Many Colorado Coronavirus Testing Sites Close Due To Cold Weather

Many community testing sites are either delaying their openings or closing after a significant drop in temperatures.

Weekly Update: How COVID-19 Is Affecting Lakewood Nursing Homes

The federal government has been tracking coronavirus cases and deaths in nursing homes, including in Lakewood.

Hospital Capacity In Lakewood: Weekly Update

Here's how the coronavirus pandemic is affecting hospitals and their ICUs in Lakewood.

Here’s How Coronavirus Is Affecting Lakewood Nursing Homes

The federal government has been tracking coronavirus cases and deaths in nursing homes, including in Lakewood.

How Close Lakewood Area Hospitals Are To Capacity: Update

Here is the latest federal data on hospital capacity, including ICUs, in Jefferson County.

Jeffco Offers Vaccinations To People 70 And Older: What To Know

Jefferson County Public Health will begin Wednesday to give COVID-19 vaccines to people over 70, officials said.

How Close Lakewood Area Hospitals Are To Capacity: Update

New federal data shows how the coronavirus epidemic has affected hospital capacity in Jefferson County and across Colorado.

Here's How Close Lakewood Area Hospitals Are To Capacity

New data provided by the federal government shows which hospitals are nearing capacity in Jefferson County.

See Which Lakewood Area Hospitals Near Capacity

New federal government data shows which hospitals are closest to capacity in the Lakewood area.

See Your Coronavirus Exposure Risk Indoors In Jefferson County

A tool developed by researchers from several universities lets you see your risk of being exposed to the coronavirus indoors.

List Of Colorado Hospitals That Are Set To Receive 1st Vaccines

How many vaccine doses will your local health care center receive from Colorado's first order? Here's a list.

Estimated COVID-19 Vaccine Wait Time In Jefferson County

The New York Times, the Surgo Foundation and Ariadne Labs used their vaccine tool to calculate an estimation of your wait time.

How Jeffco Residents Can Have a Safe Thanksgiving Feast: 4 Steps

The pandemic may force a lot of first time chefs to cook a turkey this year. Here are some simple steps to keep things healthy and safe.

See Your Coronavirus Exposure Risk Indoors In Lakewood

A tool developed by researchers from several universities lets you see your risk of being exposed to the coronavirus indoors.

Jefferson County To Move To 'Safer-At-Home' Level May 9

This means that on May 9, critical businesses can remain open, and many non-critical businesses can begin to open with some restrictions.

Lakewood Mayor Encourages Residents To Take Coronavirus Pledge

“Please take the pledge. The cure is us. Together, we will win this battle," Lakewood Mayor Adam Paul said.

Jeffco Food And Nutrition Task Force To Present Recommendations

A community group will be presenting its finalized report of recommendations to the Jefferson County Board of Education.

Hepatitis A Found In Jeffco Jail Inmate, Adding To CO Outbreak

More than 160 documented cases of hepatitis A have been reported in Colorado this year.

Outdoor Fitness Court Opens In Lakewood's Addenbrooke Park

A launch party with free classes and demonstrations will be held on Sept. 4, the City of Lakewood announced.

Lakewood Rec Offering Free Carmody Fitness Pad Orientations

If you're curious about using the free outdoor fitness equipment at Carmody Rec Center, now's your chance.

Glennon Heights Pool Getting Makeover

Demolition of the pool's bathhouse begins this week, the City of Lakewood said.

Rollback Week Begins At Lakewood Rec Centers

Lakewood residents will receive $1 admission all week at local rec centers. View the schedule here.

Rattlesnake Bite Sends Lakewood Man To Hospital

An online fundraiser is helping Richard Boggs pay for $10,000 worth of medical bills after a rattlesnake bite.

New Lakewood Outdoor Fitness Court Gets $30K Grant

Addenbrooke Park will add an outdoor gym with a circuit training system as part of national fitness award program.

Lakewood Cracks Down On Youth Vaping

Licensing program will focus on education of health risks of vaping, city says.

Colorado Fails In Smoking Prevention Efforts: American Lung Assn.

The 2019 “State of Tobacco Control Report” finds that most states and the federal government are falling short in preventing tobacco use.

New Year's Day: Free Fitness Classes In Lakewood

Carmody Recreation Center will offer free classes on Jan. 1

New Rankings Show How Healthy Colorado Really Is

The United Health Foundation just released it’s 29th annual health rankings report. See how Colorado fared.

Cancer-Causing Gas Levels Reduced From Lakewood Industrial Firm

Air testing by the state health department showed dropped levels of ethylene oxide after Terumo BCT applied extra emission controls.

Flu Shot Before The Holidays? It's Not Too Early

Get vaccinated before the holidays expose you to extra germs at airports, shopping centers and on vacations, the Colo. Health Dept. said.

Colorado Hospital Safety Grades 2018: The Best And The Worst

The nonprofit group Leapfrog released its bi-annual round of hospital safety grades. See what your hospital scored.

Flu Shots Available Through JeffCo Health Department

It's not too soon to get a flu shot, health officials warn. Last year’s flu season was the worst the U.S. has seen in years.

Lakewood Industrial Firm Targeted By EPA For Cancer-Causing Gas

Terumo BCT Sterilization was shown to use large amounts of ethylene oxide​, but local cancer increases have not been found, the state said.

West Metro Veterans Fair Offers Health Screenings, Resources

More than 45 organizations that serve military veterans and their families will be on-hand to offer help to vets on Sept. 25.

Youth Vaping a 'Public Health Crisis' In Jefferson County

Health Dept. seeks to educate parents of the health dangers to young people from vaping nicotine.

Makers Of OxyContin Sued By State Of Colorado

Purdue Pharma's fake marketing campaigns contributed to the opioid deaths of thousands of Coloradans, Attorney General's Office says.

Bike To Work Day: Munch On Free Breakfast Burritos In Lakewood

The City of Lakewood wants you to get out of your car June 27 for a bike ride to work with free breakfast and an after-work celebration.

Drug Take-Back Day Announced For Lakewood

Lakewood police will be collecting prescription drugs no longer needed on April 28.

Coconut Salmonella Outbreak Sickens 13 In 8 States

UPDATE: Natural Grocers raw "coconut smiles" have been traced to food-bourne illness in 13 people, including one in Colorado.

Salmonella Risk: Lakewood Grocery Chain Recalls Raw Coconut

Six people have been sickened with Salmonella traced to raw coconut sold by Vitamin Cottage Natural Food Markets, LLC.