Denver is home to many college students who a decade ago would have been considered “nontraditional.” Students like Ronie, a recent high school grad who didn’t believe college was a realistic option, but is now pursuing a healthcare management degree…
As we enter the endemic phase of COVID-19, I’m often asked about the mental health toll the pandemic had on the people of Denver and how operations at Mental Health Center of Denver (MHCD) were impacted. Founded in 1989, MHCD…
As pandemic restrictions ease, your time working from home may be coming to an end — and that may have you feeling stressed. Remember, it’s normal to have some worry about a change in your routine — and you may…
Did you know that one of the most prevalent and deadly cancers in the United States is colorectal cancer? In fact, not counting some types of skin cancer, colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer and is the third-leading…
With persistent spread of the virus that causes COVID-19 in Colorado and nationwide, some traditionally in-person activities — work, school and social interactions — will likely remain remote more often than usual for the foreseeable future. As a result, the use…
As part of Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO) — Generation Wild, a research-led and multi-year campaign that reconnects children to nature and the health of the outdoors — has reconnected with the teams at Children’s Hospital Colorado for the return of…
February is recognized as American Heart Month, a health observance that encourages Americans to understand the importance of heart health and adopt healthier behaviors that can decrease the risk of serious health outcomes, such as a heart attack or stroke.…
Trying to understand health insurance can be like decoding a foreign language. But as of 2020, there’s a new vocabulary term you might want to learn: Individual Coverage Healthcare Reimbursement Arrangement, or ICHRA.
As employers and individuals shop for health insurance during fall enrollment, they might also evaluate how they use health care. The COVID-19 crisis made people contemplate their own wellness, and it made businesses reconsider how they control health-care costs. According…
When you have lost someone you love your days can be an emotional, grief-filled fog, and having to deal with the cost and the multiple decisions associated with planning a funeral can add considerable stress. Here are ways to prepare for this difficult time.
While frontline and essential workers worried about their physical health, isolation and loneliness affected nine-to-fivers during a historic rise in remote working. Employees in every sector dealt with financial insecurity due to widespread layoffs and pay cuts.
When fitness businesses reopened during the pandemic, they implemented COVID-19 safety measures such as limited capacity, frequent equipment cleaning, reservations and waitlists, and mask mandates.
A recent white paper by the Health Action Council (HAC) and UnitedHealthcare finds companies that implement deliberate strategies around their employees’ most common chronic health conditions may improve overall employee health and achieve cost-savings over the long-term. The study also revealed a number of important disparities in care, which can be improved through a combination of lifestyle modifications and targeted wellness programs.
Now is the perfect time to learn how to maximize this year’s health benefits, which may help improve your health and possibly save money. Consider the following tips to help you take charge of your health and get the most out of your plan in 2021.
As Colorado and the nation continue to navigate the deep impacts of COVID-19, one thing seems certain—the pandemic has changed the way many of us have traditionally viewed and engaged with the health care system. Many times, crises create an urgency to speed up innovations to meet consumers’ demands and provide convenience. COVID-19 has led to a few emerging trends that may usher in permanent changes to the ways we access health care.
Colorado’s Center for Health, Work & Environment’s nonprofit program, Health Links, brings together science-led experts and mentors to equip employers to promote the health, safety and well-being of their workforces—right here in Colorado and with companies nationwide.
The COVID-19 pandemic may have changed many aspects of our lives, including some of our daily habits that may have an impact on our health. Among those changes may be ways in which some people have adapted their workout routines and changed diets. Here are some tips to consider to help people focus on their fitness and well-being amid the on-going pandemic.
The family vet clinic, Fox Hollow Animal Hospital, was started in 1996 by Tony Henderson, the family's patriarch. His sons Ryan, 35, and Ross, 31, followed in their father’s footsteps as veterinarians. Now, their drama has played out in two seasons on Animal Planet.
Creating a holistic health and wellness environment in your home takes a mix of discipline, patience and lots of hard work. The goal, however, is not to find perfection, but balance your approach in a way that makes you feel safe, healthy and well from both a physical and mental perspective.
Although loneliness may be complex and challenging to address – especially in today’s unique and uncertain times – a mindfulness practice may bring comfort.
Partnerships and programs are emerging at hospitals across the state so they can better provide housing to homeless patients, improve health outcomes for Medicaid patients and more as part of more robust social service programs.
Telehealth may be especially helpful as an initial option for medical advice related to COVID-19 and to help evaluate other possible health issues, as well as to assist the 20% of the U.S. population that lives in rural areas. To help people more effectively take advantage of this technology during the evolving COVID-19 situation, here are three tips to consider.
A new wellness index from MindBody takes a deep dive into Denverites’ fitness and wellness routines. The index details what residents are spending money on in this industry sector and also the fitness trends rising across the city.
While diet changes alone cannot cure anxiety, well-balanced meals and drinking enough water can be a great place to start to relieve stress and worry, as keeping blood sugar stable may help create a calmer feeling.
