Office of Communications

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The Office of Communications of the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has overall responsibility for internal and external communications. Staff routinely works with the media, provides communications support to the executive director, and provides communications and publications support to department programs.

Communications Director, Mark Salley

To speak with a department media representative directly, please contact the Office of Communications at 303-692-2013 or e-mail cdphe.officeofcommunications@state.co.us.

News Releases by Date and Title

2013

June 17: See's Company recalls Milk and Dark Chocolate Raisins due to undeclared allergen
June 13: Colorado Air Quality Control Commission to host public forum in Grand Junction
June 7: Investigation leads to changes at the state toxicology lab
June 7: Second measles case confirmed in Denver metro area
June 6: $1.5 million goes to health care professionals committed to serving Colorado communities with health care shortages
June 6: Colorado reports first measles case since 2006
June 5: Colorado’s Man Therapy goes "down under" to Australia
June 4: Colorado confirms 12 suspected hepatitis A cases associated with Townsend Farms Organic Antioxidant Blend frozen berries
June 3: International Desserts recalls vegan oatmeal cookies due to undeclared allergen
May 31: Hepatitis A outbreak associated with Townsend Farms Organic Antioxidant Blend frozen berries purchased from Costco
May 30: Lightlife Foods recalls veggie burger due to undeclared allergen
May 29: Forty percent of flu hospitalizations this season were among senior citizens
May 14: BeaMonstar Products recalls supplements due to undeclared active drug
May 13: Colorado experts in suicide prevention rally community for support
May 8: Inspectors make sure water from wells and springs is safe to drink
May 3: Governor Hickenlooper proclaims Drinking Water Week May 5-11
May 1: Krinos Foods recalls tahini sesame paste
April 30: Orville Redenbacher’s Classic Kettle Korn Ready-to-Eat Popcorn recalled due to undeclared allergen
April 25: Pinon Ridge Uranium Mill license application meets state regulatory requirements
April 24: CDC recognizes Dr. James Todd as Childhood Immunization Champion
April 24: Go Max Go Foods recalls vegan candy bars due to undeclared allergen
April 2: Colorado teen birth rate and repeat birth rates decline
March 29: Buffalo Trace Distillery issues voluntary recall of certain brand name sauces and marinades due to undeclared allergens
March 19: New law bans disposal of electronic waste in landfills
March 18: Nishimoto Trading Company issues allergy alert for Kameda brand Rice Cracker Kotsubukko
March 15: Immunizations are focus of Univision Colorado Spanish-Language health news program
March 8: Tri-Union Seafood expands recall to include Chunk Light Tuna in Oil
March 8: Bumble Bee Foods expands voluntary recall of Chunk White Albacore and Chunk Light Tuna
March 8: State epidemiologists warn that live poultry can carry Salmonella
March 7: Bumble Bee Foods issues voluntary recall of 5-ounce tuna due to loose seals
March 7: Tri-Union Seafood issues voluntary recall on select 5-ounce Chicken of the Sea white albacore tuna
March 5: Food For Life Baking Company issues voluntary recall of Ezekiel 4:9 Sprouted Grain Cereal due to undeclared allergen
Mar. 1: Schmalz’s European Provisions recalls “Applegate Organics Chicken and Apple Sausage” due to possible plastic fragments
Feb. 26: Mondelez Global LLC issues voluntary recall of belVita Breakfast Biscuit, apple cinnamon and chocolate varieties
Feb. 26: King Arthur Flour issues voluntary recall of Unbleached All-Purpose Flour and Unbleached Bread Flour due to possible plastic pieces
Feb. 13: Taylor Farms Retail issues voluntary recall of organic baby spinach due to potential contamination with E. coli
Feb. 12: AdvancePierre Foods issues voluntary recall of frozen "Fast Classics Country Fried Steaks" due to possible plastic pieces
Feb. 11: Number of Colorado kids with untreated tooth decay declines by half
Feb. 4: Colorado program introduces healthier menu guidelines and education to child care providers
Feb. 4: Community program helps Coloradans prevent diabetes
Jan. 30: Whole Catch Wild Alaskan Sockeye Salmon recall updated to include additional lot code
Jan. 28: Whole Foods Market recalls Whole Catch Wild Alaskan Sockeye Salmon because of possible health risk from Listeria
Jan. 23: Annie’s Rising Crust Frozen Pizza voluntarily recalled due to possible metal fragments
Jan. 17: $1.5 million goes to health care professionals committed to serving Colorado communities with health care shortages
Jan. 15: Colorado experiencing significant flu activity
Jan. 15: More health facilities meet or exceed infection rate national standard in 2012
Jan. 10: More munitions to be destroyed “in place” on Green Mountain
Jan. 9: State to undertake major study on oil and gas emissions
Jan. 8: Somersault Snack Co. Cinnamon Crunch voluntarily recalled due to undeclared allergen
Jan. 8: ShurFine® ice cream voluntarily recalled due to undeclared allergens
Jan. 7: Coloradans urged to test homes for radon during National Radon Action Month
Jan. 7: Work-Related Injury Deaths in Colorado in 2011
Jan. 2: Burn wood safely and observe restrictions to minimize impact on health, air quality

