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The rise in deaths involving synthetic opioids or fentanyl have overdose-prevention advocates looking for solutions across the nation. Gov. Mike Parson recently signed a bill legalizing fentanyl test strips with hopes of lessening the death toll. ...

When it comes to getting the legalization of medical cannabis in front of Nebraska voters, supporters hope the third times the charm. Nebraska, Idaho and Kansas are the only remaining states with no provisions for medicinal use of cannabis. People report medical cannabis helps with a number of conditions including epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, chronic pain and side effects of cancer treatment. ...

Colorados community health centers that serve all patients regardless of their ability to pay are already one month into their new fiscal year. But Congress has yet to approve their annual funding. Stephanie Einfeld, CEO of Northwest Colorado Health, which serves rural residents at sites in Craig and Steamboat Springs, said the high quality of medical, behavioral, dental and other care provided by health centers is at risk. ...

After 38 years working as a school psychologist, including more than 14 years with the Moffat County School District, Teresa Laster is more than ready to retire. In fact, Laster, 65, officially retired in June,...

The 2022 Community Health Needs Assessment survey for Routt and Moffat counties is now open.

The 2022 Community Health Needs Assessment survey for Moffat and Routt counties is now open.

Just as battling mental health issues is not easy for many Routt County individuals, providing community mental health services is no easy task, especially with the added pressures of the pandemic.

School kids in need of a dental cleaning will be able to walk down the hall at the school campus in Hayden for a dentist visit starting Dec. 15. The service is supported by a…

Northwest Colorado Health The Aging Services Coalition will identify three to five initiatives to take on and implement in these focus areas by fall of 2021. Sponsored content provided by Northwest Colorado Health. According to the Colorado State Demography office, the population of adults aged 65 and older will nearly double between 2020 and 2050. In Northwest Colorado, adults over the age of 60 account for 24% of the population, and contribute significantly to our economy and community. The A...