Press Release
Colorado reaffirms evidence-based vaccine guidance and continued access for families
Denver (Jan. 6, 2026) — The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment reaffirms its commitment to protecting the health of Colorado’s children, families, and communities through evidence-based vaccination guidance and continued access to preventive care.
2025 Healthcare-Associated Infections Annual Report now available
New visual dashboard creates easier way to view and compare facilities.
Half of Colorado homes have elevated radon levels, which can cause lung cancer
CDPHE offers free test kits, as well as low-income mitigation assistance.
Health officials alert public of potential measles exposure at Denver International Airport
Denver (Dec. 23, 2025) — The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, the Denver Department of Public Health and Environment, and Denver International Airport (DEN) are notifying the public of a possible measles exposure at Denver International Airport on Friday, Dec. 12. An out-of-state traveler with a confirmed case of measles traveled through DEN while infectious. For those traveling in the coming days and weeks, measles cases are occurring in parts of the U.S., with a higher likelihood of exposure in places where large numbers of people gather.
State health officials remind Coloradans to keep food safe during power outages due to high winds
CDPHE shares tips to prevent illness!
New Colorado air standard addresses methane emissions from landfills, advances state climate goals
The measures aligns with leading practices and moves Colorado one step closer to its goal of 100% net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.
CDPHE announces student winners of the lead poisoning prevention artwork contest
Students from across the state entered the contest after learning about lead poisoning and common sources of lead exposure.
Colorado public health officials identify measles case in a Weld County resident, additional cases in Montezuma County
The school-aged child, who had not received the MMR vaccine, developed symptoms after traveling to another state where there is an ongoing measles outbreak.
CDPHE to send reminder texts and emails about flu vaccine to parents and guardians
With flu hospitalizations increasing in Colorado, messages urge families to protect children by getting the flu vaccine.