Teen vaping down, local officials still concerned
October 21, 2024State and local numbers indicate teen nicotine use is down, but students and school resource officers in Colorado Springs are saying they are seeing an increased usage in schools — particularly when it comes to discrete vaping devices.
‘We need some TLC’: Southeast Colorado Springs first in line for new community growth plan
October 21, 2024When the initial work on the neighborhood plan started in 2021, RISE Southeast was a health initiative of El Paso County Public Health halfway through its seven-year funding commitment. RISE is now in its first year operating as a standalone nonprofit with the same focus on building a healthy and…
Tips for a safe and happy Halloween
October 4, 2024No matter how you celebrate fall or Halloween, it’s important to remember a few tips to keep everyone safe during this spooky time.
El Paso County Board of Health takes a stance on recreational marijuana ballot measures
September 30, 2024The El Paso County Board of Public Health has officially come out against a ballot question that will ask Colorado Springs citizens to vote on allowing existing medical marijuana shops to sell recreational marijuana in city limits.
World Suicide Awareness Day
September 10, 2024Data from El Paso County Public Health shows that suicide remains a tragic challenge in our community, particularly for youth. It is important to address mental health needs in our community on World Suicide Awareness Day.
COVID-19 in Colorado
August 20, 2024El Paso County Public Health says they’re keeping a close eye on the recent up-tick in COVID-19.
First human case of West Nile confirmed
August 20, 2024Officials expect mosquito activity to increase in El Paso County.
How to stay safe in the heat
August 18, 2024El Paso County Public Health shares some educational tips for the community to keep in mind when attending outdoor events.
It’s back to school and back to connection
August 1, 2024EPCPH Co-Medical Director Paul Mayer authored this article about supporting youth mental health and well-being as they embark on a new school year.
Colorado Springs Hispanic Chamber organizes back-to-school vaccine clinics
July 22, 2024The Colorado Springs Hispanic Chamber, the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, and Julissa Soto of Latino Health Equity Consulting have launched a new community outreach initiative called One School, One Vaccine at a Time.
Springs officials unveil digital mental health tool
July 11, 2024El Paso County Public Health announced the new online platform Pikes Peak Rising 360, a “first-of-its-kind, digital self-help platform” that connects users to a library of resources on hundreds of behavioral health topics.
COVID-19 cases see typical summer increase for third year in a row
July 5, 2024COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations in El Paso County are on the rise after hitting a low in the spring.