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07/26/2025

☀️Did you know that living at high altitude exposes your skin to 30% more UV radiation than at sea level? July is UV Safety Month, and in sunny Colorado protecting your skin is more important than ever.

🧴From year-round sunscreen to routine skin checks, small habits make a big difference. Denver Health’s Lindsey Fish, MD, joined CBS Colorado to share expert advice on preventing skin cancer and staying sun safe.

📺Watch the segment to learn more: https://den.health/CBSsegment_UVsafety.

07/15/2025

Mark your calendars! A Denver Health Mobile Health Center will be at Axum Park from 8 a.m.-noon on Saturday, July 19, offering free breast cancer screenings for eligible community members.

Denver Health is proud to support this event for the second year. Help spread the word, share with your communities and join us.

✔️ No referral required
✔️ Available for women 40 or older
✔️ Quick, comfortable and potentially lifesaving

📍 Axum Park: MLK Jr. Boulevard at Birch Street
📅 Saturday, July 19 | ⏰ 8 a.m.-noon

Enjoy complimentary snacks, music and giveaways while you wait.

📞 Call 303-602-7900 to schedule an appointment or add yourself to the schedule here: https://denverhealth.jotform.com/form/202737488978072. Walk-ins welcome.

07/14/2025

Summer in Colorado is a wonderful time, but it also comes with risks. Hot, stagnate air combined with wildfire smoke across the state brings major air quality concerns to The Mile High City. We encourage everyone to be mindful of ozone and smoke alerts in your area, especially those with asthma, heart or lung conditions.

Make sure to:

✅ Check daily air quality
🏃 Limit outdoor activity when alerts are active
🚗 Cut down on car trips when possible

Protect yourself and your loved ones this season.

07/09/2025

🦟The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment recently detected this season’s first trace of West Nile virus in a mosquito sample, a timely reminder to take precautions while enjoying the outdoors.

Lindsey Fish, MD, medical director at Denver Health's Federico F. Peña Southwest Family Health Center and Urgent Care joined CBS Colorado live to break down what you need to know about mosquito-borne illnesses and how to keep you and your family safe this summer.

📺 Watch the full segment below👇.

Dr. Lindsey Fish, Internal Medicine with Urgent Care at Denver Health, explains how prevention starts with awareness of mosquito-borne diseases.

07/07/2025

Congratulations to Denver Health’s incredible respiratory therapy team members who were honored at the 2025 Colorado Respiratory Care Society State Conference for their leadership, mentorship and dedication to the field.

⭐ Leadership Practitioner of the Year Award:

-Cheri Sims, BSRC, RRT, and Andi Ellis, RRT
-Honorable mention: Russell Woodruff

⭐ RT Preceptor/Instructor of the Year:

Winner: Cheri Sims, BSRC, RRT
Nominee: Russell Woodruff

🌟And a special shoutout to Danielle Roberts, MD, named Provider of the Year!

Thank you to each of you for your commitment to clinical excellence and the future of respiratory care. 💙

07/03/2025

Do you find yourself struggling to open a jar? Your grip might be telling you more than you think. Studies show that grip strength can predict your heart health, mobility, independence and even longevity.

“Grip strength is a simple and powerful predictor for general health and quality of life,” said Denver Health physical therapist Maegan Olivos, PT, DPT, MPH.

The good news? You don’t need a gym or special equipment to improve it. Just a few minutes and a can of soup can go a long way. 🥫 💪

📖 Read our Denver Health Journeys story to learn how to test and build your grip strength at home: https://mc.dhha.org/grip-strength-health

🗞️ Sign up for the Journeys newsletter to get health tips from our experts straight to your inbox: https://den.health/journeys_sign-up

07/01/2025

📢 Planning a visit to Denver Health this holiday weekend? Make sure to check our adjusted hours and closures for July 4 and 5 before you go.

