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Boulder County News:

ICS Classes Spring 2010
Boulder County Public Health and the Medical Reserve Corps of Boulder County are hosting a series of Incident Command System (ICS) classes that will enable both BCPH staff, MRCBC members and other key responders to better prepare for natural disasters and other emergencies. Continued

Public Health to Host Webcast about Radon Issues in Real Estate Transactions
Wednesday, February 3, 2010 - Boulder, CO - Elevated concentrations of radon are prevalent in as many as 54% of homes in Boulder County. This naturally occurring radioactive gas has been shown by the National Cancer Institute to significantly increase the potential of lung cancer in both smokers and nonsmokers. Continued

Revenue Shortfall Causes Suspension of Transitional Residential Treatment Program
Friday, January 29, 2010 - Boulder, CO - Like many organizations in Boulder County and across the state, Boulder County Public Health (BCPH) is grappling with revenue shortfalls. After careful review of the situation and solution alternatives, the Transitional Residential Treatment (TRT) program has been suspended until May 15, 2010. Continued

Medical Marijuana
In the November 2000 general election, Coloradoans passed Amendment 20, and the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) was tasked with implementing and administering the Medical Marijuana Registry program.

In March of 2001, the State of Colorado Board of Health approved the Rules and Regulations pertaining to the administration of the program.

As an agency governed by the State of Colorado Board of Health, Boulder County Public Health follows and enforces the rules and regulations as set forth by the Board. For information about these regulations, please visit: www.cdphe.state.co.us/hs/Medicalmarijuana/resources.html

Choosing an Environmentally Outstanding Businesses Just Got Easier
Monday, December 21, 2009 - BOULDER – Beginning today, Boulder County residents and visitors will have an easier time making their dollars count by choosing a sustainable business. The Partners for A Clean Environment (PACE) Program launched an interactive, online map to help people identify the businesses that are making green decisions.  Continued

Colorado News:

February 2, 2010
Significant Progress Made in Reducing Tobacco Use, but More Work Remains

February 1, 2010
Get Heart Healthy: Know Your Risk for Heart Disease

January 26, 2010
Rhode Island Firm Recalls Italian Sausage Due to Salmonella Contamination

January 20, 2010
State Commission Wins Suit Upholding Oil and Gas Brine Waste Disposal Rules

January 20, 2010
Parkers Farm Expands Recall to Include Dips and Spreads Distributed at
Safeway and Whole Foods Stores in Colorado

January 15, 2010
Colorado Hospital-Acquired Infections Annual Report Available Online

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