Colorado has an opportunity to respond to the needs of youth by passing a bill to create the Office of Disordered Eating Prevention
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Opinion: A pro-oil Texas lobbyist aims to undermine Colorado’s progress in reducing the health impacts of drilling
Don’t fall for it. Colorado must be vigilant to turn back such front groups and their self-serving motives.
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Nicolais: Colorado Public Option puts its stake in the ground
Reporting 35,000 new registrants, the controversial government-guided health insurance plan marks a ground shift in the health care industry
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Zornio: Seeking mental health treatment is a strength, not a weakness
Our brains need regular care and exercise just like any other part of our body. Therapy is an important part of good mental health.
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Opinion: Capture the lessons of Colorado’s response to COVID-19
Time for a systematic review — the successes and failures — so we’re better prepared for the next health emergency.
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Zornio: Coloradans seeking IVF need help getting health care coverage
Despite state lawmakers’ best intentions, IVF coverage remains difficult to access for many Coloradans
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Carman: Denver’s next mayor must be committed to solving the homelessness problem
The city’s new mayor will need to find a way to mobilize the community with discipline and compassion, rather than looking away
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Opinion: In the battle against opioid addiction, prevention is a necessary weapon alongside treatment
The goal is to prevent opioid disorders before they happen. Colorado should devote a share of its lawsuit settlements on data-supported prevention methods.
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Opinion: Alcohol and public health do not mix well
Keep that in mind as you vote on the alcohol-related measures on the Colorado ballot.
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Zornio: Improving awareness of breast density can help reduce breast cancer mortality rates
Colorado is ahead of the curve in many ways, but lawmakers can do more to remove barriers to screening access, especially for uninsured women