FDA, CDC Approve Boosters for Moderna, J&J Recipients

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FDA, CDC Approve Boosters for Moderna, J&J Recipients

Mix-and-match approach approved for booster shots based on preference and availability

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Public Health Releases Suggested Guidance for the Halloween Holiday

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Public Health Releases Suggested Guidance for the Halloween Holiday

Mask Requirement in Public Indoor Spaces in Effect through 11:59 pm on Monday, November 1

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Proclamation of the Board of Commissioners of San Miguel County, Colorado

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Proclamation of the Board of Commissioners of San Miguel County, Colorado

Acknowledging and Appreciation of Public Health Advisory Volunteers during COVID-19

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Public Health Welcomes New Team Members

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Public Health Welcomes New Team Members

Contact Tracing Supervisor Hannah Max and Community Outreach Specialist Andres Jacinto to join the team

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At-Home COVID Testing Protocol

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At-Home COVID Testing Protocol

Public Health Confirms Fourth COVID-Related Death 

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Public Health Flu Shot Clinics Begin

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Public Health Flu Shot Clinics Begin

CDC Recommends Flu Shots for Everyone 6 Months and Older

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Public Health, Medical Centers Update COVID Guidance

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Public Health, Medical Centers Update COVID Guidance

Unified approach introduces clear testing, isolation and quarantine guidance for employees, parents, and children

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Public Health Extends Mask Requirement in Public Indoor Spaces

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Public Health Extends Mask Requirement in Public Indoor Spaces

Maintaining mask orders continue to curb observed increase in COVID cases

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Who Is Eligible for Third Doses of COVID-19 Vaccines?

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Who Is Eligible for Third Doses of COVID-19 Vaccines?

Pfizer and Moderna authorized for immunocompromised individuals, Pfizer also authorized for 65 and older

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Close Contacts of Known Positives Increase

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Close Contacts of Known Positives Increase

Public Health highlights layered protection to prevent COVID-19 spread

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State Releases New Guidance for COVID Prevention in Schools

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State Releases New Guidance for COVID Prevention in Schools

Pediatric cases increased when school went back in session, CDPHE aligns with Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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Respiratory Syncytial Virus Outbreak

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Respiratory Syncytial Virus Outbreak

Eight laboratory confirmed cases amongst infants and toddlers results in precautionary measures at local childcare facility

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Mask Requirement in Public Indoor Spaces Protects Education and Economy

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Mask Requirement in Public Indoor Spaces Protects Education and Economy

In-person education and keeping businesses open are the greatest goals in wearing masks

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Public Health Implements Mask Requirement in Public Indoor Spaces

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Public Health Implements Mask Requirement in Public Indoor Spaces

Precautionary measures implemented to curb observed increase in COVID incidence, positivity, and hospitalization rates

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San Miguel County Mourns the Loss of Two Residents

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San Miguel County Mourns the Loss of Two Residents

COVID incidence, hospitalization and death rates increase as county discusses prevention

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San Miguel County Public Health Continues to Analyze COVID Prevalence

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San Miguel County Public Health Continues to Analyze COVID Prevalence

Restrictions pending case trends, positivity, and incidence rates

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FDA Approves Pfizer BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine

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FDA Approves Pfizer BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine

San Miguel County Public Health to continue vaccine clinics

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Delta Variant Causes Severe Spike in Wastewater Data and Positivity Rate

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Delta Variant Causes Severe Spike in Wastewater Data and Positivity Rate

Proactive preventative measures strongly recommended for all

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Registration Open for Third COVID-19 Vaccine Dose for Immunocompromised Individuals

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Registration Open for Third COVID-19 Vaccine Dose for Immunocompromised Individuals

Public Health links live for additional vaccine dose after FDA authorization

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FDA Authorizes Additional Vaccine Dose for Certain Immunocompromised Individuals

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FDA Authorizes Additional Vaccine Dose for Certain Immunocompromised Individuals

Public Health to Offer Clinics Next Week 

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Testing Remains Low, Is Key to Stopping the Spread of COVID

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Testing Remains Low, Is Key To Stopping the Spread of COVID

Delta variant dominates the county resulting in rapid spread of the virus throughout

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COVID Cases Worldwide Surpass 200 Million Confirmed, World Health Organization Moves to Modify Vacci

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COVID Cases Worldwide Surpass 200 Million Confirmed, World Health Organization Moves to Modify Vaccine Distribution Efforts

As COVID surges due to Delta variant, responsibilities fall on vaccinated and unvaccinated people alike

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Breastfeeding: A Shared Responsibility

Breastfeeding: A Shared Responsibility

(August 2, 2021) – San Miguel County, CO --- August 1-7 is World Breastfeeding Week (WBW), often celebrated as World Breastfeeding Month in our neck of the woods. WBW is an annual celebration of breastfeedin...

New CDC guidance as Delta variant cases increase nationwide

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New CDC guidance as Delta variant cases increase nationwide

Masks now recommended indoors when in areas of substantial or high transmission

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COVID-19 Spreads Rapidly, Increasing Call for Precautionary Measures

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COVID-19 Spreads Rapidly, Increasing Call for Precautionary Measures

Delta variant and slowing vaccine uptake lead to highest positivity and hospitalization rates since winter

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Colorado Mosquitoes Test Positive for West Nile

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Colorado Mosquitoes Test Positive for West Nile

Weld County mosquitoes indicate the virus is present and circulating throughout the state

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Second Domestic Cat in San Miguel County Tests Positive for the Plague

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Second Domestic Cat in San Miguel County Tests Positive for the Plague

Flea and rodent prevention imperative to protecting domestic animals

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San Miguel County Ranked 6th in Healthiest Communities Rankings 2021

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San Miguel County Ranked 6th in Healthiest Communities Rankings 2021

U.S. News and World Report scores counties based on 10 categories that drive community health

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Domestic Cat in San Miguel County Tests Positive for the Plague

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Domestic Cat in San Miguel County Tests Positive for the Plague

Cases common in summer amongst domestic and wild animals, rare cases of transmission to humans

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Masks Remain a Useful Tool in Preventing COVID-19 Transmission

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Masks Remain a Useful Tool in Preventing COVID-19 Transmission

Immunocompromised, partially or unvaccinated, and others will continue to find masks useful

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