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Researchers found that individuals with Down syndrome were almost five times more likely to be hospitalized from COVID and at 10 times higher risk of death from the disease.
"If I was going to get vaccinated," says KCNC-TV Medical Editor Dr. Dave Hnida, "I would not be pre-administering any sort of medication that might potentially blunt the effectiveness of the vaccine."
Data from studies done in the United Kingdom show the COVID-19 vaccine made by Novavax is roughly 90% effective. CBS4 Health Specialist Kathy Wash is a volunteer in the Phase 3 clinical trial in the U.S.
With more Coloradans receiving the COVID-19 vaccines every day and more tiers being opened, we're hear more about minor side effects like arm soreness. That has some wondering if they should take a pain reliever, like ibuprofen, before they get the shot. CBSN Denver's Makenzie O'Keefe posed that very question to CBS4 Medical Editor Dr. Dave Hnida.
The three missing skiers buried in a backcountry avalanche in the northern San Juan mountains have been identified as Seth Bossung, Andy Jessen and Adam Palmer.
The sister of teenage arson suspect Kevin Bui, arrested in connection with a deadly house fire that killed five, will also face charges in connection to the arson. Tanya Bui appeared in court on Wednesday on drug and weapons charges and pleaded not guilty.
In the emergency department at UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital, Dr. Vaughn Browne sees the worst of the pandemic every single day.
With the rising cost of living in Colorado, a new trend is popping up across Denver.
Police in Littleton have issued an arrest warrant for a man accused of assaulting and carjacking a woman inside a carwash.
The 95-year-old man accused of shooting an employee at an assisted living center in Lafayette is identified as Okey Payne.
If you've always wanted to have a miniature goat as a pet and you live in Brighton, now's your chance!
Since the start of the pandemic Colorado restaurants have lost $3 billion according to the Colorado Restaurant Association.
Colorado Parks and Wildlife is investigating after a woman was attacked by a deer inside her Woodland Park home.
Police in Boulder are searching for two robbery suspects accused of using bear spray on a Home Depot employee.
A community food pantry in Denver is in dire need of monetary and fresh food donations.
It was an exciting and emotional day in downtown Denver as the ribbon was cut on the newly remodeled Central Library.
We're tracking accumulating snow across Colorado and Denver Monday morning.
Watch meteorologist Callie Zanandrie's forecast.
Police in Loveland arrested a murder suspect on Friday night after they were called for a welfare check. The same suspect was charged with assault on a police officer and resisting arrest just weeks earlier.
Windy, dry conditions combined with temps that will rise to around 80 mean fire danger is high for Colorado.
Aurora is encouraging residents to rethink their landscaping as the city pushes for more water‑wise properties.
On Monday, officials in Boulder and Clear Creek County announced that they're putting Stage 1 fire restrictions in place effective immediately.
As Colorado approaches its 150th year, some of its history isn't just remembered, it's still being lived. In Steamboat Springs, that history runs straight through Howelsen Hill Ski Area.
Firefighters say several farm animals were killed near Fort Lupton after a large fire broke out on Sunday.
The Colorado Department of Transportation is continuing to work on the I-270 and US 36 bridge over I-25 to make it safe for drivers.
Watch Lauren Whitney's forecast
Howelsen Hill is the oldest operating ski area in North America. People have been skiing at the mountain since early in the 20th century.
In addition to ways to secure the lowest fares, Nicole Zillman spoke with CBS Colorado about the importance of buying travel insurance.
Allergy season is worse for many this year, according to Elizabeth Burcham, a Physician Assistant specializing in ENT care at AdventHealth Parker.
The DU Pioneers are heading to the Frozen Four for the third straight year. The Pios will play Michigan on April 9 in Las Vegas.
The most heavily-attended NWSL game ever ended in a scoreless draw on Saturday.
Six weeks after Ilia Malinin missed the Olympic podium, the "quad god" reeled off huge jumps and a backflip to retain his world figure skating championship title.
The National Women's Soccer League has rapidly expanded since its first year in operation in 2012.
Women's soccer is experiencing a surge in popularity across the United States, and that momentum has reached Denver.
JetBlue is hiking bag check fees as airlines face higher jet fuel costs related to the Iran war, making flying more expensive.
In a Monday speech, Powell also touched on the impact of the Iran war, saying that longer-term inflation expectations remain in check.
Air Canada will seek a new CEO with "the ability to communicate in French" after Rousseau's English-only condolence message about the deadly New York crash.
According to a recent report, nearly one in four species catalogued by the CMS are threatened with extinction on a worldwide scale.
The shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security is set to stretch on after House Republicans rejected a Senate-passed solution to the standoff late last week.
The shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security is set to stretch on after House Republicans rejected a Senate-passed solution to the standoff late last week.
The forces give Trump military options in Iran, including operations that could target opening the Strait of Hormuz, take oil from Kharg Island or seize Iran's stockpile of enriched uranium, sources said.
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act will add red tape and restrictions for those seeking Medicaid and SNAP benefits. And the costs to update computer systems that determine eligibility for those programs will be steep.
Jerome Adams, who served as surgeon general in President Trump's first term, said that "similar to cigarettes," the government needs to point out that social media platforms "are incredibly addictive."
Congress has yet to approve funding for the Department of Homeland Security, which has been shut down for over 40 days.
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act will add red tape and restrictions for those seeking Medicaid and SNAP benefits. And the costs to update computer systems that determine eligibility for those programs will be steep.
A record warm winter, combined with dry conditions across Colorado, has created the perfect conditions for allergy season to start early.
The Colorado State Senate recognized Purple Day, marking efforts to raise awareness about epilepsy and support people living with the neurological disorder. For one state senator, the recognition carried deep personal meaning.
Here's what to know about peptides, what they can and can't do, and what's driving viral claims about possible health benefits online.
There's a new dedicated space for teens and young adults to find a sense of normalcy while receiving medical treatment, and it's inspired by a former patient.
JetBlue is hiking bag check fees as airlines face higher jet fuel costs related to the Iran war, making flying more expensive.
Due to the ongoing war in Iran, airfare prices are taking off because of rising jet fuel costs. A local travel agent is sharing ways to save money when booking your next trip or summer vacation.
In a Monday speech, Powell also touched on the impact of the Iran war, saying that longer-term inflation expectations remain in check.
Air Canada will seek a new CEO with "the ability to communicate in French" after Rousseau's English-only condolence message about the deadly New York crash.
After an unseasonably warm winter, the Denver Board of Water Commissioners has announced mandatory watering restrictions ranging from watering gardens to service in restaurants.
A state investigation has found that a Denver assisted living facility took 13 minutes to locate a resident who collapsed and begin CPR -- failures regulators say placed all 125 residents in "immediate jeopardy."
Colorado's youth detention facilities are at the center of a civil rights lawsuit alleging that children are being kept beyond their court-ordered release dates. Advocates and families say the impact is irreversible.
One day after DIA's general counsel filed a federal lawsuit against the city and three of Mayor Mike Johnston's appointees -- alleging unethical and potentially illegal behavior, and claiming they were plotting to oust airport CEO Phil Washington -- one of the appointees, City Attorney Miko Brown, responded by saying of the claims in the lawsuit, "I know they're upsetting."
A woman whose aging mother was charged thousands of dollars to change a lock reached out to CBS Colorado in hopes that the station would help them get the money back.
A senior lawyer at Denver International Airport filed a federal lawsuit against the city and three top officials, claiming he was pushed out of his job after warning about possible alleged violations of law and more.
