Health
SJ Basin Health announces events/activities for July/August
Image:” DURANGO, Colo. – The San Juan Basin Health Department has released the folloiwng public health news briefs highlighting events in July and August, 2009: Meth Treatment & Recovery Program Expands: The Methamphetamine Treatment and Recovery program is expanding to offer a wide range of services to individuals in various stages of drug and alcohol addiction recovery. This program provides those in recovery...
First confirmed case of H1N1 Flu in La Plata County
Image:” DURANGO, Colo. – San Juan Basin Health Department has reported the first confirmed case of the H1N1 Flu (swine flu) in La Plata County. The case involves a female in her twenties who had just returned from Mexico. She is recovering at home until all symptoms are resolved. The health department has already followed up with close contacts of the individual to detect any signs of illness. None have flu...
San Juan Basin Health swine flu update
Image:” DURANGO, Colo. – While no confirmed cases of the swine influenza have been reported in Colorado or New Mexico, San Juan Basin Health Department is urging general flu prevention. The total current number of U.S. confirmed cases is now 40. These are in California, Texas, Kansas, New York City and Ohio. These cases have all been relatively mild. At this time, just one of the U.S. cases was hospitalized and all the known...
Time to take another look at Trimble Hot Springs
Pager item text :Trimble Spa & Hot SpringsImage:Summary:Though Trimble Hot Springs is the oldest business in the Animas Valley, it is in many ways Durango’s best kept secret. More than just mineral pools, Trimble is now experiencing a renaissance it evolves into a complete destination resort. Time to take another look at Trimble Hot Springs DURANGO, Colo. – Marketing Director Tim Richard just shakes his head. How could...
In the brave new world of renewable energy, Braxis Energy, Inc., shines a light
Image:Summary:While the wave of interest in renewable energy is growing, the accompanying flood of information can seem like a wall of mud to the average homeowner. Braxis Energy, Inc. is not only helping consumers wade through the mud, but also tap in to the “power” that lies beneath. DURANGO, Colo. – Don’t look up to find the largest solar energy array in Durango. Look down. Indeed, the Earth absorbs 50 percent of the...
Healthy Lifestyle La Plata taking multi-pronged approach to a “healthy community”
Pager item text :Healthy Lifestyle La PlataImage:Summary:While the adage, “You are what you eat,” may indeed be valid, in the bigger scheme of things, individual health is profoundly affected by the communities in which we live. Along those lines, Healthy Lifestyle La Plata is in place to help make La Plata County the healthiest county in Colorado. Healthy Lifestyle La Plata taking multi-pronged approach to a “healthy...
San Juan Basin Health announces new pertussis cases
Image:” DURANGO, Colo. – Four additional individuals have been confirmed with pertussis (whooping cough) and two are considered probable. These new cases are scattered throughout the county, including one in a Bayfield preschool. “As each case is reported we do identify very close contacts who need to be put on antibiotics and vaccinate as many people as we can to prevent additional cases,” said Joe Fowler, RN, regional...
Fluorescent bulbs now accepted in City recycling program
Image:” DURANGO, Colo. – The City of Durango is now accepting fluorescent light bulbs for recycling. U-shaped, circle-shaped or tubular and less than 3.5 inches in diameter from commercial or residential uses will be accepted. A nominal fee of $0.50 per bulb will charged for recycling. Fluorescent bulbs have been lauded for their energy efficiency and longer lifespan in comparison with incandescent bulbs. However,...
4CORE receives new funding for “Insulate Colorado” rebates
Image:Summary:The $25,000 matching grant designed to promote energy efficiency in five counties. ” DURANGO, Colo. – The Four Corners Office for Resource Efficiency (4CORE) has received new funding, a $25,000 matching grant, from the Colorado state Governor’s Energy Office (GEO), supporting the “Insulate Colorado” program. 4CORE is offering one-time “Insulate Colorado” rebates – covering 20 percent of the total cost of insulation...
Pertussis disease alert, vaccination clinic set for Thursday
Image:” DURANGO, Colo. – Durango School District 9-R supports the San Juan Basin Health Department’s recommendation that all students and staff in the district get a pertussis vaccination as soon as possible. The district was notified that a Riverview Elementary School student was diagnosed with pertussis, also known as whooping cough. The student is now receiving medical attention and is not in school. Pertussis is...
