Healthier Together: Larimer County's Public Health Podcast

What's up in public health this week? This week we're celebrating National Infant Immunization Week! Immunizations provide the best protection against many serious diseases for babies and young children when they need it most. Our Nurse-Family Partnership (NFP) program pairs first-time moms-to-be with specially trained nurses who walk alongside them through pregnancy and the postpartum period. Two...

What's up in public health this week? LCDHE recently adopted a new strategic plan for 2026 to 2028. This week, Strategic Planning, Health Equity, and Partnerships Program Manager, Talia Hirsch, walks us through the new strategic plan and how it informs the work we do at the health department. Do you have a question about public health in Larimer County? Or a topic you’d like us to discuss? Let us...

What's up in public health this week? National Public Health Week is celebrated annually during the first full week of April. Throughout the week we come together to celebrate the impact of public health in improving our day-to-day lives, safeguarding our families, and strengthening our communities. The week is also about honoring the public health workers who show up for us every day. So, for thi...

What's up in public health this week? Transportation is often a significant barrier to accessing healthcare, community services, and social spaces. Jenna Robinson, Executive Director at SAINT Volunteer Transportation, joins us to talk about the work SAINT does and the important role it plays in supporting public health. Do you have a question about public health in Larimer County? Or a topic you’d...

What's up in public health this week? Measles is spreading in Colorado with recent cases in Adams, Arapahoe, Broomfield, and Weld counties. Dr. Rachel Herlihy, Deputy Chief Medical Officer at the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, gives us an update on the current situation and answers common questions about measles. The 2026 ACT Human Rights Film Festival begins April 9th. Beth...

What's up in public health this week? This week, we’re thrilled to bring you an extended interview with our Public Health Director, Tom Gonzales. This month marks six years since the national emergency declaration for the COVID-19 pandemic. We’ve invited Tom to share a bit about what that time looked like from inside the health department, the lessons learned, and the lasting impact the pandemic h...

What's up in public health this week? The Colorado Wastewater Surveillance Program has been instrumental in tracking measles cases throughout the state. LCDHE's Communicable Disease Program Manager, Matt Bauer, joins us to explain what wastewater surveillance is, how it works, and how it supports the work of public health. As spring approaches, we'll soon be seeing more baby animals in our communi...

What's up in public health this week? Tuberculosis cases jumped more than 30% in Colorado in 2025. Dr. Paul Mayer, the health department's Medical Officer, joins us to discuss recent TB trends in Larimer County and answer common questions. This month, Colorado WIC introduced a new food list and shopping guide for WIC participants. Ashley Grier, Nutrition Manager at the health department, joins us...

What's up in public health this week? Partners from throughout the county came together this week for the second annual Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) event. In addition to an overview of recent CHIP activities, attendees learned about social prescribing and heard from a panel of local leaders employing social prescribing at their organizations. Jared Olson, Senior Population Epidemiolog...

In this special monthly edition, we go beyond the headlines to bring you in-depth conversations, practical guidance, and a behind-the-scenes look at the work happening every day at your local public health department. This episode features three segments: What's Public Health Got to Do With It? how public health shows up in unexpected places Back in November, Larimer County voters passed Propositi...

What's up in public health this week? Recently, we've seen an uptick in cases of avian flu in Colorado with a large outbreak at a commercial facility in Weld County and a number of small outbreaks in backyard flocks throughout the state. Heather Reider, Avian Health Program Coordinator at CSU, joins us to talk about the current situation and answer common questions. With Valentine's Day right arou...

What's up in public health this week? February is Heart Health Month. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. Tobacco and nicotine use is responsible for 1 in 4 cases of heart disease. Destini Hall, our Senior Health Educator for Tobacco and Youth, and Nina Wickens-Bhowmik, one of our Population Epidemiologists, join us this week to share how nicotine prevention and cessa...

What's up in public health this week? The Department of Health and Human Services and the CDC recently announced changes to the recommended childhood immunization schedule. We asked our Medical Officer, Dr. Paul Mayer, to explain what these changes mean for parents and caregivers in Larimer County. Plus, two of our amazing public health nurses, Shannon Williamson and Julie Shanley, share a bit abo...

We’re excited to share our first extended episode! In this special monthly edition, we go beyond the headlines to bring you in-depth conversations, practical guidance, and a behind-the-scenes look at the work happening every day at your local public health department. This episode features four segments: Outbreaks & Other Inconveniences public health tips and guidance for caretakers Communicab...

What's up in public health this week? We are right in the middle of respiratory virus season and with flu activity spiking, we asked Communicable Disease Epidemiologist, Abi Collingwood, to share what the current data looks like in Larimer County and how we can keep ourselves and others healthy. Why is there a respiratory virus season? What can you do to avoid the flu? Why are respiratory viruses...

Welcome to Healthier Together : Larimer County’s Public Health Podcast. Hosted by Tom and Joanna from the Larimer County Department of Health and Environment, Healthier Together is a new podcast all about local public health—what’s happening now, why it matters, and how it affects you and your loved ones. Starting January 15th, we’ll share short weekly episodes with timely updates on local public...