Jefferson County Public Health

03/14/2026

03/14/2026

Here are some tips from Xcel Energy Colorado on how to prepare for a PSPS (Public Safety Power Shutoff):

Prepare Your Home
• Turn your refrigerator and freezer to the coldest settings so food stays safe longer if the power goes out.
• Unplug or switch off electronics and appliances that could be damaged by a power surge when electricity is restored.
• Keep portable power banks charged and make sure you have extra batteries available.
• Choose a safe outdoor area for generators, grills, and camp stoves, and check that they are in good working order. Never use them inside or in enclosed spaces.
• Make sure everyone in your household knows how to open the garage door manually if needed.

Prepare Yourself and Your Community
• Write down important phone numbers and emergency contacts so you can reach them even if devices lose power.
• Keep a well-stocked first aid kit at home with enough supplies for everyone in your household.
• Have extra prescription and over the counter medications ready, especially if anyone in your home relies on medication that needs special storage.
• Fully charge medical devices ahead of time and make sure backup power is available for any equipment that requires electricity.
• Check on neighbors who may need extra help, including older adults and people with disabilities.
• Do not forget to include food, water, medications, and other essentials for your pets in your emergency planning.

03/13/2026

03/13/2026

Spring break often means more time near water. A few simple water safety steps can make a big difference. Layers of protection help — like swim lessons, CPR training for caregivers and U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jackets near open water.

Small actions add up to safer splash days. 💧

03/12/2026

03/12/2026

A restaurant in Jeffco may have been exposed to measles on March 10th to March 11th from 8 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.
Anyone who visited the Bout Time Pub & Grub at that time should check their measles vaccination status, get vaccinated as soon as possible if needed, and watch for symptoms.

For more information about measles exposure locations in Colorado, visit: https://bit.ly/CDPHEMarch12
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Un restaurante en el condado de Jefferson pudo haber estado expuesto al sarampión del 10 al 11 de marzo, entre las 8 p.m. y las 12:30 a.m.

Cualquier persona que haya visitado Bout Time Pub & Grub en ese horario debe verificar su registro de vacunación contra el sarampión, vacunarse lo antes posible si es necesario y estar atenta a los síntomas.

Para obtener más información sobre los lugares de exposición al sarampión en Colorado: https://bit.ly/CDPHEMarch12

03/11/2026

Viajar durante las vacaciones de primavera puede significar visitar lugares nuevos, estar en espacios concurridos y compartir el aire con muchas personas.

Los casos de sarampión están aumentando, por lo que es muy importante estar prevenido. Revisar los registros de vacunación de su familia antes del viaje puede darle tranquilidad.

Pequeñas acciones ayudan a proteger sus planes — y a cuidar a quienes lo rodean. www.jeffco.us/measles

03/11/2026

Spring break travel can mean new places, busy spaces and lots of shared air.

Measles cases are rising, which makes awareness especially important. A quick check of your family’s vaccine records before a trip can help bring peace of mind.

Small steps help protect your plans — and the people around you.
www.jeffco.us/measles

03/10/2026

Springtime in Colorado is unpredictable — just when you think it’s warming up, snow is on the schedule. ❄️ Be ready for anything: keep an emergency kit in your car, layer up and check the forecast before heading out.

https://www.jeffco.us/3588/Winter-Preparedness

03/09/2026

New babies bring a lot of moments where you stop and wonder what’s normal — about feeding, sleep, emotions or how you’re feeling overall. Family Connects offers free nurse home visits for Jeffco families with newborns so you have someone you can ask, openly and without judgment. 💗

Our registered nurses support both you and your baby, share trusted guidance and help connect you to local resources that fit your needs. If your baby is under 12 weeks old, you’re eligible to sign up and get support that meets you where you are. www.jeffco.us/4951/Family-Connects
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Los bebés recién nacidos traen muchos momentos en los que uno se pregunta qué es normal — sobre la alimentación, el sueño, las emociones o cómo se siente como padre o madre. Nuestro programa Family Connects ofrece visitas gratuitas de enfermería a domicilio para familias de Jeffco con recién nacidos, para que tenga a alguien a quien consultar de manera abierta y sin juzgarlo. 💗

Nuestras enfermeras registradas lo apoyan a usted y a su bebé, brindan orientación confiable y lo ayudan a conectarse con recursos locales que se ajusten a sus necesidades. Si su bebé tiene menos de 12 semanas, puede registrarse y recibir apoyo personalizado según sus necesidades.

Conozca cómo inscribirse y recibir apoyo en: www.jeffco.us/4951/Family-Connects

03/09/2026

Es posible que haya escuchado comentarios sobre el aluminio en las vacunas — y es normal tener dudas.

El aluminio se ha usado de manera segura en algunas vacunas durante décadas como sustancia que refuerza la vacuna, es decir, ayuda al sistema de defensas a crear una protección fuerte y duradera. La cantidad que se utiliza es muy pequeña y el cuerpo puede procesarla sin problema.

No todas las vacunas contienen aluminio y, cuando se incluye, es porque los estudios demuestran que ayuda a que la vacuna sea más eficaz. La investigación continua sigue confirmando que los reforzadores de aluminio son seguros y efectivos.