Celebrating El Paso County Public Health’s nurses during National Nurses Week
May 6, 2024National Nurses Week is celebrated annually between May 6, National Nurses Day, and May 12, the birthday of celebrated nurse Florence Nightingale. The 2024 theme of National Nurses Week is “Nurses Make the Difference”, highlighting the dedication of nurses, their contributions, sacrifices, and dedication to their profession and to their…
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Happy National Pet Day! & Tips for getting your pets ready for spring and summer
April 11, 2024National Pet Day is observed on April 11 each year and celebrates the relationship we have with our beloved pet(s). This holiday also helps to highlight and bring awareness to the many pets who are eagerly awaiting their forever home. According to HelpGuide.org, pets not only provide a great sense…
El Paso County Board of Health special session resolution
April 11, 2024El Paso County Board of Health opposes Colorado House Bill 24-1028 El Paso County, CO – At a special session on April 11, 2024, the El Paso County Board of Health unanimously opposed House Bill 24-1028. At the special session Board of Health meeting, board members discussed Colorado House Bill…
Groundwater Awareness Week (GWAW) is taking place March 10-16 in 2024!
March 13, 2024El Paso County Public Health can help you find out if your well water is safe to drink In 1999, Groundwater Awareness Week was established as a platform to encourage annual water well testing and well maintenance and to highlight the responsible development, management and use of groundwater....
Get big results by starting with tiny habits
February 15, 2024Many people like to start a new year by setting new goals to reach throughout the next 365 days. Goals can range from exercising more, losing weight, learning a new language to behavior changes like being more accepting or lessening time spent on social media. The list could go on…
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Michelle Beyrle
Public Health Information Officer
Email: michellebeyrle@elpasoco.com
Phone: (719) 244-1947
Pamela Preston
Deputy Public Health Information Officer
Email: pamelapreston@elpasoco.com
Phone: (719) 244-8216
