Denver Health

10/27/2025

💗 💙 October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, a time to honor the little souls who left us too soon and acknowledge the profound loss that parents and families endure. Every story matters and every loss deserves compassion and care.

At Denver Health, we continue to strengthen the support we provide patients through bedside care, follow up calls and a re-established perinatal loss committee. Led by our perinatal loss coordinator Natasha Walker, RN, we are creating more pathways to healing, including a monthly grief support group launching in January 2026 and expanded outreach for fathers, siblings and extended family members.

💞 Our mission is to ensure that every parent who experiences loss receives ongoing care, comfort and connection for up to a year after their stay.

If you or someone you know has experienced pregnancy or infant loss, you are not alone. Denver Health is committed to providing compassionate care, resources and support. Learn more on our website: https://den.health/OBGYNresources

10/26/2025

🚴‍♂️ Denver Health Paramedics are always on the move, whether responding to emergencies or connecting with our community.

Recently, two of our bike medics were on 16th Street distributing naloxone and sharing education on overdose prevention as part of our partnership with The Naloxone Project.

While on patrol they crossed paths with fellow public safety partners from Denver Police Department's motorcycle unit and met representatives from Volcanic Bikes, the company behind our durable patrol bikes, who were visiting Denver for the International Association of Chiefs of Police Conference.

💙 We are proud to collaborate with organizations like The Naloxone Project and Volcanic Bikes that help us keep our community safe.

10/25/2025

🎃 It’s almost time for Trunk or Treat! 👻

Grab your costumes, candy bags and spooky spirit, Denver Health is hosting not one but TWO Trunk or Treat events next week for families and our community to enjoy.

🧡 Tuesday, October 28
📍 Federico F. Peña Southwest Family Health Center Staff Parking Lot, 1339 S Federal Blvd, Denver, 80219
🕠 5:30–7:00 p.m.

💜 Wednesday, October 29
📍 Denver Health La Casa/Quigg Newton Family Health Center, 4545 Navajo Street, Denver, 80211
🕠 5:30–7:00 p.m.

Join us for decorated trunks, free candy, music and Halloween fun for all ages. Costumes are encouraged and treats are guaranteed! 🍬✨

10/24/2025

10/24/2025

✨ Denver Health medical staff gathered at the History Colorado Center for the annual Medical Staff Awards Banquet. Each year, the office highlights the exceptional contributions of deserving doctors and advanced practice providers who exemplify clinical excellence, compassionate care and dedication to Denver Health’s mission.

Congratulations to all honorees and nominees! We are proud to recognize the exceptional care they provide to our patients and community every day. 💙

10/22/2025

Denver Health’s Office of Community Integrated Health Care hosted an open house yesterday bringing together partners, community leaders and employees to address health disparities and equity issues impacting our communities every day.

The evening featured community partner booths, collaborative discussions and a networking session centered on building connections and advancing collective efforts for equitable care. 🤝

Thank you to everyone who joined in sharing ideas, strengthening relationships and working together toward a healthier, more connected Denver. 💙

10/22/2025

🫁 It's , a time to recognize the dedicated respiratory therapists and care teams who advance lung health across our community.

At Denver Health our Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine Division provides expert multidisciplinary care for patients in Denver and beyond, treating conditions such as asthma, sleep apnea, pneumonia and COPD.

Our team is nationally recognized for top performing sepsis and ventilator care in the Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU) and offers one of a kind diagnostic and therapeutic sleep programs.

💙 Thank you to all the respiratory care professionals who help our patients breathe easier every day.

👉 Learn more or schedule an appointment: https://den.health/pulmonary-care

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10/21/2025

🎃 It’s officially spooky season, which means Denver Health is hitting the streets in scrubs once again for the 8th Annual Broadway Halloween Parade this Saturday, October 25!

The fun starts at 6 p.m. at 500 N Broadway, but if you want a front row seat to the action, we encourage an early arrival. Our marchers and Denver Health Paramedics will be handing out no tricks, only plenty of treats for all! 🍬 🍫

Come cheer on our team of health care heroes who work to keep our community healthy and thriving every day. See you there! 👻

10/19/2025

💗 Yesterday marked another incredible year at Denver’s Susan G. Komen More Than Pink Walk, a powerful event uniting our community in the fight to end breast cancer!

Team Denver Health showed up strong with nearly 250 members and more than $4,500 raised to support life-saving breast cancer research, prevention and care. A special thank-you to our Breast Care team, employees and volunteers whose energy and dedication made it an unforgettable morning. 👏

Together we walked to bring hope, strength and support to all those impacted by breast cancer.

At Denver Health, our breast care specialists are committed to providing the highest quality care to all. Learn more about our services at https://den.health/breast-care

10/16/2025

🦷 October is National Dental Hygiene Month, a time to celebrate the dental professionals who help us keep healthy smiles. 💙

Across the country, dental assistants and hygienists are in short supply. To help meet this growing need, Denver Health is offering scholarships for students pursuing dental assistant training through our on-the-job program, helping to remove barriers, strengthen our workforce and expand access to care.

Through our partnership with Denver Public Schools, students can also receive preventive oral health services such as cleanings and sealants at no cost during the school day.

Learn more in the CBS Colorado article featuring Denver Health’s Dani Ford, dental hygienist and administrator for our school-based oral health programs: https://den.health/CBSdentalhygiene

For more information visit our website at https://den.health/DentalAssistant

10/15/2025

💞🚶The countdown is on to this year’s Susan G. Komen More Than Pink Walk! Join us this Saturday, October 16 at City Park as we walk with our community and partners in the fight to end breast cancer.

As a proud sponsor for the third consecutive year and this year’s largest walking team, Denver Health already has more than 225 confirmed walkers and has collectively raised nearly $4,000, doubling last year’s total.

This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we’re coming together to honor those impacted by breast cancer and support life-saving research, prevention and care. Every step makes a difference.

💪 💗 Join the fight. Sign up to walk with us: https://den.health/2025KomenWalk

10/13/2025

💙 October is National Down Syndrome Awareness Month, a time to celebrate the unique strengths, talents and contributions of people with Down syndrome.

Down syndrome is the most common chromosomal condition, affecting about 1 in 770 babies in the U.S. Thanks to advances in health care, individuals with Down syndrome are living longer, healthier lives and making meaningful impacts in their communities.

In 2018, our Federico F. Peña Family Health Center opened the Global Adult Down Syndrome Clinic in partnership with the Global Down Syndrome Foundation, to provide high quality care to Colorado adults with Down syndrome. Thanks to funding from the Anna & John J. Sie Foundation, the clinic provides early diagnosis, specialty referrals and community partnerships that promote inclusion and lifelong support.

📺 Hear from Denver Health internal medicine physician Nicholas Breitnauer, MD, as he shares insights on care, inclusion and person-first language on FOX31 KDVR.com: https://den.health/DSAM_Fox31

Learn more about the clinic here: https://den.health/GADSClinic