Press Release

Make sure you’re up to date on flu and other respiratory virus vaccines this fall and winter

Anyone aged 6 months and older should get an annual flu and updated 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccine.

Colorado Green Business Network announces annual recognition event to honor 2024 green businesses

The network helps businesses increase energy efficiency, save money, and create a greener Colorado.

Executive Director appoints members to Colorado Circular Communities Enterprise Board of Directors

Jill Hunsaker Ryan, executive director of the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, has appointed thirteen individuals to serve on the Colorado Circular Communities Enterprise Board.

$3 million in grant funding is now available to help ensure every community in Colorado has a healthy environment to thrive in

Applications are due November 25.

State partners with child and adult caregivers to combat hunger in Colorado

CDPHE ramps up support through technical assistance and statewide training.

Colorado keeps outdoor carbon monoxide pollution more than 80% below U.S. EPA standard

The state of Colorado has effectively kept outdoor carbon monoxide pollution low for the past 20 years.

State health department launches statewide dementia awareness campaign

Denver (August 15, 2024) —The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has launched a statewide campaign to raise awareness about Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias among Coloradans.

The new “Talk About Dementia” campaign encourages Coloradans who are experiencing signs of Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia to talk about it with their loved ones and health care providers as soon as possible. The earlier dementia is detected, the greater their opportunity to participate in planning for care.