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

(May 27, 2023)...

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

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

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

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

Public Health offers free Narcan and fentanyl test strips

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...

New Sexual Health Services Offered Free of Charge

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...

San Miguel County Community Health Assessment Survey Concludes

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

(February 1, 2023) ...

Respiratory Viruses Circulating Leading into the Holidays

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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...

Community Health Assessment Survey Closes Tonight

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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...

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

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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...

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...

Radon Testing Encouraged to Ensure Healthy Homes

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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...

Community Health Assessment Survey

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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...

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...

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

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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...

Monkeypox Vaccines Available Tomorrow through CDPHE Vaccine Bus

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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 ...

Public Health to host flu vaccine clinics beginning September 22

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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...

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...

FDA and CDC Approve Pfizer and Moderna Bivalent Boosters

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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...

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...

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

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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...