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Posted on: May 31, 2023

Mental Health Resources

Flowers and text about mental health resources

San Miguel County Celebrates Mental Health Awareness Month

May highlights the importance of emotional well-being, access to resources

 

Media Contact: Grace Franklin, Public Health Director, (970) 728-4289, gracef@sanmiguelcountyco.gov

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San Miguel County Public Health News
Posted on: April 20, 2023

FDA and CDC Updates and Simplifies use of COVID-19 Vaccines

COVID Vaccine Updates 04-23

 

FDA and CDC Updates and Simplifies use of COVID-19 Vaccines

Bivalent vaccines now authorized for all doses administered; 2nd bivalent booster available for certain individuals

Media Contact: Mike Bordogna, County Manager, (970) 728-3844, mikeb@san...

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San Miguel County Public Health News
Posted on: March 31, 2023

Public Health offers free Narcan and fentanyl test strips

Narcan and fentanyl test strip info

Public Health offers free Narcan and fentanyl test strips

Harm reduction is key to reducing overdoses and drug fatalities

 

Media Contact: Mike Bordogna, County Manager, 970.728.3844, mikeb@sanmiguelcountyco.gov

Grace Franklin, County Public Health D...

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San Miguel County Public Health News
Posted on: March 9, 2023

New Sexual Health Services Offered Free of Charge

New Sexual Health Services Offered Free of Charge NEWS Flash

New Sexual Health Services Offered Free of Charge

Public Health launches BC4U telehealth clinics for people 24 years of age and younger beginning Tuesday, March 14

 

Media Contact: Mike Bordogna, County Manager, 970.728.3844, mikeb@sanmiguelcountyco...

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San Miguel County Public Health News
Posted on: February 1, 2023

San Miguel County Community Health Assessment Survey Concludes

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SAN MIGUEL COUNTY COMMUNITY HEALTH ASSESSMENT SURVEY CONCLUDES

Public Health receives feedback from residents to prioritize future goals and programs

Media Contacts: Mike Bordogna, County Manager, 970.728.3844, mikeb@sanmiguelcountyco.gov

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San Miguel County Public Health News
Posted on: December 20, 2022

Respiratory Viruses Circulating Leading into the Holidays

Respiratory Viruses Circulating Leading into the Holidays

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Respiratory Viruses Circulating Leading into the Holidays

Prevent the spread of COVID, flu and RSV with simple steps

Media Contact: Mike Bordogna, County Manager, 970.728.3844, mikeb@sanmiguelcountyco.govLindsey Mills, Public Informatio...

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San Miguel County Public Health News
Posted on: December 16, 2022

Community Health Assessment Survey Closes Tonight

Community Health Assessment Survey Closes Tonight

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Community Health Assessment Survey Closes Tonight

Public Health seeks final feedback from residents to prioritize future goals and programs

Media Contact: Mike Bordogna, County Manager, 970.728.3844, mikeb@sanmiguelcountyco.govLindsey M...

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San Miguel County Public Health News
Posted on: December 14, 2022

COVID Bivalent Boosters Authorized for Children 6 months to 5 years of age

COVID Bivalent Boosters Authorized for Children 6 months to 5 years of age

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

COVID Bivalent Boosters Authorized for Children 6 months to 5 years of age

Updated boosters protect from new virus strains as winter and holiday activities arrive

Media Contact: Mike Bordogna, County Manager, 970.728.3844, mikeb@sanmigu...

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San Miguel County Public Health News
Posted on: December 6, 2022

Public Health Website Relaunched

Public Health Website Relaunched

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Public Health Website Relaunched

County COVID dashboard shut down and website information moved

Media Contact: Mike Bordogna, County Manager, 970.728.3844, mikeb@sanmiguelcountyco.govLindsey Mills, Public Information Consultant, lindsey...

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San Miguel County Public Health News
Posted on: November 29, 2022

Radon Testing Encouraged to Ensure Healthy Homes

Radon Testing Encouraged to Ensure Healthy Homes

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Radon Testing Encouraged to Ensure Healthy Homes

Public Health seeks public input for community health needs

Media Contact: Mike Bordogna, County Manager, 970.728.3844, mikeb@sanmiguelcountyco.govLindsey Mills, Public Information Consul...

