Mesa County Public Health

Your local public health team is here to power your life.
We monitor and respond to the things that impact the health of our community and our visitors.

Have thoughts about improving local trails?

We want to make the Gunnison Bluffs and Old Spanish Trail systems even better.

The new trails will offer more options for all users.
We want your feedback for the project!

There are two upcoming pop-up events:
📅 Thursday, June 1 from 5-6:30 PM at North Trailhead
📅 Saturday, June 3 from 8-10AM at South Trailhead

You can also take the survey online.

COVID-19 Vaccines

Our staff are experts on knowing what COVID-19 vaccines are available. Call our Info Line to learn more.

Updated COVID-19 Resources

We’ve made local COVID-19 information easier to find. Visit our new resources page with everything local you need for COVID-19.

Prevent Illness in Spring and Summer

Check out the seasonal trends in Mesa County on our updated What’s Going Around page.

What do you want to do?

Check Air Quality Conditions

Refill my birth control.

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Make a vaccine appointment.

Get a birth or death certificate.

Get resources from Grand Valley Connects.

Report a restaurant complaint.

Check COVID-19 data.

Get help paying for healthy groceries with WIC.

Mesa County Public Health is here to power your life. Contact us with your questions at 970-248-6900.

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Latest Public Health News

Testing and Treatment Available for Syphilis at Public Health Clinic

Local and State Situation According to the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, (CDPHE), Mesa County is seeing an increase in syphilis cases. In 2022, the county reported 43.8% more cases than the average from 2019 to 2021. The number of syphilis...

Mesa County Public Health Seeks Input on Master Plan for Trails

Media Contact: Sarah Gray 970-697-4611 sarah.gray@mesacounty.us   The Trail Crew at Mesa County Public Health is developing a master plan for the Gunnison Bluffs and Old Spanish Trail areas. We are holding community pop-up events to gather direct input from...

Mesa County Public Health Celebrates Healthy and Safe Swimming Week

Media Contact: Sarah Gray 970-697-4611 sarah.gray@mesacounty.us   Swimming pools and splash pads are central to summer fun. Our team helps pool operators maintain safe and healthy swimming pools. We inspect all public pools and spas in Mesa County every year....

Mesa County Public Health Thanks Outgoing Board of Public Health Members

Media Contact: Sarah Gray 970-697-4611 sarah.gray@mesacounty.us   Four of our Board of Public Health members have submitted resignations. Mesa County Public Health (MCPH) is grateful for their guidance and support during their terms.  “These wonderful...

Stay Updated With What’s Going Around Mesa County

Media Contact: Sarah Gray 970-697-4611 sarah.gray@mesacounty.us   Even though the cold and flu season is coming to an end, our team continues to monitor what is going around Mesa County during the spring and summer. There are several seasonal illnesses we can see...

Drinking Water Week Emphasizes Importance of Clean Water

Media Contact: Sarah Gray 970-697-4611 sarah.gray@mesacounty.us   Mesa County Public Health is celebrating Drinking Water Week by highlighting the work of our Regional Lab. Water is an important resource that plays a crucial role in daily life for everyone in our...

Air Quality Awareness Week Reminds Residents to Check Conditions

Media Contact: Sarah Gray 970-697-4611 sarah.gray@mesacounty.us   Air quality directly affects the health and wellness of our community.  Mesa County Public Health monitors air quality so we can notify the community when there are concerns. Air Quality Awareness...

Mesa County Public Health Looks to Future of Managing COVID-19

Media Contact: Sarah Gray 970-697-4611 sarah.gray@mesacounty.us   After more than three years, the national public health emergency for COVID-19 will officially end on May 11, 2023. Mesa County Public Health (MCPH) is grateful for community support as we...

Additional Bivalent Booster Available at Mesa County Public Health

Media Contact: Sarah Gray 970-697-4611 sarah.gray@mesacounty.us   What’s New for COVID-19 Vaccinations The Public Health Clinic is now taking appointments for the second bivalent COVID-19 booster. People who are 65 or older and have received a Pfizer or Moderna...

Mesa County Public Health Program Helps First-Time Moms Manage Stress

Media Contact: Sarah Gray 970-697-4611 sarah.gray@mesacounty.us   April is recognized as National Stress Awareness Month. Stress can have a negative impact on a person’s overall health and well-being. Managing stress is critical to creating and maintaining a...