Compass

Summer 2023

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Walking for the Health of It
Energy-Boosting Breakfasts - Simple, whole foods get you through a busy morning
Mental Health In Our Community
The Center for Family Outreach - Center guides teens to safer ground
Medicine Cabinet Makeover - Get rid of expired medications
Health District news - Liane Jollon named new executive director; Hottenstein, McKay join Board; Fire Hydrant 5K; Comings and goings; Pedal power

Spring 2023

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Feeling anxious? – Calm body, mind in a chaotic world
Health District Board Election May 2, 2023
Medicaid renewals coming – Take action, seek options to stay insured
Health District news – Key Health District service changes in 2023; New medical director joins Health District; Winter Bike to Work Day

Fall 2022

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Open Enrollment 2023 - Health equity behind expanded options
Flavor your fall - Pumpkin spices add pizazz
Staying safe in your home during weather emergencies
La Cocina - Group offers support, resources to Latinx community
Heath District's integrated care program benefits patients
Health District news - Local survey finds health declines; Observing Overdose Awareness Day; ¡Bienvenidos!

Summer 2022

Health District Compass - Summer 2022

Ending Teen Overdose - Education, action key in fentanyl fight
Spilling the beans on decaffeinated coffee
Knitting soothes your psyche - Needlecraft: more than meets the eye
Senior Access Points of Larimer County - Local website a lifeline for senior resources
Should you count calories?
Health District news - Four elected to Health District Board; Award honors Health District, Homeward Alliance staff; Staff in the community
Classes, screenings, and services - Cholesterol testing schedule; Advance Care Planning classes; Overdose Prevention Training

Spring 2022

Health District Compass - Spring 2022

Mental health co-responders: Answering the call with compassion
Nutrition labels inform healthy food choices - Updated FDA Nutrition Facts helps shoppers
Health District Board Election
Health District News - Robert B. Williams chosen to lead Health District; Comings and goings at Connections; Have your say - Triennial Community Health Survey begins

Winter 2022

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Boost your pandemic protection
Bake like an expert (at 5,000 feet) - Raise your culinary skills by mastering these high altitude tips
The salt equation = simple subtraction
The Arc of Larimer County - Helping people with disabilities live the life they choose
Tobacco use in our community - Cigarette smoking rates continue to decline
Health District news - Don't forget health insurance for 2022; Health District comings and goings; Thanksgiving food drive a success
Classes, screenings, and services - Cholesterol testing schedule; Advance Care Planning classes

Fall 2021

Health District Compass - Fall 2021

Small steps can relieve stress over finances
Potatoes deserve to be served
Make the difference in defeating Delta - COVID-19 variant hits residents, hospitals hard
Health insurance help insert
The Growing Project - Laying strong roots in Fort Collins
Need a weight reset? - Find expert help to lose those pandemic pounds
Health District news - Longtime executive director Plock retiring; Health Care-a-Van provides free services; Health District earns gold

Summer 2021

Health District Compass - Summer 2021

The doctor is in - Time to end delayed health care
Healthier twist on the tasty freeze - Smoothie bowls are cool, colorful, and quick
Driving habits in our community - Survey shows increase in dangerous practices
Homeward Alliance - Empowering clients to escape homelessness
Struggling to recover from COVID chaos? - Financial relief is here
Health District News - Questions about the COVID-19 vaccine?; Caring for Colorado grant supports vaccine equity; Services get permanent home; Free community cholesterol testing resumes

Spring 2021

Health District Compass - Spring 2021

COVID-19 one year later: Focus on vaccines, hope, and health
Get growing with container gardens
HealthInfoSource.com - Local mental health and substance use resources at your fingertips
SPLASH offers safety, fun for LGBTQIA+ youth
Advance care planning in pandemic times - Make your health-care wishes known now
Health District News - Health District helps with COVID-19 vaccination; Cochran-Ward, Ferrans named to Health District leadership team; Ulloa Girón joins Health District board; Larimer Health Connect offers free help

Winter 2021

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Insure your health: Don't go uncovered - Affordable health insurance is within reach
Homemade jerky to the rescue
Avoid injury in your home office
The Avery Center - Helping sex-trafficked survivors find healing, empowerment
COVID-19 - Vaccine arrives, mysteries persist
Health District News - Survey: pandemic hits local wallets, mental health; Health Promotion helps clients stay on course through pandemic; COVID site offers safety, comfort

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