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San Miguel County Public Health News
Posted on: November 15, 2022

Community Health Assessment Survey

Community Health Assessment Survey

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Community Health Assessment Survey

Public Health seeks public input for community health needs

Media Contact: Mike Bordogna, County Manager, 970.728.3844, mikeb@sanmiguelcountyco.govLindsey Mills, Public Information Consultant, lindseym...

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San Miguel County Public Health News
Posted on: November 2, 2022

Seasonal Concerns for Respiratory Illnesses

Seasonal Concerns for Respiratory Illnesses

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Seasonal Concerns for Respiratory Illnesses

Uptick in RSV cases and hospitalizations statewide draw concern for pediatric hospital capacity

Media Contact: Mike Bordogna, County Manager, 970.728.3844, mikeb@sanmiguelcountyco.govLindsey M...

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San Miguel County Public Health News
Posted on: October 14, 2022

FDA and CDC Expand Eligibility for Updated COVID Vaccines to Include Children 5 and Older

FDA and CDC Expand Eligibility for Updated COVID Vaccines to Include Children 5 and Older

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

FDA and CDC Expand Eligibility for Updated COVID Vaccines to Include Children 5 and Older

Bivalent boosters address original and omicron strains of the COVID-19 virus

Media Contact: Mike Bordogna, County Manager, 970.728.3844, mikeb@san...

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San Miguel County Public Health News
Posted on: September 21, 2022

Monkeypox Vaccines Available Tomorrow through CDPHE Vaccine Bus

Monkeypox Vaccines Available Tomorrow through CDPHE Vaccine Bus

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Monkeypox Vaccines Available Tomorrow through CDPHE Vaccine Bus

Broadened eligibility for monkeypox vaccine, increased supply expands access

Media Contact: Mike Bordogna, County Manager, 970.728.3844, mikeb@sanmiguelcountyco.govLindsey ...

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San Miguel County Public Health News
Posted on: September 13, 2022

Public Health to host flu vaccine clinics beginning September 22

Public Health to host flu vaccine clinics beginning September 22

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Public Health to host flu vaccine clinics beginning September 22

Flu and COVID vaccine clinics scheduled throughout the fall for all 6 months of age and older

Media Contact: Mike Bordogna, County Manager, 970.728.3844, mikeb@sanmiguelco...

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San Miguel County Public Health News
Posted on: September 9, 2022

Public Health and County Medical Centers Align with Updated CDC COVID Guidance

Public Health and County Medical Centers Align with Updated CDC COVID Guidance

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Public Health and County Medical Centers Align with Updated CDC COVID Guidance

Unified approach introduces clear precautionary and isolation guidance, further reducing disruptions due to exposure

Media Contact: Mike Bordogna, County Man...

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San Miguel County Public Health News
Posted on: September 6, 2022

FDA and CDC Approve Pfizer and Moderna Bivalent Boosters

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

FDA and CDC Approve Pfizer and Moderna Bivalent Boosters

Boosters updated to address original and omicron strains of the COVID-19 virus

Media Contact: Mike Bordogna, County Manager, 970.728.3844, mikeb@sanmiguelcountyco.govLindsey Mills...

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San Miguel County Public Health News
Posted on: July 19, 2022

Two Cases of Monkeypox Detected in San Miguel County

Two Cases of Monkeypox Detected in San Miguel County

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Two Cases of Monkeypox Detected in San Miguel County

Symptomatic nonresidents from the same household recovering well

Media Contact: Mike Bordogna, County Manager, 970.728.3844, mikeb@sanmiguelcountyco.govLindsey Mills, Public Informati...

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San Miguel County Public Health News
Posted on: June 16, 2022

FDA Recommends Pfizer and Moderna Vaccine for Children 6 months to 5 years of age

FDA Recommends Pfizer and Moderna Vaccine for Children

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

FDA Recommends Pfizer and Moderna Vaccine for Children 6 months to 5 years of age

Public Health to host forum to discuss vaccine and local plan for rollout

Media Contact: Mike Bordogna, County Manager, 970.728.3844, mikeb@sanmiguelcount...

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San Miguel County Public Health News