El Paso County Public Health again offers immunizations at Backpack Bash
July 18, 2023Every child deserves to start the school year with everything they need to be successful. That includes routine childhood immunization that keep children, and their classmates and teachers, healthy and strong....
Biking to work has big health benefits
June 27, 2023Want to improve your health? Bike to Work Day is a wonderful opportunity to see if bicycle commuting works for your schedule and lifestyle. Biking to work is an easy way to regularly fit in a workout, improving your physical and mental health. It can also help you save money, benefit the environment, and (with a well-planned route) allow you to escape the stressful traffic of a morning and evening commute....
Celebrate Family Health & Fitness Day By Getting Outdoors
June 8, 2023Research has shown that parks, trails and other outdoor activities provide a connection to nature, which relieves stress, strengthens interpersonal relationships and improves mental and physical health. Park and recreation agencies are vital to connecting community members to programs, services and facilities that improve health outcomes and enhance quality of life....
Follow These Steps To Ensure Your Family Is Swimming Safely
May 22, 2023Summer 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. El Paso County Public Health (EPCPH) wants to remind swimmers to protect themselves and their loved ones from getting sick while enjoying the pool, hot tub/spa, or water playground....
Local governments and governing bodies recognize 2023 National Public Health Week
April 3, 2023National Public Health Week is an annual recognition of the work conducted by public health agencies across the country. In El Paso County, local municipalities and the El Paso County Board of Health have issued proclamations to recognize the work of public health staff to protect and promote community and individual health....
Health tips for the new year
January 3, 2023Every year, millions of people make New Year’s resolutions, hoping to spark positive change. It’s the perfect time of year to reflect on areas of your life you’d like to improve, and with a few simple steps, you can set yourself up for success....