Drug Overdose Prevention
It seems like every day there is a story on the news about fentanyl, drug…
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Visualizing Data: Public Health Statistics
Colorado state agencies collect and publish large amounts of data. Health statistics, population data, mental…
Colorado Voluntary Adoption Registry
Occasionally our library receives questions from adults who were adopted as children, and are looking…
Colorado Care Planning
It’s not something we like to think about, but it’s important: if you are seriously…
Do We Have Fleas and Ticks in Colorado?
There’s a common perception that in Colorado, there’s no need to worry about fleas and…
May is Mental Health Awareness Month
The Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS) estimates that about 1 million Coloradans struggle with…
April 24 is Prescription Drug Take Back Day
Chances are, your medicine cabinet probably contains some medications that are either expired or no…
At the Legislature: Public Option Health Insurance
One of the most talked-about bills this session concerns a proposal for the creation of…
COVID-19 and Organized Sports
With COVID-19 numbers on the decline, many people — especially high school and collegiate athletes…
Nutrition and Aging
This time of year, many people are making resolutions to become healthier. As we age,…
COVID-19 Vaccine Information from the State of Colorado
The State of Colorado is currently planning for the distribution of the new COVID-19 vaccine….
Safe and Healthy Cooking for the Holidays
The holiday food season has arrived! But there are ways that you can still enjoy…
Schools and COVID-19: In-Person, Remote, or Hybrid?
As cases continue to rise and many Colorado counties have been moved to a stricter…
How is COVID-19 Affecting Our State?
The State Demography Office recently held their annual Demography Summit, which explores data and trends…
COVID-19 Map Series from the State Demography Office
Looking for demographic information on COVID-19 in Colorado? The State Demography Office has put together…
Kids and Diabetes
It is estimated that approximately 210,000 children and youth in the United States — with…
The Colorado WIC Program
Colorado’s WIC (Women, Infants and Children) program helps moms, babies, and young children access healthy…
April is Stress Awareness Month
Perhaps appropriately, given the times we find ourselves in, the month of April is recognized…
New Resources on Federal and State Laws Pertaining to COVID-19
Several new memos and Issue Briefs have recently been released by Colorado Legislative Council Staff…
Pedestrianism – A 19th Century Quirk for 21st Century Life?
Today – the first Wednesday in April – just so happens to be National Walking…