
May 18, 2026
UCHealth reports a $1.6 billion investment into community benefit programs across Colorado over the past fiscal year amid growing needs for rural healthcare access. Leaders highlight expanded maternity services following regional hospital closures and ongoing commitments ranging from cancer treatment outreach to workforce development.
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April 5, 2026
Marijuana edibles are sending more people than expected to emergency rooms in Colorado due to delayed effects and severe reactions. Experts urge caution with dosing and emphasize safe storage away from children and pets.
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April 5, 2026
University of Colorado researchers are conducting new clinical trials on whether marijuana helps manage chronic pain. Despite widespread claims about its benefits and legal status in many states, scientific evidence remains limited. Ongoing studies aim to clarify its effectiveness using rigorous methods.
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March 25, 2026
Medical experts emphasize keeping up with recommended tetanus boosters amid rising concerns about preventable diseases like whooping cough and measles. Dr. Michelle Barron highlights declining vaccination rates as a growing threat to public health.
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March 16, 2026
Colorectal cancer rates are rising among younger adults despite declines in older populations. Experts highlight early detection through screenings like colonoscopies and stress healthy lifestyle choices as ways to reduce risk.
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March 12, 2026
Dr. Fernando Holguin from UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital shares guidance on protecting against wildfire smoke exposure. Vulnerable populations are urged to monitor air quality closely and take precautions such as staying indoors or using proper masks.
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February 22, 2026
Measles cases are increasing across the United States in 2026, following a significant surge in 2025.
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February 20, 2026
UCHealth surgeons in Colorado have performed a new type of thumb arthritis surgery for the first time in the western United States.
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February 15, 2026
UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital has reached a milestone in transplant care, completing more than 10,000 organ transplants since its first procedure in 1962.
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February 9, 2026
Tuberculosis (TB) cases in Colorado increased by 32% in 2025 compared to the previous year, according to data from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE).
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