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2021 Health News Releases

COVID-19 Monoclonal Antibody Treatment Available in Northern Colorado

Published on November 29, 2021

The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) recently launched several new monoclonal antibody treatment buses to help expand access to this important outpatient treatment for COVID-19.

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November is National Diabetes Awareness Month

Published on November 09, 2021

According to the Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment’s 2019 Community Health Survey, 10.1% or about 1 in 10 adult residents reported they were ever diagnosed with diabetes by a health care professional. That equates to about 19,500 adults in Weld County.

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WCDPHE Recognizes National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week

Published on October 21, 2021

A joint initiative of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the goal of National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week is to empower families and other stakeholders to take action against lead exposure.

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COVID-19 Dashboard: Unvaccinated Case Rate 5X Higher than Vaccinated

Published on October 04, 2021

A new “breakthrough case” tab on the COVID-19 Data Dashboard shows a comparison of fully vaccinated versus unvaccinated cases in the ages 12(+) category for Weld County residents. As of September 17, 2021, the rate of unvaccinated people getting COVID-19 in Weld County is nearly five times higher compared to the fully vaccinated population.

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Health Department Lab Offers Free Lead Testing for Well Water

Published on September 30, 2021

The Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment Laboratory is providing Weld County residents whose main source of drinking water is well water the opportunity to have their water tested for lead at no charge. To qualify, the home must have been built prior to 1988 and have either lead pipes, brass fixtures, or lead connectors (solder) in its water system.

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10 Reasons More Matters When It Comes to Fruits and Vegetables

Published on September 07, 2021

September is National Fruits & Veggies Month, a month-long celebration of Americans’ favorite plant foods.

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Health Department Partners with Libraries for COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics

Published on August 04, 2021

Health officials are looking to reach a 70% COVID-19 vaccine rate or higher within the next few months. To assist that effort, WCDPHE and the High Plains Library District are offering a series of clinics at libraries across the county over the next month.

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Breastfeeding Support in the Workplace Can Reduce Sick Leave

Published on August 04, 2021

“Employers are finding that lactation support policies not only increase employee satisfaction and retention, but also make good business sense because of reduced sick leave. Mothers who formula feed are absent twice as frequently as mothers who feed breast milk, due to increased infant illness,” said Mike Schwan, Childhood Obesity Prevention Specialist.

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Stay Sun Safe This Summer

Published on July 01, 2021

While some exposure to sunlight can be enjoyable, too much can be dangerous. By following some simple steps, you can still enjoy your time in the sun and protect yourself from overexposure.

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Laboratory Provides Water Quality Testing for Residential Well Water

Published on May 14, 2021

The Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment’s laboratory supports public health by providing water quality testing services for private wells, water and wastewater treatment facilities, and public water systems

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Think FAST During National Stroke Awareness Month

Published on May 14, 2021

May is National Stroke Awareness Month, an observance that highlights the importance of knowing the signs and symptoms of a stroke. The acronym FAST stands for: Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, Time to call 911.

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Youth Ages 12-15 Now Eligible for Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine

Published on May 13, 2021

The Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine will now be available to people ages 12-15 in Weld County following an announcement from the FDA that it expanded the vaccine’s Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) to include adolescents.

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COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic Opens at Weld County Clerk and Recorder

Published on April 21, 2021

The Weld County Health Department with support from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has opened a COVID vaccination clinic at the new Weld County Clerk and Recorder building, 1250 H Street in Greeley. The clinic operates from 8:30 a.m. - 6:10 p.m. on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays; 12:30-4:30 p.m. on Wednesdays; and 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. on Saturdays.

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Driver Distraction Remains a Growing Factor in Traffic Crashes

Published on April 06, 2021

Research shows that more than a third of all U.S. drivers admitted to talking or texting while behind the wheel. In Weld County, 90 percent of respondents to the 2019 Community Health Survey admitted to talking on the phone while driving and 69 percent admitted to texting or emailing when driving.

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COVID-19 Vaccine Phase 2 starts Friday

Published on March 31, 2021

On Friday April 2, Governor Polis is moving the State’s vaccination phases to Phase 2, the final phase for COVID vaccinations. Anyone who is aged 16 years and older will be eligible for a vaccine.

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WCDPHE Seeks Volunteers for COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics

Published on March 30, 2021

The Health Department is looking for non-medical volunteers to help with large-scale COVID-19 vaccination clinics in Evans at the Sunrise Monfort Family Clinic (Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays) and at their south county offices (4209 County Road 24½, Longmont) on Wednesdays.

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Sign up for COVID-19 Vaccination as Eligibility Expands to Phase 1B.4

Published on March 26, 2021

On Friday, March 19, the State of Colorado moved to Phase 1B.4, allowing people 50 and older, as well as additional frontline workers, and those with at least one high-risk condition to get their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.

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New COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Phase Will Include People 60+

Published on March 03, 2021

Phase 1B.3 begins Friday, March 5, and includes people 60 and older, grocery and ag workers, and people with two or more high-risk conditions.

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New Variants of the Virus that Causes COVID-19 Found in Weld County

Published on February 19, 2021

Two variants of the virus that causes COVID-19 have been found in Weld County. The mutated viruses are B.1.1.7, or the United Kingdom (UK) variant, and L452.

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COVID-19 Vaccine Equity Plan Stresses Vaccinations to Most Affected

Published on February 19, 2021

The plan was created to build a foundation for more local-driven processes regarding where vaccines are distributed in northern Colorado and to ensure vaccine equity across the region and among communities disproportionately affected by COVID-19.

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American Heart Month Shines Light on High Blood Pressure

Published on February 11, 2021

American Heart Month this year is shining a light on hypertension, or high blood pressure.

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COVID-19 Vaccine Eligibility Increase with Updated Distribution Phases

Published on February 05, 2021

Beginning February 8, the revised State of Colorado Vaccine Distribution Phased Approach will add to the existing vaccination efforts Coloradans ages 65-69, pre-K-12 educators and staff, childcare workers, and essential officials in state government.

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Health Department Seeks to Complete COVID-19 Vaccinations

Published on February 01, 2021

Weld County public health officials are requesting any high-risk frontline health care workers and first responders who have not yet received their COVID-19 vaccine to contact the Health Department as soon as possible to receive their vaccination.

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Free short-term radon test kits during Radon Action Month

Published on January 19, 2021

Long-term radon exposure is the leading cause of lung cancer among nonsmokers and the second-leading cause of lung cancer among smokers. Testing is easy, and it’s the only way to know if your health is at risk.

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Healthy Weight Week is January 17-23

Published on January 17, 2021

Healthy Weight Week (January 17-23) focuses on encouraging the public to make wellness a lifestyle by consuming nutritious foods and living actively.

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Prevent Cervical Cancer with Screening and HPV Vaccination

Published on January 05, 2021

During Cervical Health Awareness Month, WCDPHE, in partnership with the Women’s Wellness Connection, encourages women ages 21-64 to start the year by talking with their health care providers about scheduling a Pap test to screen for cervical cancer.

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