The spring open-burn season continues in Mesa County, where open burning has long been part of rural living and agricultural operations in our community. Mesa County Public Health works to ensure this practice can continue safely while protecting something we all rely on: clean air. Air quality is not only a community issue, but an […]
At its core, Mesa County Public Health works to protect and promote the health of all residents. Healthy businesses are essential to a healthy community. Public health plays a critical role in supporting local employers by providing guidance, education and resources. Reflecting on our agency’s achievements in 2025 highlights the essential role public health plays […]
Flu activity is rising in Mesa County, with a sharp increase in hospitalizations and outbreaks that could impact workplaces to start the new year. From Oct. 1 until the time this column was written on Dec. 31, there have been 73 flu-related hospitalizations, and 71 of these hospitalizations occurred since the beginning of December. “We […]
Respiratory virus season is here in Mesa County, bringing increased risks for employees and employers alike. Three viruses to pay attention to are influenza, COVID-19 and respiratory syncytial virus, better known as RSV. All three are transmitted in a similar way: through droplets from a sneeze or cough. “All three viruses still have the potential […]
Mesa County Public Health has officially scaled back its measles response after 37 days of active operations, following the successful containment of seven confirmed cases in the community. No new cases have been reported in recent weeks, and the risk to the public remains low. The agency’s approach offers a clear example of large-scale incident […]
Mesa County Public Health, in partnership with the Mesa County Coroner’s Office and the Mesa County Suicide Prevention Coalition, released its annual Suicide Report. The findings shed light on the ongoing challenges surrounding suicide in our community, but also highlight how prevention efforts are making a difference and where opportunities exist to build a stronger, […]
In Mesa County, a public health initiative is transforming how our community responds to the opioid crisis. Mesa County Public Health recently expanded its naloxone kiosk program, adding three new sites at the Orchard Mesa, Palisade and Collbran Mesa County Library branches. This brings the total to 12 kiosks located across the county, strategically positioned […]
In a significant move aimed at strengthening public health infrastructure, Mesa County Public Health launched a Behavioral Health Division. It is designed to align behavioral health efforts and bolster strategic partnerships across organizations. The new division reflects a shift toward upstream, preventive approaches in behavioral health, an area increasingly recognized as critical to workforce stability, […]
In order to grow, local businesses must adapt to overcome challenges and ultimately meet the needs of the people they serve. Sometimes the best solution to problems can be found internally, among the talented, hard-working people on your team. Grand Valley Connects, a homegrown resource-navigator program at Mesa County Public Health (MCPH), is a prime […]
Preventing youth tobacco use is a priority in Mesa County, and community members, including local businesses, play an important role. Public health resources are available to help reduce youth tobacco use, and one of the main goals is to equip youth, parents, and other trusted adults with the knowledge and resources to refuse nicotine or […]