Open Shutter Gallery, a “shining example” for retail success and sustainability
Pager item text :Open Shutter GalleryImage:Summary:Durango’s only fine art photography gallery, Open Shutter, not only “shines” as a retail success, it has also emerged as an example for energy efficiency and sustainability in Durango’s Historic Downtown. Open Shutter Gallery, a “shining example” for retail success and sustainability DURANGO, Colo. – A gallery is purportedly the most energy consumptive of retail...
Pertussis cases diagnosed in Durango
Image:” DURANGO, Colo. – A four month old baby, a five year old child and one adult have all been diagnosed with pertussis, also known as whooping cough, according to the San Juan Basin Health Department. All victims are Durango residents, and a risk that other residents may have been exposed does exist, especially given the many holiday gatherings occurring this time of year. Pertussis is a...
Desert Sun Coffee Roasters, perfecting a great-tasting and a sustainably “good” cup of coffee
For the past four years, Desert Sun Coffee Roasters has been perfecting that great-tasting cup of coffee. Now the Durango-based coffee roaster is endeavoring to also make an ethically and sustainably “good” cup of Joe. Desert Sun Coffee Roasters, perfecting a great-tasting and a sustainably “good” cup of coffee DURANGO, Colo. – It’s been said in a variety of ways that life’s joys and its most important lessons come from...
San Juan Basin Health News Briefs
Image:” DURANGO, Colo. – San Juan Basin Health Department has issued the following news briefs for November and December. Girls Circle in Bayfield and Durango Begin Girls Circles are structured support groups for adolescent girls that promote resiliency, confidence & connection while addressing risky behaviors in a safe space. A Bayfield Girls Circle will be beginning on November 12th. Open to girls in 6th, 7th...
Application deadline for solar domestic hot water rebates extended
Image: Summary: LPEA and 4CORE utilizing grants received from Governor’s Energy Office. ” DURANGO, Colo. – The deadline for La Plata and Archuleta county residents to apply for the “Solar Domestic Hot Water Rebate” program through the Four Corners Office for Resource Efficiency (4CORE) has been extended until June 30, 2009. The deadline for those planning to install solar domestic hot water systems on their primary homes...
Historic Strater Hotel’s “behind the scenes” sustainability and “green” efforts come to light
Image: Summary: From the outside, the Strater Hotel is a visual centerpiece of Downtown Durango; but it’s what happening “behind the walls” that has made this historic landmark an example for 21st century sustainability in the hotel industry. Historic Strater Hotel’s “behind the scenes” sustainability and “green” efforts come to light DURANGO, Colo. – Recently, the Historic Strater Hotel, one of Downtown Durango’s...
“Insulate Colorado” rebates extended to second/rental homes
4CORE administering $25,000 grant to promote energy efficiency. ” DURANGO, Colo. – The “Insulate Colorado” program, a $25,000 rebate effort to encourage homeowners in La Plata and Archuleta counties to weatherize and insulate their homes, has been expanded to include rental units and vacation homes. The deadline to apply is Dec. 31, 2008. “Originally the rebate program, which was initiated by the Colorado state Governor’s Energy...
La Plata Electric Association offering rebates for LED holiday light purchase
Image:Summary:Switching to energy-efficient holiday lights saves electricity and dollars. ” DURANGO, Colo. – To encourage consumers to replace old holiday light strings with new, energy efficient LED lighting, La Plata Electric Association (LPEA), in partnership with Tri-State Generation and Transmission, is offering rebates on LED holiday lighting through Dec. 31, 2008. LPEA customers who purchase strings of LED lights can...
Ska Brewing Co. ushers in a new era with its 24,000 square foot “world headquarters”
Pager item text :Ska Brewing Co.Image:Summary:Several years ago, when it became clear to the partners of Ska Brewing Co. that they needed to expand the existing brewery or find a new home, they made the decision to do it “right.” Today, and after a nearly $5 million investment, Ska has opened its new 24,000 sq. ft. “world headquarters.” Ska Brewing Co. ushers in a new era with its 24,000 square foot “world headquarters”...
4CORE now offering “Insulate and Seal” rebates for homeowners
Image:Summary:Non-profit organization receives $25,000 matching grant from Governor’s Energy Office for the program. ” DURANGO, Colo. – In an effort to further Colorado’s New Energy Economy, the Four Corners Office for Resource Efficiency (4CORE) is administering distribution of insulation and weatherization rebates to homeowners in La Plata and Archuleta counties. The Colorado state Governor’s Energy Office (GEO)...
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