Man gets kidney from coworker, "It's a complete transformation"
When Chris Atwood was nearing kidney failure, his coworker stepped up to help.
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When Chris Atwood was nearing kidney failure, his coworker stepped up to help.
Deaths from diabetes increased during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Colorado has seen a dramatic decline in drug overdose deaths over the past year, with the steepest reduction coming from fentanyl.
The threat of the avian flu continues to increase as household cats are experiencing increased levels of infections and deaths.
FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary said there is a "void of data" on the COVID booster shots.
Some FDA scientists and inspections staff were told that their layoffs may be rescinded.
A new study shows promising results for treating certain cancers with immunotherapy and completely avoiding surgery, radiation and chemotherapy.
A fifth case of measles is now confirmed in Colorado. It's the third case in Denver.
"We are not creating an autism registry," a Department of Health and Human Services official said in a statement.
For poorest patients at hundreds of nonprofit hospitals, financial pain follows medical care.
Health and wellness are among the topics being talked about at this year's BizLife Con.
"That just made me so mad," one laid-off FDA scientist said.
A new report on air quality across the U.S. offers a cloudy prognosis on the long-term health of about 156 million residents who live in areas that received an "F" in smog and soot pollution.
The Department of Health and Human Services is calling on companies to phase out all petroleum-based dyes by the end of next year, Secretary Robert F Kennedy, Jr. announced.
The second case of measles has been confirmed in Denver, according to city and county health officials. The latest case is an adult who got the virus from inside the same house as the first case in the city.
On Wednesday, Colorado's Behavioral Health Administration launched a new resource to help link individuals and families to mental health providers and resources in their area.
A gastroenterologist in the Denver metro area helps patients who have unaddressed issues feel comfortable discussing their concerns.
Officials at Cherry Creek Reservoir in Aurora are warning people about toxic blue-green algae, which can cause rashes, gastrointestinal issues, muscle weakness, or even vomiting.
Colorado Access President Annie Lee spoke about the "shift" in health care in the state that will result from the "big, beautiful bill." A Medicaid recipient also provided her reaction.
Dr. Joseph Ponce is an ER Physician with AdventHealth Porter and he talks about the most common injuries over the Fourth of July holiday weekend.
Domestic violence victims in Jefferson County are losing up to thousands of dollars to scammers who contact them within hours of alleged abuser arrests.
Meta will now pay dozens of states a portion of a recent settlement in a social media addiction lawsuit, including nearly $615 million to Colorado.
Wildfires have burned more than 7 million acres in 2026, a new record, and there are still a lot of hot, dry days left this year.
One Colorado state trooper remains in the hospital, and another has been released after they were shot by a suspect following a traffic stop on Tuesday.
Colorado's cattle ranchers say they're worried about President Trump's plan to lower beef prices by temporarily allowing "no out-of-quota tariff" beef imports.
Domestic violence victims in Jefferson County are losing up to thousands of dollars to scammers who contact them within hours of alleged abuser arrests.
Westminster is recommending that residents conserve water but is not necessarily restricting it at this time. The city says it has an extensive water portfolio, but some residents are concerned about what a lack of conservation efforts could mean for the future.
He once owned a Michelin-recognized BBQ restaurant in Lakewood; now Jared Leonard has been sentenced to federal prison for wire fraud and tax charges.
Summit County's Flock cameras are going dark for the next 30 days. The sheriff says he needs time to assess the department's policies and to hear from the public.
Aurora police hope the community can help them track down five shoplifting suspects that they are calling "organized offenders."
One study shows soccer and basketball are projected to generate the highest amount of global revenue for women's sports, and Denver is seeing some of those effects firsthand, with the new NWSL team, Denver Summit FC.
The rate is much higher than is seen in the general population. CTE is a brain disease linked to repeated blows to the head.
The WNBA has been the subject of recent debates on whether transgender women should be allowed to participate in the league.
The Larry Walker Statue was unveiled prior to the Colorado Rockies game in Denver on Sunday.
Serena Williams will team up with Carlos Alcaraz to create a powerhouse mixed doubles pair in her return to the U.S. Open.
The surge in arrests comes as the White House pushes ICE to hit a target of 2,000 per day.
The group of 24 states and the District of Columbia argues the Postal Service's new rule violates the Constitution and federal law.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Meta agreed to pay up to $17.1 billion to settle allegations that its social media platforms are addictive.
President Trump hasn't settled on a replacement for White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt, whose last day is Friday, according to administration officials close to the situation.
Wildfires have burned more than 7 million acres in 2026, a new record, and there are still a lot of hot, dry days left this year.
The surge in arrests comes as the White House pushes ICE to hit a target of 2,000 per day.
Flags are flying at half-staff at the Colorado State Capitol in honor of country music legend Dolly Parton.
The group of 24 states and the District of Columbia argues the Postal Service's new rule violates the Constitution and federal law.
President Trump hasn't settled on a replacement for White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt, whose last day is Friday, according to administration officials close to the situation.
The rate is much higher than is seen in the general population. CTE is a brain disease linked to repeated blows to the head.
Researchers and disability rights advocates warn that the dismantling of the Education Department and its erosions of civil rights oversight risk widening the disparities autistic children face.
Olympian Jenny Simpson said she won't be able to run again after being diagnosed with a rare heart condition earlier this year.
CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Céline Gounder, who has had melanoma herself, said Moderna's experimental trial is "a big win for mRNA vaccines against cancer."
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
Meta agreed to pay up to $17.1 billion to settle allegations that its social media platforms are addictive.
The Personal Consumption Expenditures index was unchanged from June, highlighting stubborn inflationary pressures.
Banning people from using food stamps to buy sugary drinks helps lower consumption, proponents say. Are such restrictions a good idea?
Canadian government officials said they are also providing aid for workers and businesses that could be hurt by U.S.-imposed tariffs.
The ad for a new driver had sparked an online backlash, with viewers criticizing the spot for trivializing violence against women.
Denver City Attorney Faces Second Ethics Complaint, This One Over DIA Legal Work
An anonymous Denver city employee has filed an ethics complaint against City Attorney Miko Brown, alleging she may have violated the Denver Code of Ethics in connection with the city's hiring of the law firm where Brown previously worked.
The city of Denver is paying four lawyers at an outside law firm as much as $800 an hour to defend the city in two employee lawsuits, despite being in a $200 million deficit.
Colorado's hemp-derived THC industry could see major changes later this year, though a federal crackdown scheduled for November may be temporarily postponed.
Attorneys for the State of Colorado say a newly uncovered White House email provides crucial evidence in their lawsuit alleging the Trump administration retaliated against the state over election policies and the prosecution of former Mesa County Clerk Tina Peters.