📅 View the full schedule here: https://den.health/Fourth_of_July_Hours

Wishing you a safe and fun-filled holiday weekend. 💙

06/30/2025

🩺 As June comes to a close, we’re wrapping up Men’s Health Month by highlighting a preventable health issue that’s increasingly affecting younger men: kidney stones.

In a recent FOX31 interview, Denver Health’s Kyle Szymanski, MD, shared that more patients in their 20s and 30s are coming in with kidney stones, some requiring surgery.

💧 His advice? Stay hydrated. Skip the soda, energy drinks and alcohol. Water is key.

“The biggest thing is prevention,” Szymanski said.

At Denver Health, we're committed to helping men take control of their health through regular checkups and lifestyle choices that can prevent serious conditions down the road.

📺 Watch the full interview here: https://den.health/FOX31newsinterview

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06/27/2025

As we gear up for Fourth of July celebrations, Denver Health is teaming up with city partners to help keep our community safe and healthy.

🚑 Lt. Jesse Wright from Denver Health's Paramedic Division spoke at today’s Independence Day safety press conference to remind Denverites that while the Fourth is a time for fun, it can also bring risks.

Here are a few simple reminders to keep you and your loved ones safe this holiday weekend:

🎆 Leave the fireworks to the pros: Illegal fireworks can lead to burns, injuries and fires.
🚗 Don’t drive under the influence: Plan ahead and get home safely.
🐾 Keep pets indoors: Fireworks can be loud and scary for our furry friends.
☀️ Celebrate smart: Stay hydrated and keep an eye on little ones in the heat.

Let’s make this Fourth of July safe, joyful and emergency free. Watch the conference below 👇.

Denver Health Paramedics Denver Fire Department Denver Parks and Recreation Denver Police Department

Denver – Friday, June 27, 2025 – Independence Day celebrations, when not done responsibly, can pose serious health and safety risks. Therefore, several Denve...

06/26/2025

You Decide Denver (YDD), a new initiative from Denver Health’s Center for Addiction Medicine, is coming this June.👏

Through participatory budgeting, $100,000 in private philanthropy will go directly to non-clinical, community-led projects that support individuals navigating substance use and recovery.

We’re looking for partners and changemakers to help bring these ideas to life.

📩To get involved, contact us at YouDecideDenver@dhha.org. Ready to submit an idea? Use the link: https://www.denverhealth.org/for-professionals/you-decide-denver

Interested in employment opportunities? We're looking for Budget Delegates (2–4 hours per week; stipend-supported) to help turn community ideas into real project proposals. Perfect for anyone passionate about harm reduction, recovery, or community advocacy.

For more information, apply here: https://forms.gle/GnnHgdonKCFgaJS47

06/26/2025

👶 Welcoming a new baby can be an exciting and busy time. That’s why Denver Health’s Family Connects program offers up to three free, in-home nurse visits to parents that deliver at Denver Health. From health checks to comprehensive support, we’re here to make sure you don’t have to do it alone.

🎥 Meet Mia, supervisor of nurse home visits at Family Connects, who recently sat down with Great Day Colorado to share how the program is helping families feel supported, seen and confident in those early weeks at home. Watch the full interview below.

For more information on the Family Connects program visit: https://den.health/family_connects

Learn more about the Family Connects and Denver Health partnership that encourages in-home nurse visits for parents that deliver at Denver Health.

06/25/2025

Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser announced a $3 million grant to bring naloxone, a lifesaving overdose reversal medication, to more communities across Colorado.

Weiser was joined Tuesday by Denver Health CEO Donna Lynne at a press conference in front of Denver Health’s Center for Addiction Medicine. The event highlighted the impact this investment will have on the community and featured powerful stories from people with lived experience. 💙

State data shows that making naloxone more accessible in the community is already saving lives. Fentanyl-related deaths, which had been rising steadily for years, declined in 2024. As a frontline provider in Colorado’s opioid response, Denver Health is proud to partner in this effort to save lives and expand harm-reduction resources. 🙌


The Colorado Attorney General's Office