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In Colorado, many teens are exposed to va**ng long before parents realize it. Flavored products, social media trends, an...
05/29/2026

In Colorado, many teens are exposed to va**ng long before parents realize it. Flavored products, social media trends, and peer pressure can make it look harmless – but ni****ne can impact brain development, attention, mood, and increase the risk of long-term addiction.

Start the conversation early. Ask open-ended questions. Listen more than you lecture. Teens who feel supported and informed are less likely to start using ni****ne products.

Your voice matters more than you think. 💙

En Colorado, muchos adolescentes se ven expuestos al vapeo mucho antes de que sus padres se den cuenta. Los productos con sabores, las tendencias en las redes sociales y la presión de los compañeros pueden hacer que parezca inofensivo; sin embargo, la nicotina puede afectar el desarrollo cerebral, la atención y el estado de ánimo, además de aumentar el riesgo de desarrollar una adicción a largo plazo.
Inicie la conversación desde temprano. Formule preguntas abiertas. Escuche más de lo que sermonea. Los adolescentes que se sienten apoyados e informados tienen menos probabilidades de comenzar a consumir productos con nicotina.
Su voz importa más de lo que cree. 💙

Social health is shaped by how we relate to others and how those relationships make us feel. Supportive connections can ...
05/26/2026

Social health is shaped by how we relate to others and how those relationships make us feel. Supportive connections can help create a sense of stability, belonging, and emotional safety.

Take the Mental Health Check-In by May 31 for a chance to win one of two $50 gift cards. Simply sign up or sign in to be entered. Your responses are confidential, and individual results are never shared.

https://westernslopewellness.crediblemind.com/landing/westernslopewellness-launch-promo

Start where you are. Support is here.

La salud social está formada por cómo nos relacionamos con los demás y cómo nos hacen sentir esas relaciones. Conexiones de apoyo pueden ayudar a crear una sensación de estabilidad, pertenencia y seguridad emocional.
Toma el Chequeo de Salud Mental antes del 31 de mayo para tener la oportunidad de ganar una de dos tarjetas de regalo de $50. Simplemente regístrate o inicia sesión para participar. Tus respuestas son confidenciales y los resultados individuales nunca se comparten.
https://westernslopewellness.crediblemind.com/landing/westernslopewellness-launch-promo
Empieza donde estás. El apoyo está aquí.

Recovery is possibleAcross Colorado, evidence-based treatment for opioid use disorder is available and effective. Medica...
05/21/2026

Recovery is possible

Across Colorado, evidence-based treatment for opioid use disorder is available and effective. Medications like buprenorphine, methadone, and naltrexone - combined with counseling and peer support - help people stabilize, reduce overdose risk, and rebuild their lives.

Wherever you are located, confidential help is within reach through the Colorado Department of Human Services and local treatment providers statewide.

Taking the first step can feel overwhelming, but it can also be life-changing.
📞 Call 988 for mental health or substance use crisis support
🌐 Visit colorado.gov/cdhs to find treatment resources near you


La recuperación es posible.
En todo Colorado, el tratamiento basado en evidencia para el trastorno por uso de opioides está disponible y es eficaz. Medicamentos como la buprenorfina, la metadona y la naltrexona —combinados con asesoramiento y apoyo de pares— ayudan a las personas a estabilizarse, reducir el riesgo de sobredosis y reconstruir sus vidas.
Dondequiera que se encuentre, la ayuda confidencial está a su alcance a través del Departamento de Servicios Humanos de Colorado y de proveedores de tratamiento locales en todo el estado.
Dar el primer paso puede parecer abrumador, pero también puede cambiarle la vida.
📞 Llame al 988 para recibir apoyo en casos de crisis de salud mental o por uso de sustancias.
🌐 Visite colorado.gov/cdhs para encontrar recursos de tratamiento cerca de usted.

Physical health plays a powerful role in mental well-being. Small habits, like movement, sleep, and nourishment, can str...
05/19/2026

Physical health plays a powerful role in mental well-being. Small habits, like movement, sleep, and nourishment, can strengthen resilience and support emotional balance over time.

Take the Mental Health Check-In by May 31 for a chance to win one of two $50 gift cards. Simply sign up or sign in to be entered. Your responses are confidential, and individual results are never shared.
https://westernslopewellness.crediblemind.com/.../western...

Start where you are. Support is here.

La salud física juega un papel poderoso en el bienestar mental. Los hábitos pequeños, como el movimiento, el sueño y la nutrición, pueden fortalecer la resiliencia y apoyar el equilibrio emocional con el tiempo.
Toma el Chequeo de Salud Mental antes del 31 de mayo para tener la oportunidad de ganar una de dos tarjetas de regalo de $50. Simplemente regístrate o inicia sesión para participar. Tus respuestas son confidenciales y los resultados individuales nunca se comparten.
https://westernslopewellness.crediblemind.com/.../western...
Empieza donde estás. El apoyo está aquí.

