March 17, 2023
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Board of Health
Broomfield's first ever Board of Health members were appointed by City Council on March 7! Broomfield Public Health and Environment warmly welcomes these inaugural members:

Savita Ginde, MD, MPH
Zachary Lustgarten, MS, REHS
Elizabeth McCutchon, EdD, MSN, NNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Erin Seedorf, DrPH, MPH
Eugenia Valdez, MSN, BSN, RN
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Broomfield is in Level Low: Broomfield has moved to level “low” on the CDC’s COVID-19 Community Levels. Learn more about level “low” and safety recommendations at Broomfield.org/COVID.

Upcoming Vaccine Clinics: Spread luck, not illness 🍀 Staying up-to-date on your COVID-19 vaccines will provide you with the best protection against severe illness or hospitalization. Everyone age 6 months and older are eligible for COVID-19 vaccines. Make an appointment!

Free At-Home Tests: You can still order at-home COVID-19 tests, delivered right to your home by USPS! Learn more.

Treatment for COVID-19: Test positive for COVID-19? You may be able to get treatment to help you recover! Learn more.
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National Nutrition Month
March is National Nutrition Month! Starting this month, Colorado WIC has expanded the healthy food options available to WIC participants, making it easier to purchase nutritious foods. Celebrate National Nutrition Month by signing up or referring Broomfield families who may be eligible to WIC! Learn more at Broomfield.org/WIC.
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Sexual Health Services
Are you looking for a confidential, low-cost, teen-friendly, and LGBTQ+ friendly clinic? Meet the registered nurses at our Reproductive Clinic to discuss your next physical, cancer screening, contraceptives and more!

Learn more and schedule your appointment at Broomfield.org/ReproductiveHealth.
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Community Initiated Care

Community Initiated Care is the idea that anyone in our community can have a significant impact on behavioral health outcomes. Through training, each of us can feel empowered to recognize behavioral health issues in a friend, a neighbor, or a family member and take helpful action in the moment. Learn more about the free trainings in mental health, youth mental health, and substance use, and complete the interest form at Broomfield.org/CIC.
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Poison Prevention Week
It's Poison Prevention Week! Did you know that in 2021, 41% of the calls to the Colorado Poison Center involved kids under 6? Protect your family by safely storing common hazardous household items like cleaners, paints, and insecticides. Need to get rid of some of these items? The next free household hazardous waste disposal event is on May 6; appointments open on Apr. 4! Learn more.
📚 One Book One Broomfield is Live! Vote for the book that will be read by the whole community as part of the annual One Book One Broomfield community read in 2023!
Be sure to vote at BroomfieldVoice.com/OneBook or in person at the library from Feb. 27 - Mar. 31. The winning title will be announced in May!

🌼 Spring Spectacular: Swing into spring at Broomfield’s Spring Spectacular, Saturday, April 8 at the Broomfield Community Center! From the NEW Spring Artisan Market to enjoying a fresh cooked meal from The Dancing Bee Cafe, along with inflatables and a special guest appearance the Easter Bunny, there's sure to be something for everyone.

🧸 Second Annual Tiny Tot Town: Explore a tot-sized town and visit Broomfield Public Health and Environment's booth! Join the fun and bring your kids to the Broomfield High School Gymnasium on Saturday, April 1 from 5 - 7:30 p.m.
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