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Ticks and tick-borne diseases in Colorado General, Infectious Diseases

As spring draws to a close and summer approaches, Coloradans are heading outdoors to enjoy seasonal activities. While spending time in nature is a ...

Vaccine myths and facts: Protect yourself and your loved ones General, Infectious Diseases, Primary Care

Vaccines are among the safest and most effective tools we have to prevent serious illness. They don’t just protect you — they help keep dangerous ...

How to prevent and treat tick bites in Colorado General, Infectious Diseases

As spring draws to a close and summer approaches, Coloradans are heading outdoors to enjoy seasonal activities. While spending time in nature is a ...

4 tips to fight antibiotic-resistant bacteria General, Infectious Diseases

November 18 – 24 is U.S. Antibiotic Awareness Week (USAAW), a time to recognize the important work our pharmacists do to limit the development and ...

Is it influenza, COVID-19 or RSV? General, Infectious Diseases, Primary Care

Symptoms of the three respiratory illnesses overlap Influenza A (flu), COVID-19, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) are common causes of ...

What to know about the COVID-19 Vaccine for Fall/Winter 2024/2025 General, Infectious Diseases, Primary Care

__________________________________________________________________ The updated Moderna and Pfizer COVID-19 (COVID) vaccine is approved for everyone 6 ...

Mpox: BCH's Infectious Diseases team warns of expected rise in cases General, Infectious Diseases

Although the mpox (formerly called monkeypox) epidemic has slowed, local cases are expected to trend upward. The BCH Infectious Diseases (ID) team is ...

West Nile virus alert: High levels of infected mosquitos in Boulder County General, Infectious Diseases

4-to-24 times higher than normal Protect yourself and your family Pools of mosquitoes from multiple traps in Boulder County have tested positive for ...

31 BCH Physicians awarded 'Top Docs' by BizWest General, Cardiology, About Us, Infectious Diseases, Primary Care, Pulmonary

Introducing Boulder Community Health’s Top Docs Awardees Last month, BizWest unveiled their Top Docs list, recognizing professionals in a variety of ...

RSV, Influenza & COVID Tripledemic: Video FAQ with Dr. Meditz General, Infectious Diseases, Patients & Visitors, Primary Care

“Tripledemic” refers to a collision of RSV, influenza and COVID-19 that has the potential to overwhelm hospitals’ emergency departments. Boulder ...

Guidance Following the Repeal of Boulder County’s Mask Mandate General, Infectious Diseases

Feb. 18, 2022 - Earlier this week, the Boulder County Board of Health voted to rescind Public Health Order 2021-08 and Public Health Order 2021-07, ...

COVID Safety Practices This Holiday Season General, Infectious Diseases

It may not feel like it, but Boulder County has been relatively fortunate when it comes to COVID-19. Thanks to our community’s shared commitment to ...