Why Some People Refuse to Wear Masks
We see them everyday, endangering others (and themselves), walking around town, shopping in our stores, eating in our restaurants, biking at high speeds. They are the People Who Re
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San Miguel County: Back to School 101
The following is an important note from Dr. Sharon Grundy, County Medical Officer, and Grace Franklin, County Public Health Director. Scroll way down for a series of helpful links.
To Your Health: 6-Ft. Rule from 1930s; Aerosols not included!
Part-time Telluride local Dr. Alan Safdi, a world-renowned internist and gastroenterologist with encyclopedic knowledge of mind-body wellness and preventative medicine, posts on Te
Jewel: Mental Health During the Pandemic & Beyond
Vinny Gambini: “I fit in better than you. At least I’m wearing cowboy boots.” Mona Lisa Vito: “Oh yeah, you blend.” The line is from the 1992 classic,
To Your Health: Safe as a rattlesnake…Uncounted Covid-19 deaths & more!
Part-time Telluride local Dr. Alan Safdi, a world-renowned internist and gastroenterologist with encyclopedic knowledge of mind-body wellness and preventative medicine, posts on Te
Scared Covid-19 Immunity Won’t Last? Don’t Be!
We curated this Opinion piece titled “Scared That Covid-19 Immunity Won’t Last? Don’t Be” from the New York Times. It was written by Drs. Akiko Iwasaki and Ruslan M
Telluride Med Center: 6 Months into Pandemic, Update!
The following is an update from Karen Winkelmann, CEO, Telluride Med Center. Support the Med Center’s Covid-19 Fund here. By all indications, 2020 at the Telluride Regional M
Telluride Med Center: Cultivating Resilience!
These Covid-19 times are challenging for all of us, so please don’t hesitate to reach out if you need support. I can be reached by calling the Telluride Medical Center at 970-728
San Miguel County Launches New Coronavirus Microsite!
Go to SanMiguelCountyCo.gov/Coronavirus to view the new site! San Miguel County unveiled a new microsite that will replace the COVID landing page that was created in March. The sit
To Your Health: Covid-19 & Aerosol!
Part-time Telluride local Dr. Alan Safdi, a world-renowned internist and gastroenterologist with encyclopedic knowledge of mind-body wellness and preventative medicine, posts on Te
The Atlantic: “A Vaccine Reality Check”
We curated this recently published, just-the-facts-ma’am, (ergo sobering), article titled “A Vaccine Reality Check” written by Sarah Zhang for The Atlantic. Subti
Together: A Note from County’s Public Health Director
Together July 23, 2020 I hope you are enjoying your summer in good health while continuing to adjust to our new normal. These last few weeks have been challenging for all of
Moderna Covid-19 Vaccine Trial to Launch at UCHealth
The phase 3 trial of Moderna’s mRNA vaccine candidate for COVID-19 will enroll 1,000 at University of Colorado Hospital, 30,000 nationwide. We curated this article by Ted Neff fr
To Your Health: Mask Myths
Part-time Telluride local Dr. Alan Safdi, a world-renowned internist and gastroenterologist with encyclopedic knowledge of mind-body wellness and preventative medicine, posts on Te
1st Trials of Moderna’s Covid-19 Vaccine Positive
We curated this piece by Olivia Rosane from EcoWatch to, um, inject a positive note into your upcoming week. Results from the Phase 1 trial of Cambridge, Massachusetts biotech firm
Public Health Meets with Schools About Reopening Plans
For up to date coronavirus information visit here. Public Health officials are prioritizing the need for a safe learning environment, and are working with local schools to consider
San Miguel County Lodgers Pause Reservations Through 8/3
The San Miguel County Lodging Oversight Committee alerted all lodgers to stop taking additional reservations for arrivals from July 15 through August 3. The pause in bookings was i
To Your Health: COVID-19, Unexpected Consequences, Mostly Bad (Some Good)!
Part-time Telluride local Dr. Alan Safdi, a world-renowned internist and gastroenterologist with encyclopedic knowledge of mind-body wellness and preventative medicine, posts on Te
State Announces “Protect Our Neighbors”; County Does Not Qualify!
As state announces “Protect Our Neighbors,” San Miguel County launches updated dashboard and moves to semi-weekly caseload updates. For up-to-date coronavirus informati
To Your Health: How Not to Get Covid-19!
Part-time Telluride local Dr. Alan Safdi, a world-renowned internist and gastroenterologist with encyclopedic knowledge of mind-body wellness and preventative medicine, posts on Te
Grace Franklin, Public Health Director: Independence Day & Beyond!
We hold these truths to be self-evident. Independence Day 2020 will be one-of-a-kind, fireworks largely confined to our squash, as many are compelled to remain isolated – and
To Your Health: “How to Travel Safely” + New Stats
Part-time Telluride local Dr. Alan Safdi, a world-renowned internist and gastroenterologist with encyclopedic knowledge of mind-body wellness and preventative medicine, posts on Te
Telluride Med Center: Ways to Help Sick, Quarantined & High Risk!
The stories we will tell ourselves about this corona era — the challenges and how we overcame them, who we helped, and who came to our aid — are still being written. Below Dr.
San Miguel County: COVID-19 Exposure & Testing FAQs
For further questions, please email Public Health at publichealth@sanmiguelcountyco.gov With the recent increase in COVID-19 cases over the past week, many individuals and busines