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This Thanksgiving, give your lungs something to be thankful for! Skip the smoke break, not the stuffing. Quitting to***c...
11/25/2025

This Thanksgiving, give your lungs something to be thankful for! Skip the smoke break, not the stuffing. Quitting to***co is the real way to breathe easy after that second helping of pie.

Think about what’s best for you and your family and talk to one of the QuitLine Coaches today: www.coquitline.org

Spanish translation
Este Día de Acción de Gracias, ¡dales a tus pulmones algo por lo que estar agradecidos! Evita el descanso para fumar, no el atiborrarte. Dejar el tabaco es la mejor manera de respirar tranquilo después de esa segunda porción de pastel.
Piensa en lo que es mejor para ti y tu familia y habla hoy mismo con uno de los asesores de QuitLine: www.coquitline.org

Is the weather outside frightful? For some, the shorter days and colder temperatures can bring on symptoms of a type of ...
11/22/2025

Is the weather outside frightful? For some, the shorter days and colder temperatures can bring on symptoms of a type of depression. Learn more about seasonal affective disorder (SAD) and how to get help if you’re experiencing symptoms this season: samhsa.gov/mental-health/seasonal-affective-disorder

Spanish translation
¿Hace un clima espantoso afuera? Para algunas personas, los días más cortos y las temperaturas más frías pueden provocar síntomas de depresión. Obtenga más información sobre el trastorno afectivo estacional (TAE) y cómo obtener ayuda si experimenta síntomas esta temporada: samhsa.gov/mental-health/seasonal-affective-disorder

Lock It, Don’t Share It, Drop ItMany overdoses start with medicine left in a drawer or shared with someone it wasn’t mea...
11/19/2025

Lock It, Don’t Share It, Drop It

Many overdoses start with medicine left in a drawer or shared with someone it wasn’t meant for. Here are three simple steps to help everyone stay safe:
Lock it up: keep prescription pain medicine in a secure place.
Don’t share: medicine that’s safe for you can be dangerous for someone else.
Dispose safely: take unused pills to [local drop box/alternative location].

Your actions can save a life.

Spanish translation
Guárdalo bajo llave, no lo compartas, tíralo
Muchas sobredosis comienzan con medicamentos olvidados en un cajón o compartidos con alguien a quien no estaban destinados. Aquí tienes tres sencillos pasos para ayudar a todos a mantenerse seguros:
Guarda bajo llave: guarda los analgésicos recetados en un lugar seguro.
No compartas: los medicamentos que son seguros para ti pueden ser peligrosos para otra persona.
Deséchalos de forma segura: lleva las pastillas sobrantes a [buzón local/ubicación alternativa].
Tus acciones pueden salvar una vida.

Raise awareness during U.S. Antibiotic Awareness Week! Everyone has a role in combating antimicrobial resistance.
11/19/2025

Raise awareness during U.S. Antibiotic Awareness Week! Everyone has a role in combating antimicrobial resistance.

Upcoming online conversations and trainings from our partners with Tri-County Health Network 📆 Nov 20, 12pm:  Transgende...
11/19/2025

Upcoming online conversations and trainings from our partners with Tri-County Health Network

📆 Nov 20, 12pm: Transgender Day of Remembrance - Experience Different: A Conversation w/Spectrum ALLYance: A Conversation honoring those we have lost to anti-trans violence over the past year.
💻 https://childrenscolorado-org.zoom.us/j/83145427985?pwd=eUJEQmNqSnhtWkF0VWtuNUpBb2ZzQT09

📆 Nov 20, 6-7:30pm: Seasonal Transitions: A Nervous System Reset & Self-Care Strategy Workshop with SOAR, “How to move into winter with grounded ease rather than guarded survival”
💻 https://zoom.us/j/92749721379

📆 Nov 23, 12pm: Grieve Well During the Holidays Workshop
💻 https://www.grievewell.com/events/grief-holidays-nov2025-online/

Antibiotic resistance happens when germs like bacteria and fungi develop the ability to defeat the drugs designed to kil...
11/18/2025

Antibiotic resistance happens when germs like bacteria and fungi develop the ability to defeat the drugs designed to kill them. Washing your hands is one way to help prevent infections, avoid getting sick, and prevent the spread of germs. We all have a part in fighting antimicrobial resistance!

Parents: Your Voice MattersVa**ng and to***co use are affecting more young people than ever, often starting earlier than...
11/18/2025

Parents: Your Voice Matters

Va**ng and to***co use are affecting more young people than ever, often starting earlier than you might think. As a parent, guardian, or trusted adult, your influence can make a lasting difference.

Young minds are still developing.
Ni****ne can harm brain development and lead to long-term addiction.
Many teens won’t bring it up, but they’re listening when you do.

It’s not always easy to start the conversation, but it’s one worth having.

Learn how to talk to young people about va**ng:
👉https://www.to***cofreeco.org/know-the-facts/talking-to-youth/

Let’s work together to keep youth healthy, informed, and to***co-free.

