Pueblo Department of Public Health and Enivronment

Pueblo's Health

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Pueblo's Health: A podcast by the Pueblo Department of Public Health and Environment is the official go-to spot for all things public health in Pueblo. Hear from specialists across departments and the community who work to make Pueblo a safe, healthy, and thriving place to live.

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Talk About Sex: Family Planning Clinic and STD Prevention 27.09.2022 11:39

Did you know STDs are on the rise in Pueblo County? Hannah Kochen and Thea Rodriguez discuss the work being done by PDPHE and a community coalition to combat the rising number of sexually transmitted diseases.

Preparation is Key: National Preparedness Month 13.09.2022 10:47

September is National Preparedness Month, and the Pueblo Department of Public Health and Environment's emergency preparedness and response team is spreading the word about the importance of being prepared. Robbie Boyer joins the podcast to discuss this year's theme for National Preparedness Month and provides tips for how people can become prepared in their own lives.

The Vaping Problem: A New Generation of Nicotine Users 30.08.2022 9:41

Scott Schulle, a Health Promotions Specialist for PDPHE, joins the podcast again to discuss the problem with vaping. As a new generation of nicotine users struggle to kick the same habit, find ways to start a conversation with youth before ever trying a vape device, teach them about the effects, and more with these tips and more!

Your Words Have Power: Empower to Recover Campaign 16.08.2022 12:01

Health Promotion Specialist Melinda Sentance joins the podcast to discuss the Overdose Data to Action program, destigmatizing substance misuse, and the campaign to empower people to recover and seek treatment. Listen in as she discusses the steps being taken in Pueblo to provide resources for those in need and how to get involved with the program. Visit https://county.pueblo.org/public-health/prev...

Latch On: World Breastfeeding Week 01.08.2022 10:21

Jennifer Sloan, IBCLC, joins the podcast to discuss the upcoming World Breastfeeding Week Celebration. Learn about the importance of breastfeeding education, support, and resources during the celebration on Saturday, August 6 at the Pueblo Mall. On top of the celebration, hear about the daily work being done by the Pueblo WIC office to support breastfeeding moms!

Quit Tips: Smoking and tobacco 12.07.2022 12:22

Welcome to Pueblo's Health: a podcast by the Pueblo Department of Public Health and Environment! The show will feature specialists from every department and community resources who work to make Pueblo a healthy and beautiful place to live.  In the first episode, Scott Schulle - Health Promotions Specialist, discusses ways people can make a plan and start a path to a smoke-free life. Listen as...