Grilling Safety Tips
July 22, 2024July is traditionally the peak month for grilling, but anymore, many cooks use their grills all year long. It’s important to remember, there can be safety concerns ranging from various burn injuries, fires and other property damage when using a grill. Here are a few tips from the National Fire…
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Prevent West Nile virus and stay safe from mosquitos this summer
July 12, 2024In the summer and fall months, mosquitos bite day and night, leading to itchy sores and possibly spreading disease. West Nile virus is most commonly spread through the bite of an infected mosquito. West Nile virus can cause symptoms such as fever, headache, body aches, vomiting, diarrhea or rash. Rarely, some…
El Paso County Public Health launches innovative digital behavioral health platform
July 10, 2024El Paso County Public Health launches innovative digital behavioral health platform Pikes Peak Rising 360 increases easy access to cutting-edge resources to support mental health El Paso County, CO – El Paso County Public Health (EPCPH) is launching an innovative new digital behavioral health platform with the goal of…
Prioritizing your health during National Men’s Health Week
June 10, 2024What is Men’s Health Week? Men’s Health Week is celebrated the week leading up to Father’s Day from June 10 through 16 and aims to bring awareness to preventable health problems. Men’s Health Week encourages early detection and treatment of disease among men and boys to promote healthier, longer and…
Food allergies highlighted during Food Allergy Awareness Month
May 28, 2024May is Food Allergy Awareness Month, a time dedicated to learning more about food allergies and how to keep those with food allergies safe. Millions of Americans live with food allergies and may experience adverse reactions—most reactions cause mild symptoms, but some are severe and may even be life-threating. About…
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