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…
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…
Super Bowl Food Safety Tips
January 30, 2024Whether you’re looking forward to rooting for your favorite football team, or are eagerly anticipating this year’s commercials, one thing is paramount to a Super Bowl party – the delicious spread of food. Unlike other food holidays where meals are often consumed within an hour, Super Bowl parties often include…
Let’s keep those kiddos safe during Safe Toy and Gifts Month
December 1, 2023It’s easy to get caught up in the excitement of gift giving during the holidays, but it’s also important to be aware of potential dangers, especially when giving toys as gifts to children. ...
The Do’s and Don’ts of Safely Cooking and Serving Your Thanksgiving Turkey
November 12, 2023Look into the best way to thaw your turkey safely. Depending on the size of the bird, some ways of thawing may be preferred over others. ...
November is National Diabetes Awareness Month
November 9, 2023November is National Diabetes Awareness Month and according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 37 million Americans live with diabetes and 86 million with prediabetes, a health condition that can lead to type 2 diabetes....
Mindful eating tips for the holiday season
November 8, 2023During this time of year, it’s easy to get caught up in the holiday spirit and let your guard down when it comes to maintaining your healthy lifestyle....
Ask Dr. Mayer: What do I need to know about flu, RSV and COVID vaccines?
November 2, 2023While you may not be able to avoid every virus, vaccines can decrease your chances of catching COVID-19, influenza (flu) and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and help you to get less sick if you do catch them....
The Importance of Drug Take Back Day
October 24, 2023FV-CTC has been able to collect 430 pounds of unused and expired medications and distribute 300 medication lockboxes to prevent drug misuse and unintentional overdose deaths...
10 Ways to Focus on Mental Health During Seasonal Depression Awareness Month
October 20, 2023Seasonal depression, also called seasonal affective disorder (SAD), is a type of depression that is related to the change of seasons....
Make a healthy apple crisp for National Dessert Month
October 20, 2023This healthy, yummy apple crisp dessert is perfect for this time of year. Enjoy!...