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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 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...
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...
No Burn Advisory Issued Due to Wind Advisory
Media Contact: Sarah Gray 970-697-4611 sarah.gray@mesacounty.us Mesa County Public Health has issued a No Burn Advisory until 9 p.m. tonight. Burning of any kind, including agricultural burning, is not recommended during this advisory period. The National...
Mesa County Public Health Launches Updated Community Initiatives Website
Media Contact: Sarah Gray 970-697-4611 sarah.gray@mesacounty.us Residents can learn about current community initiatives on the new Healthy Mesa County website. It’s a way for Mesa County Public Health (MCPH) to showcase the exciting work underway with our...
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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....
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 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...