Emotional health helps shape how we respond to life’s ups and downs. Building awareness, allowing space for feelings, an...
05/19/2026

Emotional health helps shape how we respond to life’s ups and downs. Building awareness, allowing space for feelings, and practicing compassion can strengthen resilience and mental balance over time.

Take the Mental Health Check-In by May 31 for a chance to win one of two $50 gift cards. Simply sign up or sign in to be entered. Your responses are confidential, and individual results are never shared.

https://westernslopewellness.crediblemind.com/landing/westernslopewellness-launch-promo

Start where you are. Support is here.

La salud emocional ayuda a formar cómo reaccionamos ante los altibajos de vida. Creando conciencia, permitiendo espacio para los sentimientos y practicando la compasión puede fortalecer la resiliencia y el equilibrio mental con el tiempo.
Toma el Chequeo de Salud Mental antes del 31 de mayo para tener la oportunidad de ganar una de dos tarjetas de regalo de $50. Simplemente regístrate o inicia sesión para participar. Tus respuestas son confidenciales y los resultados individuales nunca se comparten.
https://westernslopewellness.crediblemind.com/landing/westernslopewellness-launch-promo
Empieza donde estás. El apoyo está aquí.

Help yourself and the planet! Cigarette butts are the  #1 most littered item in the world - and they don’t just disappea...
05/15/2026

Help yourself and the planet!

Cigarette butts are the #1 most littered item in the world - and they don’t just disappear. They can leach toxic chemicals into our soil and waterways, from the valley rivers to high alpine lakes. Disposable vapes? They’re packed with plastic, lithium batteries, and electronic waste that often ends up in landfills or on our trails.

Help protect our fragile ecosystems, National Parks, and treasured landscapes.
Quitting isn’t just good for your lungs - it’s good for Colorado’s air, water, and wildlife. 🌲

Make your next breath part of the solution.

¡Ayúdate a ti mismo y al planeta!
Las colillas de ci******lo son el residuo que más se arroja al suelo en todo el mundo, y no desaparecen por arte de magia. Pueden filtrar sustancias químicas tóxicas en nuestro suelo y en nuestras vías fluviales, desde los ríos de los valles hasta los lagos de alta montaña. ¿Y los vapeadores desechables? Están repletos de plástico, baterías de litio y residuos electrónicos que, a menudo, terminan en vertederos o en nuestros senderos.
Ayuda a proteger nuestros frágiles ecosistemas, nuestros Parques Nacionales y nuestros preciados paisajes.
Dejar de fumar no solo es bueno para tus pulmones, sino también para el aire, el agua y la vida silvestre de Colorado. 🌲
Haz que tu próxima respiración forme parte de la solución.

05/13/2026

Physical health plays a powerful role in mental well-being. Small habits, like movement, sleep, and nourishment, can strengthen resilience and support emotional balance over time.

Take the Mental Health Check-In by May 31 for a chance to win one of two $50 gift cards. Simply sign up or sign in to be entered. Your responses are confidential, and individual results are never shared.

https://westernslopewellness.crediblemind.com/landing/westernslopewellness-launch-promo

Start where you are. Support is here.

La salud física juega un papel poderoso en el bienestar mental. Los hábitos pequeños, como el movimiento, el sueño y la nutrición, pueden fortalecer la resiliencia y apoyar el equilibrio emocional con el tiempo.
Toma el Chequeo de Salud Mental antes del 31 de mayo para tener la oportunidad de ganar una de dos tarjetas de regalo de $50. Simplemente regístrate o inicia sesión para participar. Tus respuestas son confidenciales y los resultados individuales nunca se comparten.
https://westernslopewellness.crediblemind.com/landing/westernslopewellness-launch-promo
Empieza donde estás. El apoyo está aquí.

Sharing from our WIC partners at Delta County Public Health Nutrition and Mental Health: Small Changes, Real ImpactWhat ...
05/11/2026

Sharing from our WIC partners at Delta County Public Health

Nutrition and Mental Health: Small Changes, Real Impact

What we eat doesn’t just fuel our bodies. It plays an important role in how we feel.

Research continues to show a strong connection between diet and mental health. Eating foods rich in whole foods, like vegetables, fruits, whole grains, nuts, legumes, and healthy fats, are associated with improved mood and a lower risk of depression.

These foods provide key nutrients that:
🧠 Support brain function
😵‍💫 Help regulate mood
🩺 Reduce inflammation
😋 Promote a healthy gut microbiome

At the same time, diets high in ultra-processed foods, added sugars, and saturated fats have been linked to increased inflammation and poorer mental health outcomes.

