Five agricultural workers in northeastern Colorado have now tested positive for bird flu
The workers were exposed to the virus from a commercial egg operation as they were culling the poultry.
By John Daley
Colorado health officials say three agricultural workers in northeastern Colorado likely have bird flu
The workers were probably exposed to the virus from a commercial egg operation as they were culling the poultry.
By John Daley
Cooling shelters open as forecasters and physicians warn Coloradans to avoid the heat
The National Weather Service issued heat advisories and is warning that daytime temperatures could climb above 100 degrees and set records in western Colorado, the Interstate 25 corridor much of the eastern half of the state.
Programs to combat Colorado’s youth vaping crisis get millions in new funding from Juul settlement
The money comes from a nearly $32 million legal settlement with e-cigarette manufacturer Juul, part of a national agreement.
By John Daley
Yes, the plague does still exist – here’s how to avoid it
The plague is caused by a bacterium called Yersinia pestis.
By John Daley
Long COVID is showing up in Colorado death data, even as COVID-19 deaths drop sharply
The mortality rate is still higher than before the pandemic.
By John Daley
COVID-19 showing up in dozens of Colorado wastewater facilities as summer cases tick up
The increase is likely being driven by new circulating variants that have advantages over older strains, said state epidemiologist Dr. Rachel Herlihy.
By John Daley
Too hot to work? Biden administration wants to protect people from extreme heat as temperature rise in Colorado
The measure, which would be the first major federal safety standard of its kind, would protect an estimated 36 million U.S. workers from injuries related to heat exposure on the job.
By John Daley
Employee at dairy farm contracted Colorado’s first human case of avian flu this year
The CDC said the new confirmed case of avian flu in humans underscores its recommended precautions for people who may be exposed to infected animals.
Colorado has the most cases of bird flu among dairy cows in the U.S.
While Colorado is seeing more cases than any other state it is also actively testing for the avian flu.
By John Daley
As the COVID pandemic raged, Colorado poured millions into treating mental health. Now, officials are detailing how things are going
A new data hub from the state’s Behavioral Health Administration says nearly 50,000 Coloradans got state-funded substance use treatment in 2023.
By John Daley
The Fourth of July is this week. Here’s how to stay safe
Last year, about 9,700 people needed treatment in the U.S. due to fireworks in June and July, according to federal officials.
By John Daley
Living near oil and gas sites in Colorado could make irregular heartbeat symptoms worse, CU study says
The study found AFib patients older than 80 living close to an oil and natural gas well site experienced an 83 percent increased risk of an exacerbation of their symptoms.
By John Daley
Colorado records year’s first West Nile case in state after bad year for the virus last year
Health officials are prepping for what could be another year with many cases of the mosquito-borne disease.
By John Daley
River Gassen extends lead in CD5 Democratic Primary overnight, pulling nearly 500 votes ahead of Joe Reagan
The winner faces Republican Jeff Crank in the general.
By John Daley
Calvarese has won the Democratic primary for 4th Congressional District, claims victory
Trisha Calvarese held a healthy lead Tuesday night in the Democratic Primary for Colorado’s 4th Congressional District.
By John Daley