El Paso County Public Health (EPCPH) has been recognized with an Achievement Award from the National Association of Counties (NACo) for the second straight year. The awards honor innovative, effective county government programs that strengthen services for residents. 

Summer is here, and in Colorado, it starts the busy swimming season! Swimming is a great way to stay physically active, have fun and relax while enjoying the company of friends and family.

In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, Public Health emphasizes the benefits of social connection for mental health and ways to build and strengthen connections with one another. Research shows that building connections with others and feeling well-connected to the community increases a sense of belonging, enhances emotional well-being, and lowers levels of social isolation or loneliness.  

The Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) has presented El Paso County Public Health (EPCPH) with two new awards: the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting and the Outstanding Achievement in Popular Annual Financial Reporting (PAFR Award). 

This quarterly publication is intended to provide El Paso County-specific data—with a focus on the impact of opioids—to help keep community partners and stakeholders informed with the local data and resources needed to support the health and safety of all El Paso County residents.