Let's Talk About [it]
May is Mental Health Awareness Month! Throughout the month of May, Broomfield Public Health & Environment is highlighting community members and their stories about mental and behavioral health. By talking about subjects like depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, suicidal ideation, and more, Broomfield can reduce stigma and create a place where everyone is heard and can get the support they need. Visit Broomfield.org/LetsTalkAboutIt for community member stories and mental health resources!
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Broomfield is in Level "Medium"
Broomfield has moved to level “medium” on the CDC’s COVID-19 Community Levels. This change indicates that the risk of COVID-19 infection is increasing in Broomfield, and that there are additional steps Broomfielders can take to keep themselves healthy:
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If you are at high risk for severe illness, talk to your healthcare provider about whether you need to wear a mask and take other precautions.
- Stay up-to-date with COVID-19 vaccines.
- Get tested if you have symptoms and follow quarantine and isolation guidance.
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Boosters Available for Children Age 5-11
The FDA and CDC have approved a third (booster) dose of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 5-11, which should be administered at least five months after their second dose! This third dose will help protect children as COVID-19 transmission in Colorado continues on an upward trend due to the omicron subvariant BA.2.12.1. Sign up for upcoming clinics at Centennial Elementary, FISH, and Broomfield Pride, at Broomfield.org/COVIDVaccine.
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COVID-19 Treatment Available
Positive COVID-19 test? You may be eligible for COVID-19 treatment! If you have mild to moderate symptoms, your symptoms began within the past few days, and you are at risk of getting very sick from COVID-19, call your doctor or health care provider as soon as you can to ask about treatment. Learn more.
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FDA Limits Use of Johnson & Johnson Vaccine
The FDA has limited the authorized use of the Janssen (Johnson & Johnson) COVID-19 vaccine after evaluating reported cases of thrombosis with thrombocytopenia (TTS), a rare and potentially life-threatening syndrome. Learn more.
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Hand It In! Vape Take Back
No judgment, no hassle; just trade in your vape for a healthier habit! Teens: bring your vape or other tobacco device to the Paul Derda Recreation Center on June 6 from 5 - 7 p.m. and get a Summer Recreation Pass for the Broomfield Community Center and the Paul Derda Recreation Center!
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Free Fruits & Veggies!
Eat the rainbow this summer with WIC! This summer, the Broomfield Farmers' Market is providing weekly $10 market bucks to WIC participants and Double Up Food Bucks for SNAP participants to spend at the market! Anyone who may be eligible should apply to Broomfield WIC to take advantage of this summer opportunity!
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Sign Up for Air Quality Alerts
Ozone is one of the six common air pollutants identified in the Clean Air Act and is most likely to reach unhealthy levels on hot sunny days in the Metro Area and Broomfield. When inhaled, ground level ozone can cause health impacts. Before exercising or spending a lot of time outdoors on warm, sunny days, it’s best to check the ozone conditions in your area.
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Help Reduce Ground Level Ozone
- Combine errands to reduce car trips
- Avoid idling your car
- If possible, work remotely
- Bike, walk, or carpool
- Set your air conditioner at a higher temperature
- Get gas in the evening or early morning
- Mow your lawn in the evening
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FREE Rec Center Access for Middle Schoolers!
Looking for a fun and safe after-school spot? Broomfield middle schoolers can now access The Paul Derda Recreation Center and Broomfield Community Center for FREE after school! Show your Broomfield middle school I.D. for entry Monday through Friday from 3 - 5 p.m. (and stay as long as you’d like!). Thank you to the Broomfield Communities that Care Coalition and Broomfield Recreation Services for making this program possible.
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Congrats and Thank You to Y4Y!
Congratulations to the 2022 Y4Y Senior Graduating Class: Anoushka, Diya, Ritwik, Milan, Rishi, Gabrielle and Arya. The Youth for Youth Advisory Group, Communities That Care, and Broomfield community members and partners will always remember this particular group of seniors as the inaugural group! Thank you for leading the charge and for the positive community changes you have already made for Broomfield youth. Learn more about Youth for Youth!
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Mental Health Screening Tool
Mental Health America (MHA) is celebrating Mental Health Awareness month! When facing a mental health concern or living with a mental health condition, it’s common to feel like no one understands what you’re going through. You aren’t alone – help is available, and recovery is possible. MHA has a screening tool that can help you determine what you're feeling and how to get support! Learn more.
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Happy National Nurses Month!
Did you know that Broomfield Public Health & Environment has 9 incredible nurses on staff? Today (and every day!) we celebrate each them for their amazing work in our clinics and in the community. THANK YOU!
Learn more about the clinical services that public health nurses offer at Broomfield Public Health & Environment.
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