COVID-19 PANDEMIC UPDATE. WHERE ARE WE NOW?
Things continue to change with COVID-19 and while it is still considered a pandemic, we are definitely in a transitional phase. This week...
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Rachel Shwayder
- Aug 4
- 3 min
August is...
August is National Breastfeeding Month, which is dedicated to advocacy and promotion of breastfeeding. The theme this year is Together We...
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Rachel Shwayder
- May 26
- 3 min
Anyone with Skin Can Get Skin Cancer
Skin Cancer is one of the most frequently diagnosed cancers for women and men in the United States and is one of the top five most...
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Rachel Shwayder
- May 25
- 4 min
What's In the Clouds?
With Northeast Colorado still experiencing severe drought conditions, and the summer storm season approaching, many of us may be looking...
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Mary Brumage
- May 10
- 3 min
COVID-19 Travel Tips 2022
It’s that time of year when everyone is thinking of summer travel plans and although COVID-19 cases have decreased in our region, that’s...
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Mary Brumage
- Mar 15
- 3 min
It’s a Transitional Time Before COVID-19 Becomes Endemic
There has been a lot of talk about the “New Normal” in relation to coping with COVID-19, however we aren’t there yet. We are most likely...
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Mary Brumage
- Mar 14
- 3 min
Get to Know Food Labels
There are only a few types of foods that are exempt from nutrition fact labeling; these foods include raw fruits, vegetables, and fish....
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Mary Brumage
- Mar 11
- 4 min
Tips to Better Nutrition and Healthy Eating
Most people know that the key to managing a healthy weight is by maintaining a nutritional diet. But good nutrition goes beyond keeping...
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Mary Brumage
- Feb 16
- 3 min
Love Those Tiny Teeth
The popular misconception that primary teeth aren’t as important, because they aren’t permanent, contributes to the reason dental disease...
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Mary Brumage
- Jan 13
- 3 min
GET READY, SET… SNOW! - Planning for Winter Weather
As we move into January, historically it being our coldest and March our snowiest month, there is a possibility of some severe winter...
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Mary Brumage
- Dec 17, 2021
- 3 min
Food Safety Before, During and After a Power Outage
Power outages can happen for many reasons and in our rural communities, it can stay off for multiple days. As severe winter storm season...
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Mary Brumage
- Nov 16, 2021
- 3 min
Spread Joy, Not COVID-19 - Plan for Holiday Travel Early
The holidays are fast approaching and like last year, COVID-19 cases are increasing which means that we need to be more thoughtful around...
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Mary Brumage
- Nov 9, 2021
- 4 min
Don’t Tell Me Why to Quit, Tell Me How.
Most tobacco users know too well the benefits of quitting such as improved energy, healthier skin and most importantly preventing lung...
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Mary Brumage
- Oct 29, 2021
- 2 min
The Best Defense for Fall Illnesses is Prevention
Once again, cold and flu season is upon us. Each year, it varies in length but usually lasts from October through May. It’s important...
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Mary Brumage
- Oct 26, 2021
- 1 min
There is a Fall Triple Threat - RSV, Influenza and COVID-19
This fall, it’s especially important to get vaccinated since flu is not the only respiratory illness to be concerned about. Since August,...
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Mary Brumage
- Oct 12, 2021
- 2 min
HALLOWEEN TIPS AND TRICKS TO AVOID THE MOUTH MONSTERS!
In addition to candy's unofficial holiday - Halloween, October is also National Dental Hygiene Month. So trick-or-treating is a perfect...
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Michelle Pemberton
- Apr 7, 2021
- 1 min
2020 Public Health Shining Stars
For the past few years NCHD has recognized Public Health Shining Stars that have been nominated by NCHD staff for their partnership in...
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Mary Brumage
- Nov 18, 2020
- 4 min
THIS HOLIDAY SEASON MAKE FOOD SAFETY THE MOST IMPORTANT INGREDIENT WHEN PLANNING YOUR MENU!
The holidays are upon us and although we will be preparing for less people this year, food safety should always be a prime concern....
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Mary Brumage
- Oct 21, 2020
- 3 min
BEWARE THE MOUTH MONSTERS THIS HALLOWEEN!
October is the time for crisp chilly mornings, falling leaves, costumes and Halloween! But a child’s dream of piles of candy can be a...
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- Jun 15, 2020
- 3 min
Turning Daily Healthy Choices into Future Healthy Lifestyles
What if your children attended a school that recognized the importance of instilling healthy behaviors in your children at a young age?...
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