2012

Dec. 28: Colorado experiencing significant flu activity
Dec. 21: Widespread norovirus circulating in Colorado
Dec. 21: Allergy alert for undeclared almonds in 12-ounce ¿Udi¿s Gluten Free Au Naturel Granola¿ purchased from metro area Udi¿s Cafes
Dec. 20: Munitions to be destroyed "in place" on Green Mountain
Dec. 20: Changes on the way for Front Range¿s Auto Emissions Program
Dec. 18: Colorado whooping cough cases highest in 60 years
Dec. 17: Implementing innovative munitions detection technology on Green Mountain
Nov. 21: Students win honors in statewide radon poster contest
Nov. 13: Thousands take first step to quit tobacco during Great American Smokeout
Oct. 22: Cases of Pertussis in Colorado Top 1,000
Oct. 16: CDC selects Colorado as one of five Food Safety Centers of Excellence
Oct. 15: Innovative munitions detection technology demonstrated on green Mountain
Sept. 28: Companies to receive Colorado Environmental Leadership Awards

Sept. 25: It's time to get your annual flu vaccination. Ask about protecting your family from pertussis (whooping cough) too
Sept. 19: Colorado students invited to enter 2013 National Radon Poster Contest
Sept. 18: Golden siblings receive national leadership award for radon awareness work
Sept. 17: Twenty Colorado hospitals to receive awards for supporting breastfeeding
Sept. 11: West Nile virus: take precautions
Sept. 11: Forever Cheese Recalls Ricotta Salata Frescolina
Sep. 5: Colorado receives national achievement awards in cancer prevention and data collection
Aug. 30: Town Hall meeting in Ft. Collins to address health disparities
Aug. 20: State health department urges people who have contact with infants to get immunized for pertussis (whooping cough)
Aug. 13: Tobacco use trend shows slow decline for middle and high school students in Colorado
Aug. 9: State Vital Records Office cautions Coloradans to safeguard official documents
Aug. 6: Small quantity radioactive source stolen in Denver
Aug. 6: Campaign seeks to raise awareness of immunization coverage provisions included in Affordable Care Act
Aug. 1: Colorado ranks No. 1 in breastfeeding during baby’s first six months
Aug. 1: Department reports three positive lab tests resulting from unsafe dental practice patient notification
July 30: Costs of death records to increase
July 17: Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment approves Suncor dewatering, monitoring, remediation plans with enhancements
July 12: Patients of oral surgeon advised to get tested for HIV and hepatitisdue to unsafe injection practices
July 11: Man Therapy offers innovative approach to men’s mental health
June 27: Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment provides information about wildfire cleanup and recovery
June 25: Health care workers planning to serve medically underserved communities receive loan repayment funds totaling $1.9 million
June 21: Family Leadership Training Institute recognizes 56 graduates
June 20: Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment announces intent to hold public hearing on Energy Fuels license application
June 19: Mosquito surveillance reveals West Nile virus in three Colorado counties – No human cases reported
June 14: Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment issues statement on Energy Fuels court decision
June 13: First-ever Colorado LGBT plan aims to reduce disparities and improve health
June 12: District court judge dismisses regional haze lawsuit
June 11: Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment orders Grand Junction company to pay $240,500 for radiation safety violations
June 6: Colorado River Valley added to daily air quality forecasting
June 4: New health department campaign takes aim at whooping cough
