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Fort Carson Prevention Program Wins National Award

Fort Carson Prevention Program Wins National Award

The team earns recognition for using interactive, conversational outreach to engage military personnel in Colorado Springs.

Live Poll

Are interactive community outreach programs more effective for substance prevention than traditional lectures?


Substance Abuse

Substance Abuse

Murder Case Competency Evaluation Stalls After Refusal

The defendant in a Colorado Springs murder case twice refused mandatory mental health evaluations, delaying court proceedings.


Diseases

Live Poll

Would you feel more comfortable using virtual reality to manage anxiety during a medical imaging procedure?

Heart Disease

Virtual Reality Helps Cardiac Patients Complete Scans

Patients with claustrophobia may find it easier to complete cardiac imaging when using virtual reality headsets.

Virtual Reality Helps Cardiac Patients Complete Scans

Mental Health

Live Poll

Should your community increase funding for comprehensive mental health and job support for the homeless?

Mental Health

Providers Offer Mental Health Support in Colorado Springs

Local organizations help homeless individuals overcome barriers to accessing care and vocational training.

Providers Offer Mental Health Support in Colorado Springs

Children’s Health

Live Poll

Is access to non-emergency pediatric medical care improving in your area?

Children’s Health

Peak Vista Opened Pediatric Clinic in Colorado Springs

The new facility offers walk-in care for children up to age 21 to help address a regional pediatrician shortage.

Peak Vista Opened Pediatric Clinic in Colorado Springs