
Weld County resident confirmed as Colorado’s 12th case of measles
The person was unvaccinated and had visited an out-of-state outbreak area. Officials say the case is not linked to the outbreak in Broomfield.


In debate over sugary drinks, Colorado weighs health benefits and personal choice
Colorado received a waiver from the USDA to restrict the use of SNAP benefits to buy those sweetened beverages. But it needs the approval of the state human services board.

By John Daley

Leader of Colorado’s largest philanthropic foundation to retire at the end of the year
Karen McNeil-Miller has led the Colorado Health Foundation.

By John Daley

Impact of state budget cuts gets real as lawmakers start trimming Medicaid programs
Parents of adults with disabilities make a plea to “not balance the budget on the backs of the most needy people,” as the Joint Budget Committee votes to recommend cuts.


Colorado now has 10 recorded measles cases as the Broomfield outbreak continues to spread
The new cases and seven others have all been linked to the outbreak that started at Broomfield High School.

By John Daley

Teens find power over nicotine addiction by handing over vape devices, one at a time
A school speaker asks Colorado students to turn in their devises as educators say vaping is much more common now.

By John Daley

Four more people linked to a Broomfield school have measles
Colorado is on track for a record year as the outbreak in Adams County extends to Weld County.


A third unvaccinated child tied to Broomfield High gets measles, prompting public health official to declare an outbreak
The new case is the state’s fourth this year, giving Colorado a bad start when it comes to measles for 2026.

By John Daley

Unvaccinated students, staff at Broomfield High School sent home for 21 days to prevent measles outbreak
This comes after Broomfield High confirmed cases in two unvaccinated students. The state has now recorded three measles cases this year.

By John Daley

Infectious disease doctor discusses risks that come with the flu after fifth Colorado child dies from the virus this season
Dr. Michelle Barron addressed what she called common misconceptions that the flu can’t actually harm someone, especially children.

By John Daley

Colorado confirms the third measles case of 2026
It’s the second case of the measles at Broomfield High School as the Adams County and state health departments warns of potential exposures.

By John Daley

Fifth Colorado child dies from flu this season
Doctors say they’re seeing what a heavy toll a bad season can take as Coloradans generally lag the nation in vaccine rates.

By John Daley

Traveler from out of state causes possible measles exposure at DIA and St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Littleton
A person arrived from Miami on the morning of Feb. 21 and left the next day. The health department will notify people who may have been exposed.

By John Daley

Colorado joins multi-state lawsuit against Trump administration over child immunization schedule
Last month, the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention dropped seven childhood vaccines from a list of those universally recommended.

By John Daley

Approved but unfunded study on universal health care in Colorado finds financial support
With the state’s budget gaps, Colorado School of Public Health was $750,000 short, but can now begin its research.

By John Daley

Colorado woman whose daughter died attends social media trial as addiction lawsuit plays out
Social media companies are on trial in a landmark case that could have far-reaching implications.

By John Daley
