Short of staff and beds, mentally ill remain in jails and on streets
An inefficient system in Colorado leaves gaping holes -- the mentally ill who live on the streets or reside in Colorado's jails often end up in emergency rooms and in the courts.
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An inefficient system in Colorado leaves gaping holes -- the mentally ill who live on the streets or reside in Colorado's jails often end up in emergency rooms and in the courts.
Mental health disclosures can help counter false beliefs around conditions and minimize stereotypes, one expert says, while other health disclosures can bring visibility and reduce stigma.
Easy Healthcare, which owns Premom, has agreed to pay $200,000 in fines but did not admit to any wrongdoing.
Students at Hamilton Middle School gathered for a day with Denver's creative community.
Colorado firefighters are being asked to take part in an effort to track and reduce cancer in their profession. Cancer is the leading cause of work-related deaths among firefighters, accounting for 75% of those fatalities last year.
Dr. Emmy Betz of the University of Colorado School of Medicine is leading the initiative that will bring doctors and scientists together to take a nonpartisan look at the data around firearm injuries and deaths.
Trying to lose weight? Don't rely on non-sugar sweeteners, the World Health Organization advises in newly released guidance.
A doctor is moving her practice to Colorado to avoid strict "abortion restrictions" other states are implementing.
Despite efforts to reduce health disparities, a new study is calling attention to drastic differences in mortality rates among Black Americans compared to the White population.
An evening to share mental health resources was organized by the foundation for Boulder Valley schools.
The initiative is designed to ensure everybody thrives and demonstrate it's never too early to prioritize our emotional health. At Denver Health, specialists are now tackling infant mental health.
From filling prescriptions to administering vaccinations, pharmacies play a major role in people's daily lives and health needs, but over the last three years, the industry has had its struggles.
The CDC is expected to release new vaccine effectiveness data this week.
States will be disenrolling people from Medicaid as pandemic-era policies wind down. But in two states, some who lose coverage may requalify months later, once Medicaid expansion takes effect.
Colorado organizations are collaborating for a month-long "Donate for Mothers" campaign in May hosted by Vitalant.
Colorado State University renovated an old airfield for drone technology testing.
Now that Colorado's primary elections are final, Novembers ballot is looking pretty interesting.
The intersection at !-225 and South Parker Road is one of the most dangerous so police concentrated enforcement and education there.
More mandatory evacuations were issued Friday by the Dolores Office of Emergency Management in the Ferris Fire.
More than two hours away from the devastating impacts of the Aspen Acres Fire, residents in the Denver metro area are searching for ways to help give back to those in need.
Colorado Highway 119 was closed today so crews could install a bicycle bypass bridge.
Colorado State University renovated an old air field as a space to develop drone technology.
Denver Public Library will stop lending out Wi-Fi hotspots and Chromebook computers due to budget constraints.
Colorado's election ballot will include a socialist, a confessed killer, and a former anti-meat activist in the State's biggest beef producing district.
The intersection at !-225 and South Parker Road is one of the most dangerous so police concentrated enforcement and education there.
One look and listen to Dillon Stewart's swing and you can tell he can sent it.
Belgium defeated the U.S. Men's National Team 4-1 on Monday night in the World Cup round of 16 knockout match in Seattle, ending the Americans' hopes of reaching the quarterfinals for the first time in 24 years.
Balogun's reinstatement came after President Trump called FIFA President Gianni Infantino last week and asked for a review of the red card suspension.
Folarin Balogun got the scoring going with a goal in the 45th minute, but was sent off with a controversial red card in the 64th minute.
Tickets for the 14 free and open Denver Broncos Training Camp practices were made available on Wednesday morning to both season ticket holders and the general public.
Ann Widdecombe, a former member of Parliament, had "sustained serious injuries" when she was found dead in her home in southwest England, police said.
Eight months ago, Hegseth told top military leaders there would be "no more beardos" and "fat troops."
President Trump said Friday he won't sign the law, but a U.S. official said he isn't expected to veto it either.
British budget airline EasyJet says it's reached an agreement in principle for a £5.7-billion ($7.7-billion) takeover by U.S. private equity firm Apollo, topping a rival offer from fellow American private equity investor Castlelake.
A federal court ruling enabled some taxpayers to seek refunds tied to COVID-era filing deadlines. But that window expires July 10 — here's what to know.
Eight months ago, Hegseth told top military leaders there would be "no more beardos" and "fat troops."
President Trump said Friday he won't sign the law, but a U.S. official said he isn't expected to veto it either.
Victor Marx is projected to win what may be the closest Republican primary for Governor in Colorado history. The Associated Press called the race late Thursday afternoon.
Three-time Olympian David Hearn was indicted July 2, after he was accused of ripping out a portion of the sealant from the bottom of the Reflecting Pool on June 19.
The Justice Department in May announced it had dismissed criminal foreign bribery and securities fraud charges against Gautam Adani, India's richest man.
As health officials investigate a growing multistate Cyclospora outbreak, Colorado public health leaders say there is no evidence of an increased risk from produce sold in Colorado.
Researchers are getting a better idea of the ills caused by wildfire smoke as the West becomes the location of larger and more severe fires.
The FDA is urging parents and caregivers to immediately stop using a Nara Organics-brand formula after several infants contracted botulism.
Wildfire smoke drifting through Colorado has pushed the Front Range and Northern Colorado into some of the worst air quality conditions in the United States, prompting health experts to warn residents, especially those with underlying respiratory conditions, to take precautions.
Actor Danny Glover spoke about his Alzheimer's diagnosis in an interview with NBC's "Today" show, revealing that he has been living with the disease for several years.
President Trump said Friday he won't sign the law, but a U.S. official said he isn't expected to veto it either.
The former CFO of The Epoch Times, a conservative multinational media company, interrupted jury selection at his money laundering trial to plead guilty to a conspiracy charge in a $67 million fraud scheme.
British budget airline EasyJet says it's reached an agreement in principle for a £5.7-billion ($7.7-billion) takeover by U.S. private equity firm Apollo, topping a rival offer from fellow American private equity investor Castlelake.
A federal court ruling enabled some taxpayers to seek refunds tied to COVID-era filing deadlines. But that window expires July 10 — here's what to know.
Kia America is recalling almost 463,000 Telluride SUVs from the 2020-2024 model years that could catch fire while being driven or parked, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says.
Concerns are emerging about a company formerly known as COE Bikes, which continues advertising free e-bikes and is now drawing scrutiny from state agencies.
The City of Denver is giving itself stronger enforcement tools to hold owners of neglected and derelict properties accountable, including significantly larger fines for those who fail to comply with city orders.
A Colorado administrative law judge has upheld the demotion of a former Colorado Department of Corrections manager who admitted participating in years of inappropriate text message exchanges with other prison leaders.
A man who stayed at a downtown Denver hotel last summer says he woke up to bats flying around his room — and that one of them bit him. He has now filed a lawsuit against the hotel.
A Keenesburg police officer pleaded no contest to reckless driving and reckless endangerment stemming from a 2025 crash on Interstate 25 that the Colorado State Patrol said he caused -- and then fled from.
