When it comes to keeping your teeth healthy, prevention is key. Dental visits should not only be for emergencies. Focusing on good oral hygiene means fewer dental emergencies, less costly dental procedures, and ultimately it helps you to keep your … Continue reading
One in eight women will develop invasive breast cancer in their lifetime, which is why regular screenings are so important. Northwest Colorado Health helps ensure women who are 40 and older receive regular breast cancer screenings to catch any signs … Continue reading
Good oral health is important at any age, but especially for children. Developing good habits early in life and receiving preventative care will significantly improve oral health into adulthood. One of the most common chronic health problems in children is … Continue reading
Every August, we celebrate National Community Health Center (CHC) Week. This is a time to celebrate and raise awareness of the important work of Federally-Qualified Health Centers, like Northwest Colorado Health, across the country in ensuring that everyone has access … Continue reading
Just like preventative maintenance is important for our vehicles, bikes and skis – regular check-ups and age-appropriate prevention screenings are key to staying healthy, preventing disease and avoiding costly health complications later in life. Research has shown that men die … Continue reading
Every May, we celebrate Women’s Health Month to encourage women and girls to make their health a priority. Establishing a trusted medical home with a provider that you can be open with is vital to not only preventing health issues, … Continue reading
Applying for health insurance benefits can be stressful. Northwest Colorado Health offers support for enrollment in Health First Colorado (Colorado’s Medicaid Program) and Children’s Health Plan Plus (CHP+). If these are new options for you or your family, or if … Continue reading
At one time, cervical cancer was the leading cause of cancer death in women. Now it is one of the most preventable and, if found early, successfully treated cancers. Cervical cancer deaths in the U.S. have declined more than 50 … Continue reading
Northwest Colorado Health announced today that they have been approved by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) through the Health Resources Services Administration (HRSA) to expand dental services in partnership with local school districts at our area … Continue reading
One in eight women will develop invasive breast cancer in their lifetime, which is why regular screenings are so important. Northwest Colorado Health helps ensure women who are 40 and older receive regular breast cancer screenings to catch any signs … Continue reading