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Jennifer Roe I don’t know how it has happened already but this fall season is cruising by which means that…

November 1, 2023

Local News

Mercy Hospital breaks ground on new surgical center

Building will feature two procedure rooms and three operating rooms

October 26, 2023

Local News

Two Durango pediatric practices awarded integrated behavioral health care grants

Service ‘changes your life as a provider,’ recipient says

October 19, 2023

Local News

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy saved this Bayfield veteran’s life. He says it can save others

Mountain Hyperbarics in Durango treats vets free of charge through America’s Mighty Warriors

October 11, 2023

Local News

Community support funding requests to city of Durango total nearly $1.8 million

grants help groups like Axis Health System, La Plata County Humane Society

October 9, 2023

Local News

Interim public health director departs as dissolution nears

Turnover at the public health department follows a ‘less inclusive’ transition than anticipated

September 16, 2023

Local News

Durango therapist accused of dating client surrenders license

‘It’s disappointing’ said peer of Lillian Ramey, director of Riversage Family Counseling

September 9, 2023

Local News

Over-the-counter birth control could expand access to contraceptives, but cost of pill to be determined

professionals laud FDA decision

August 30, 2023

Local News

14 lives in 14 weeks

health approach to drug use is meeting people where they’re at – and saving lives

August 27, 2023

Local News

Health officials advise residents get their COVID vaccines

is starting and new COVID-19 boosters could be around the corner

August 17, 2023

Local News

Coalition to address local healthcare concerns

the next year, La Plata Healthcare Improvement Coalition aims to open conversations and develop solutions

August 5, 2023

Local News

La Plata County veterans get answers on PACT Act eligibility

new ‘presumptive’ conditions have been added to treatment eligibility list

July 28, 2023

Local News

La Plata County health board gives qualified approval for interim health director

Candidate plans to work remotely part of the time from Front Range

July 25, 2023

Local News

Pueblo Community College receives accreditation for bachelor’s degree in nursing

Five-semester program adds to qualifications health care workers can earn through the school

June 27, 2023

Local News

Right to Contraception Act reintroduced into Congress

Legislation seeks to cement health care rights

June 23, 2023

Regional News

Colorado decriminalized psilocybin. Here’s your guided trip through what happens next

What’s the timeline? Is natural medicine right for you? Should you microdose?

June 19, 2023

Local News

One La Plata County health director finalist remains after candidate withdraws

Meet-and-greet event scheduled for tonight canceled

June 8, 2023

Local News

Departing public health director says communication most powerful tool agency possesses

Jollon reflects on her 10 years at the helm of San Juan Basin Public Health

June 3, 2023

Tri-Cities

San Juan Regional Medical Center hires new CEO

Rounds plans to lead by consensus-building, transparency

May 26, 2023

New Mexico

Hospital now accepts breast milk donation for state repository

Juan Regional Medical Center has the first donation depot in northern New Mexico

May 25, 2023

Local News

Southwest Memorial Hospital doctors say women should know tubal ligations are offered in Cortez

Hospital’s shift from sterilization services prompts health professionals to perform outreach

May 23, 2023

Local News

Durangoans answer call of duty in ‘shocking’ rescue

firefighter and admin assistant save man suffering cardiac arrest at La Plata County Fairgrounds

May 16, 2023

Tri-Cities

New Mexico Department of Health warns of compromised health information

Records request released protected health information

May 9, 2023

Local News

What does Southwest Colorado need to better address addiction?

Advocates say comprehensive resources needed, from recovery housing to methadone clinics

May 5, 2023