Modest Increase For Colo. In Health Insurance Open Enrollment For 2016
Colorado’s health exchange says it has signed up more than 153,000 people in private health coverage between Nov. 1 and Jan. 31.
Campaign To Defeat Single-Payer Health Initiative Kicks Off
Former Gov Bill Ritter, a Democrat, says if passed it would put another “inflexible fiscal constraint” in the state Constitution, cost too much and hurt businesses.
Hickenlooper Opposes Single-Payer Ballot Measure
“We do not support this proposal,” his spokeswoman Kathy Green said. “Ultimately, it will be up to voters to decide on the merits of this initiative.”
As Boomers Age, Alzheimer’s Research Picks Up. Will A Cure Follow?
Just as the ranks of Alzheimer’s patients is growing, so is the political will to find a cure.
Insurance Deadline Looms For Coloradans
Coloradans who don’t have insurance have until Sunday to sign-up, or face a tax penalty of about $700.
Colorado Health Care Facilities Improve Against Some Infection Types
But infection rates for a bacterium called C Diff and for breast surgery were both higher than the national average.
Has Flint Got You Worried About Water? Here’s How To Check It
There’s no reason to worry that Colorado water has elevated amounts of lead, but here’s how to be sure.
Mindfullness Training Aids Postpartum Depression, CU Study Finds
“This is a viable option for women who want to take a non-pharmacological approach to maintaining their well being,” the lead researcher says.
From ‘Death With Dignity’ To Insurance, Colo. Health Legislation To Watch In 2016
Health care policy promises to be a major headliner during the legislative session that began Wednesday.
Class-Action Lawsuit Adds To Chipotle’s Legal Woes
The lawsuit claims the company misled shareholders about measures it was taking to make its food safe.
Attorney General To Review InnovAge’s Transformation To For-Profit
A number of legal and public health advocates are challenging the plan.
Mixed Reactions To Obama’s Executive Order On Guns
Tom Mauser, who lost his son during the Columbine shooting, applauded Obama. Rep. Mike Coffman said the president has “no respect” for representative government.
Amid Illness Woes, Chipotle Says ‘Food With Integrity’ Is Possible
The Denver-based company’s been hit by foodborne illnesses across the country, from E. coli in Kansas, to norovirus in Boston, to Salmonella in Minnesota.
Report Gives Colorado Middling Grade For Infectious Disease Preparedness
The report gives Colorado good marks for public health funding, food safety and biosafety training.
Denver Works To Get Latino Families To Trust The Tap Water
Fluoride in tap water helps many Coloradans strengthen their dental health. But what happens if you don’t trust what’s coming out of the tap?
State Health Exchange Extends Deadline For 2016 Coverage
The exchange, Connect for Health, made that move to help deal with a heavy volume of customers. Inclement weather leading up to the deadline played a role in the decision too.
