Health

CDC: Many healthy Americans can take a break from masks

A shopper wearing a protective mask as a precaution against the spread of the coronavirus selects fruit at the Reading…

February 25, 2022

Health

Over half of U.S. abortions now done with pills, not surgery

Containers of the medication used to end an early pregnancy sit on a table inside a Planned Parenthood clinic, Oct.…

February 25, 2022

Regional News

Colorado may be the next state to decriminalize ‘magic’ mushrooms

research shows the therapeutic potential of psilocybin, LSD and other psychedelics

February 25, 2022

Local News

Durango City Council taking feedback on proposed tax exemption for menstrual products

A public hearing is scheduled for Wednesday

February 25, 2022

Local News

San Juan Basin Public Health looks to the future after weathering the pandemic

to adapt during COVID-19, agency plans to meet broader needs in La Plata and Archuleta counties

February 24, 2022

Regional News

These young adults are shredding, pedaling, climbing – and fighting cancer

Thousands fighting life-threatening illnesses have benefited from First Descents programs in the past 20 years

February 23, 2022

Local News

Southwest Health reports lower hospital volume as omicron cases wane

Hospital officials remain cautious despite lull

February 18, 2022

Local News

The big picture: Integrated health care looks at social, physical and psychological needs

Health System’s unique model personalizes medicine

February 15, 2022

Local News

Durango nonprofit starts peer recovery support services program in La Plata County

aims to help those suffering from substance use disorders and mental health conditions

February 10, 2022

Local News

Fort Lewis College partners with University of Colorado to start nursing program

Curriculum to focus on rural and Indigenous health care perspectives

February 10, 2022

Health

How to prevent early birth? Study explores sugarless gum

A dentist holds a model of teeth and a toothbrush in Seattle. For many years, studies have shown that gum…

February 7, 2022

Local News

COVID-19 cases fall in La Plata, Archuleta counties

Omicron peak appears to have passed

February 4, 2022

Business

Mind Body Soleil works on a fitness and wellness hub in the Main Mall

Yoga, meditation and massage all offered at the new studio

January 29, 2022

Southwest Life

Pandemic reveals health disparities in La Plata County

community members face higher burden of disease, greater economic consequences

January 20, 2022

The Durango Herald

Breakthrough COVID-19 cases on the rise in La Plata, Archuleta counties

health officials say the vaccine continues to protect against severe illness and hospitalization

January 19, 2022

Local News

Hospitals take different approaches to communication, transparency

doctor says open, honest dialogue plays role in public health

January 15, 2022

Local News

Omicron surge fuels demand for testing in La Plata, Archuleta counties

health officials say tests are being returned in 36 to 72 hours, on average

January 11, 2022

Local News

When will omicron peak in Southwest Colorado?

health officials say the surge could continue into February

January 11, 2022

Health

In 1st, surgeons transplant pig heart into human patient

In this photo provided by the University of Maryland School of Medicine, members of the surgical team show the pig…

January 10, 2022

Local News

Ignacio nurse an advocate for the profession and her community

Melton honored with 2021 Colorado Nightingale Award

January 8, 2022

Local News

Public health officials expect boosters for children 12 to 15 later this week

approves Pfizer’s third dose Wednesday

January 6, 2022

Local News

Chief judge extends suspension of jury trials in Archuleta, San Juan and La Plata counties

cites rising COVID-19 cases; no end date is set

January 4, 2022

Health

How will pandemic end? Omicron clouds forecasts for endgame

People wait in line at a COVID-19 testing site in New York’s Times Square on Dec. 13, 2021. The fast-moving…

January 3, 2022

Local News

Once heralded as heroes, Four Corners health care workers now feel drained

chief medical officer says it’s difficult to see people spurn preventive measures

January 3, 2022