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Larimer County Restaurant Inspections Completed

Routine inspections find most establishments in compliance with food safety standards

Columbine Health Systems Hosts Spring Blood Drives in Northern Colorado

Donation events scheduled in Fort Collins, Windsor, and Loveland to address critical blood shortages

Colorado Medicaid Spending Doubled in Last Decade

Report finds state's Medicaid program costs grew faster than enrollment or medical inflation

States Push to Curb Medical Debt Wage Garnishment

Lawmakers in at least eight states aim to rein in wage garnishment for unpaid medical bills.

Community Hospital to Expand Surgical and Sterile Processing Departments

The 12,400-square-foot project aims to accommodate increased procedural volume and complexity.

Dog Brings Cheer to Colorado Hospital Patients

Intermountain Health Good Samaritan Hospital's therapy dog Asher brightens days for those recovering in the hospital.

Denver Schools Reverse Plan to Drop Kaiser Health Coverage

District extends contract with Kaiser Permanente after backlash from teachers and staff

Thompson Valley EMS Named Agency of the Year

Loveland-based emergency medical service recognized for innovative programs and staff development

Denver Public Schools Reverses Decision to Drop Kaiser Permanente Health Benefits

After employee outcry, DPS board votes to extend agreement with Kaiser Permanente for another year

Denver School Board Extends Current Health Care Contract

Teachers' union praises decision to maintain continuity of care for staff

Colorado Springs Couple Recovering from Severe Burns

Fire caused by overheated oil pan leaves three injured, one with extensive injuries requiring skin grafts.

Colorado Researchers to Study Universal Health Care as Residents Face $1 Billion in Medical Debt

The study aims to provide answers about a single-payer system that residents did not have when they voted down Amendment 69 in 2016.

Denver Public Schools Considers Dropping Kaiser Permanente After 50-Year Partnership

Dispute over rising healthcare costs and bidding process disrupts coverage for thousands of employees and their families.

Colorado ACA Enrollment Drops Less Than Expected

Connect for Health Colorado sees only 2% decline, far below 30% projection

Family Medicine Physician Joins Adventist Health Ukiah Valley

Dr. Holly Astin will provide comprehensive family care and chronic disease management.

Mesa County Public Health Releases 2025 Impact Report

Report highlights measles cases, new department creation, and increased Naloxone access in the county.

MDVIP Adds New Affiliated Primary Care Practice in Denver

The practice is led by Dr. Carlos Vela Brol, a board-certified family medicine physician with 20 years of experience in the Denver community.

Periodontal Associates Centennial Celebrates 4.9 Google Review Rating

The practice's Centennial office earns high marks for clinical excellence and patient satisfaction.

UCHealth and Colorado Orthopedic Group Deepen Partnership

The two organizations now jointly own and operate a new orthopedic and spine center in Colorado Springs.

Denver Health Shines as Unsung Hero of Colorado Healthcare

The public hospital continues to provide exceptional trauma care and support underserved communities, including helping victims of female genital mutilation.