May 29: Four Corners Air Quality Group to hold public meeting in Farmington, NM
May 25: Recall issued for organic baby spinach possibly contaminated with Salmonella
May 23: Honeyville Honey Farm recalls its Honeyville Honey Barbecue Sauce
May 23: Wild rabid bat found at Denver Zoo. Anyone having contact with the rabid bat may need vaccinations for rabies.
May 21: River Ranch Fresh Foods recalls bagged salads due to possible health risk
May 15: Free hepatitis C screenings on National Hepatitis Testing Day May 18
May 14: State health department alerts people to heightened measles risk
May 10: Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment orders Suncor to perform additional monitoring, preventive measures
May 3: Colorado suicide prevention experts rally the community for support
May 1: Grant helps Farm to School Task Force fight childhood obesity
April 27, 2012: CDC recognizes Dr. Robert Brayden as childhood immunization champion
April 25. 2012: Prescription drug take-back day coming up Saturday, April 28
April 23, 2012: Youngest children are at greatest risk when parents choose delayed vaccination schedules
April 10, 2012: State releases NRC letter confirming federal government will not intervene in Piñon Ridge radioactive materials license decision
April 10, 2012: Colorado Home Visiting Program Receives $3.7 million to improve early childhood health and development for at-risk kids
April 2, 2012: Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment issues compliance orders to Suncor Energy for air quality violations at Commerce City refinery
March 29, 2012: CDC data show increase in autism since 2006
March 29, 2012: Parents reminded that baby chicks and ducks can carry Salmonella
March 28, 2012: Denver walk with U.S. Surgeon General April 4 to promote National Public Health Week
March 16, 2012: State challenges claims and intervention from NRC regarding litigation pertaining to the licensing of Energy Fuels proposed Piñon Ridge uranium mill
March 15, 2012: New “Tips From Former Smokers” campaign aims to educate and assist Colorado smokers
March 9, 2012: Colorado’s air quality plan receives initial approval from U.S. Environment Protection Agency
March 8, 2012: Surgeon General’s report calls on Colorado to make the next generation tobacco-free
Feb. 29, 2012: State approves Energy Fuels request to defer financial assurance payments
Feb. 24, 2012: Colorado Health Service Corps accepting applications March 1-31
Feb. 15, 2012: State Laboratory adds “bubble boy” disease to its panel of newborn screenings
Feb. 6, 2012: Agriculture and air quality symposia scheduled
Feb. 6, 2012: After-school program meals now available in at-risk areas
Feb. 6, 2012: Travelers encouraged to get vaccinations before going abroad
Jan. 24, 2012: State identifies “Winnable Battles” to improve public health and the environment
Jan. 23, 2012: Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment orders Suncor to prevent new offsite contamination
Jan. 20, 2012: Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment reminds Coloradans to test homes for radon during winter months
Jan. 19, 2012: Window closing on getting flu vaccination
Jan. 13, 2012: Colorado hospital-acquired infections annual report available online
Jan. 13, 2012: Agreement between state and Cotter will accelerate mill cleanup, impose penalties for missed deadlines
- Cotter Remedial Action Plan Settlement Agreement, Jan. 12, 2012
Jan. 10, 2012: Grant funding available for Colorado entities that recycle
Jan. 5, 2012: FDA issues drug safety communication regarding liquid acetaminophen marketed for infants
Jan. 3, 2012: Gov. Hickenlooper proclaims January Radon Action Month, urges Coloradans to test for radon gas