Mood foods
🧠 Certain nutrients play a key role in brain health:
🥑 Omega-3 fatty acids support brain cell function
💊 B vitamins help with neurotransmitter production
🌿Minerals like magnesium and zinc support emotional regulation

The connection between the gut and brain also means that fiber-rich and fermented foods can positively influence mood.

✅ What to do today
You don’t need a perfect diet to see benefits. Start with small, sustainable steps:
⚖ Aim for regular, balanced meals
🌾 Add more whole and minimally processed foods
🍣 Include healthy fats like fish, nuts, or seeds
❌ 🧁 Reduce added sugars and highly processed foods

🥳 Supporting your mental health can start with what’s on your plate.

Learn more about WIC! https://www.coloradowic.gov/homepage

You’ve tried to quit before. That doesn’t mean you failed — it means you’re still trying!The Colorado QuitLine is here t...
05/08/2026

You’ve tried to quit before. That doesn’t mean you failed — it means you’re still trying!

The Colorado QuitLine is here to help you take the next step. Whether this is your second attempt or your tenth, you don’t have to do it alone.

✅ Free coaching
✅ Personalized quit plans
✅ Text & phone support
✅ Free ni****ne replacement (if eligible)

Every quit attempt gets you closer. This time, you’ve got a dedicated team behind you.
Call 1-800-QUIT-NOW or visit https://www.coloradoquits.com/ to get started today.


Ya has intentado dejarlo antes. Eso no significa que hayas fracasado; ¡significa que sigues intentándolo!
Colorado QuitLine está aquí para ayudarte a dar el siguiente paso. Ya sea este tu segundo intento o el décimo, no tienes que hacerlo solo.
Asesoramiento gratuito
Planes personalizados para dejarlo
Apoyo por teléfono y mensajes de texto
Terapia de reemplazo de nicotina gratuita (si cumples los requisitos)
Cada intento por dejarlo te acerca más a la meta. Esta vez, cuentas con un equipo dedicado que te respalda.
Llama al 1-800-QUIT-NOW o visita https://www.coloradoquits.com/
https://www.coloradoquits.com/es
para empezar hoy mismo.

Sharing great information from our public health partner Grace Franklin, Public Health Executive Director with San Migue...
05/06/2026

Sharing great information from our public health partner Grace Franklin, Public Health Executive Director with San Miguel County Department of Health and Environment

📣 Opening the Door to Recovery in Western Colorado - How a regional behavioral health scholarship program is helping more than 150 residents begin their recovery journey
🖋️By Grace Franklin

A senior citizen in Western Colorado recently reached out for help with a behavioral health challenge connected to substance use. Like many older adults, he was navigating Medicare, complex health systems, and limited access to affordable counseling.

Thanks to a new program supported by the Southwest Colorado Opioid Regional Council, he was able to begin treatment and connect with ongoing support. His story is one of more than
150 people in our region who have already been helped through the Recovery Access Fund.

Across Western Colorado, communities are working together to address one of the most difficult challenges facing families today: substance use and mental health struggles. While these challenges can feel overwhelming, real progress is happening quietly every day—people getting help and finding stability again.

One example is the Recovery Access Fund, a program operated by Tri-County Health Network and supported by the Southwest Colorado Opioid Regional Council through opioid settlement
funding. https://www.montrosecounty.net/1065/Southwest-Colorado-Opioid-Regional-Counc

The program was designed to remove one of the most common barriers to treatment: the cost of getting started.

Through the fund, individuals struggling with substance use or co-occurring mental health conditions can receive up to 12 sessions with a licensed behavioral health provider.

Participants are also connected with a Behavioral Health Navigator who helps them find services, remain engaged in treatment, and connect with other community resources.

Individuals interested in learning more about the Recovery Access Fund or how to get involved can visit www.TCHNetwork.org/RAF
Since launching in 2024, the program has helped more than 150 people across Delta, Montrose, Ouray, and San Miguel counties begin their recovery journey.

Read the full article! https://ouraycountyco.gov/DocumentCenter/View/22676/Opening-the-Door-to-Recovery-in-Western-Colorado

May is National Lyme and Other Tick-Borne Disease Awareness Month, focusing on education, prevention, and advocacy, as t...
05/05/2026

May is National Lyme and Other Tick-Borne Disease Awareness Month, focusing on education, prevention, and advocacy, as tick season peaks.

Before you saddle up, think about tick protection—for you and your horse. Ticks hide in tall grass and brush along riding trails. Ride prepared. Check for ticks when the ride is over on both you and your horse. Visit www.coloradoticks.org for prevention resources.

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