Spanish translation
Padres: Su voz importa
El vapeo y el consumo de tabaco afectan a más jóvenes que nunca, y a menudo comienzan antes de lo que se cree. Como padre, tutor o adulto de confianza, su influencia puede marcar una diferencia duradera.
Las mentes jóvenes aún están en desarrollo.
La nicotina puede perjudicar el desarrollo cerebral y provocar adicción a largo plazo.
Muchos adolescentes no lo mencionarán, pero te escucharán cuando lo hagas.
No siempre es fácil iniciar la conversación, pero vale la pena.
Aprenda a hablar con los jóvenes sobre el vapeo:
👉https://www.to***cofreeco.org/know-the-facts/talking-to-youth/
Trabajemos juntos para mantener a los jóvenes sanos, informados y libres de tabaco.

Let’s Talk About DepressionDepression is common, and treatable. It’s not a personal weakness and no one has to go throug...
11/17/2025

Let’s Talk About Depression

Depression is common, and treatable. It’s not a personal weakness and no one has to go through it alone.

As days get shorter and colder, many people notice increased feelings of sadness or lower energy. This “winter blues” effect, sometimes called seasonal depression, can make existing depression feel stronger.

🧠Learn the signs: persistent sadness, loss of interest, changes in sleep or appetite.
🤝Offer support: listen without judgment, encourage professional help
🌱Take care: small steps like daylight exposure, regular movement, and staying connected can help

If you or someone you care about needs support, call or text 988 - 24/7, free, confidential.

Regional Mental Health Providers: https://ouraycountyco.gov/DocumentCenter/View/20396/Community-Mental-Health-Fair-Therapist-Descriptions

Spanish translation
Hablemos de la depresión
La depresión es común y tratable. No es una debilidad personal y nadie tiene que pasar por ella solo.
A medida que los días se acortan y se enfrían, muchas personas notan una mayor tristeza o menos energía. Este efecto de la "tristeza invernal", a veces llamado depresión estacional, puede agravar la depresión existente.
🧠Aprenda las señales: tristeza persistente, pérdida de interés, cambios en el sueño o el apetito.
🤝Ofrezca apoyo: escuche sin juzgar, promueva la ayuda profesional.
🌱Cuídese: pequeñas medidas como la exposición a la luz solar, el movimiento regular y mantenerse conectado pueden ayudar.
Si usted o un ser querido necesita ayuda, llame o envíe un mensaje de texto al 988: servicio gratuito y confidencial las 24 horas, los 7 días de la semana.

https://ouraycountyco.gov/DocumentCenter/View/20396/Community-Mental-Health-Fair-Therapist-Descriptions

Join Tri-County Health Network for an evening of artistic exploration to support grief and healing along your journey. T...
11/17/2025

Join Tri-County Health Network for an evening of artistic exploration to support grief and healing along your journey. This Tuesday (11/18) at Ah-Haa School for the Arts in Telluride from 5:30p - 8:30p we will express ourselves through art. The space is limited so don't miss out - click https://bit.ly/4oDyAiv to register!

Secondhand Smoke & V***r: No Safe LevelSecondhand smoke is the 3rd leading cause of preventable death in the U.S.V**e ae...
11/17/2025

Secondhand Smoke & V***r: No Safe Level

Secondhand smoke is the 3rd leading cause of preventable death in the U.S.
V**e aerosol isn't just "water v***r,” it contains heavy metals and cancer-causing chemicals.

🔸Kids, older adults, and people with health issues are especially at risk.
🔸Exposure happens in homes, cars, shared housing, and even outdoors.

Protect your family:
Keep your home and car smoke- and vape-free
Set clear rules for guests
Talk to your property manager if you live in shared housing

💪 Ready to quit? Get free support at COQuitLine.org or call 1-800-QUIT-NOW.

Spanish translation
Humo y v***r de segunda mano: Sin nivel seguro

El humo de segunda mano es la tercera causa principal de muerte prevenible en EE. UU.
El aerosol del vapeo no es solo "v***r de agua", sino que contiene metales pesados y sustancias químicas cancerígenas.

Los niños, los adultos mayores y las personas con problemas de salud corren un riesgo especial.
La exposición ocurre en casas, autos, viviendas compartidas e incluso al aire libre.

Proteja a su familia:
Mantenga su casa y auto libres de humo y vapeo.
Establezca reglas claras para los invitados.
Hable con el administrador de su propiedad si vive en una vivienda compartida.

💪 ¿Listo para dejar de fumar? Obtenga apoyo gratuito en COQuitLine.org o llame al 1-800-QUIT-NOW.

In rural communities, to***co companies have long tried to ride alongside tradition, but the truth is, to***co use cause...
11/15/2025

In rural communities, to***co companies have long tried to ride alongside tradition, but the truth is, to***co use causes serious health problems for hard-working folks and their families.

To***co harms:
Lung and heart health
Immune systems
Your ability to work the land and enjoy the ride

It’s time to stand strong, protect your health, and kick to***co to the fence line.

Ready to quit? Free support is just a click away: www.coquitline.org

Spanish translation
En las comunidades rurales, las tabacaleras llevan mucho tiempo intentando seguir la tradición, pero lo cierto es que el consumo de tabaco causa graves problemas de salud a las personas trabajadoras y a sus familias.
El tabaco perjudica:
Salud pulmonar y cardíaca
Sistema inmunitario
Tu capacidad para trabajar la tierra y disfrutar del proceso
Es hora de ser fuerte, proteger tu salud y dejar atrás el tabaco.
¿Listo para dejarlo? Ayuda gratuita a un solo clic: www.coquitline.org

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177 Sherman St. Suite 103
Ouray, CO
81432

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Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

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