May is National Water Safety Month and the Denver Health Trauma and Injury Prevention Program would like to promote fun and safety in, on, and around the water for all ages and abilities!

If you are reading this, you have most likely experienced burnout at some stage or another. Maybe you are currently feeling burnt out or experience it frequently. You might be unsure. Wherever you are, learning what burnout is and reflecting over your personal red flags to prepare for the potential experience of it, is critical for your overall wellness and workplace health. 

Colon and Rectal Cancer Screening Saves Lives

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Colorectal cancer (which can also be known as colon cancer or rectal cancer) is the third most common cancer in both men and women in the United States, striking one in every 20 Americans, and the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S. among men and women combined. It is also one of the most preventable types of cancer if caught early. A screening test can be lifesaving.

Celebrity Deaths of Bob Saget and Natasha Richardson Highlight Need for Awareness

News about the celebrity deaths of comedian/actor Bob Saget recently and before that, actress Natasha Richardson are both sobering reminders that a head injury is not to be ignored and should never be taken lightly.

February is American Heart Month, a time when Denver Health joins with health professionals around the country to encourage everyone to take time to focus on their cardiovascular health. Heart disease is the number one cause of death in the United States and by taking just a few small steps, Americans can make their hearts healthier and avoid conditions such as high blood pressure (also known as hypertension) that can lead to even more serious conditions such as heart disease, heart attack, stroke and/or cardiac arrest.