Hospitalizations and deaths climb as Colorado’s fifth COVID wave keeps rising
The fifth wave of the coronavirus pandemic is climbing to levels not seen since the beginning of 2021, just as colder weather, which will drive more people indoors, is around the corner.
Rapids star Kellyn Acosta carves out a role with U.S. team as World Cup nears
Colorado Rapids’ midfielder Kellyn Acosta has rejoined the U.S. national soccer team, which might take him closer to his dream of playing in the World Cup.
Wearing A Mask And Getting Vaccinated Helps Reduce COVID Case Rates Among School-Aged Kids
Colorado’s fifth wave seems to be plateauing, but fall and winter could bring new cases.
Colorado Wants To Send Free Rapid COVID Tests Right To Your Home. Here’s How To Sign Up
All Coloradans can sign up to get the rapid antigen tests, which show results within 15 minutes.
Big Events With Big Crowds Are Back In Colorado, But The Risk Of COVID Never Left
If you do go to a game or a concert, being vaccinated, wearing a mask and staying outdoors can reduce the risk.
Polis Says Colorado Is Ready To Give COVID Booster Shots, Even As Some Roadblocks And Questions Remain
The governor is lining up the state’s National Guard to once again deliver vaccine to nursing homes and other long-term care facilities.
COVID-19 Infections Are Now Threatening Colorado’s Hospital Capacity
Gov. Jared Polis says he’s not ready to mandate mask wearing in schools, citing the fact that districts can still require masks.
Unvaccinated Coloradans Are Much More Likely To Be Hospitalized And Die Due To COVID, According To New State Data
Younger children who have yet to be vaccinated and older adults who are experiencing breakthrough cases are driving some Colorado COVID-19 case trends.
Douglas County Commissioners Unanimously Vote To Exit Tri-County Health Department
DougCo and Tri-County have been at odds for months, and a new requirement for masks in schools caused commissioners to push for a divorce after a 55-year union.
Doctor’s Retirement Spotlights Colorado’s Struggle To Diversify Its Physicians
Dr. Terri Richardson was a primary care doctor with Kaiser Permanente Colorado and Denver Health. She spent her career finding innovative ways to make health care more accessible for marginalized communities. She recently retired, and her departure spotlights Colorado’s struggle to build a physician workforce as diverse as its population.
Reading, Writing And COVID: Colorado’s Return To School Immediately Led To The Virus Spreading
Returning to schools was always going to be challenging. Then the Delta variant happened.
Polis Sees No Need For A Statewide Mask Mandate In Schools — At Least Not Yet
Colorado is at another pandemic crossroads with the delta variant surging just as students head back to school.
Most Kids Are Heading Back To School Unvaccinated And Under A Mix Of COVID-19 Rules. Are They Safe?
As Colorado schools open back up with mixed mask guidelines, parents are confused, concerned and wondering if this year will really be any different.
A Respected Denver Doctor Ends Her Practice, But She’s Not Done Serving Her Community
On a hot, sunny Friday afternoon in Denver’s City Park, thousands mingle through booths of paintings, fabrics, and jewelry at the Black Arts Festival.
Breakthrough COVID Cases Among Those Fully Vaccinated Are Rising In Colorado
While still making up just three percent of all COVID-19 infections in the state since Jan. 1, the so-called “breakthrough cases,” or infections among people previously fully vaccinated, were 20 percent of all identified cases in the first three weeks of July in the state.
All UCHealth, Denver Health Staff And Volunteers Will Need To Be Vaccinated — Or They Could Face Termination
Denver Heath, UCHealth and Kaiser Permanente are the latest large employers to require mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations for all employees and physicians.
