 37 states surveyed for use of electronic cigarettes among high school students.
Parents Encouraged To Ask If There Are Unlocked Guns In Homes Where Their Kids Play
Colorado doctors and advocates for gun safety are promoting a program they say is designed to protect children from firearms.
Denver Health Is One Of Few Places In The US To Offer This Gender Confirmation Surgery
Ellie Klein will be one of Dr. Chris Carey’s first patients to undergo a vaginoplasty, a procedure with pent-up demand in Colorado and nationwide.
How Defensible Space Helped Avoid Catastrophe As The Buffalo Fire Blew Up
“A decision years ago to cut down nearby vegetation and trees killed by beetles made all the difference for firefighters battling the blaze.”
As Colorado Battles 416 And Buffalo Fires, Preparedness And Speed Hold The Line
The residents of about 180 homes out of the 1,900 evacuated because of the 416 Fire returned home today.
6 Questions About Colorado’s Interest In Suing Opioid Drug Makers
In Colorado, nine have already joined in the action and more than a dozen cities and counties say they’re considering the move.
Some Of Colorado’s Biggest Local Governments Eye Joining Opioid Lawsuits
If Denver and others join the litigation there will be nearly 20 Colorado local governments filing suit against opioid makers.
Stigma Is A Barrier To Addiction Treatment. Lift The Label Hopes To Squelch The Shame
Lift The Label provides an array of info, including stories of addiction, tips for recognizing signs of addiction, and treatment resources like medication-assisted treatment.
Southern Colorado Counties File Lawsuit Against Opioid Makers
Conejos, Las Animas, Chaffee, Otero and Alamosa counties and the city of Alamosa have filed suit in U.S. District Court.
7-Day Prescription Limit Among Lawmakers’ Work To Address Opioids
The measure targets prescriptions for acute pain, which may be more sharp and severe but short-term. Not all doctors though are happy with the move.
