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Start the conversation. Talking openly about su***de reduces stigma and helps people ask for help. Here is how: samhsa.g...
09/05/2026

Start the conversation. Talking openly about su***de reduces stigma and helps people ask for help. Here is how: samhsa.gov/find-support/helping-someone/how-to-talk-to-someone-about-help

Hey, Ouray County! While our fabulous public health nurse is off on the adventure of maternity leave, we're thrilled to ...
09/03/2026

Hey, Ouray County! While our fabulous public health nurse is off on the adventure of maternity leave, we're thrilled to welcome a temporary vaccine nurse to our Public Health office starting the week of 9/7/26. We’re thankful to keep those vaccination appointments rolling, three days a week, over the next few months. Also, mark your calendars for our Back to School Community Vaccine Clinic on 9/19 from 10am to 4pm at the 4H Event Center in Ridgway. Plus, we’re working up two more Community Vaccine Clinics in October—one in Ridgway and one in Ouray! Dates are still in the works, so stay tuned!

Learn the warning signs of su***de for the people in your life, and for yourself. Changes in mood, sleep, or behavior; w...
09/03/2026

Learn the warning signs of su***de for the people in your life, and for yourself. Changes in mood, sleep, or behavior; withdrawing from others; talking about having no reason to live: samhsa.gov/mental-health/suicidal-behavior/warning-signs

SEPTEMBER IS SU***DE PREVENTION MONTH 🩵💜We'd like to share some online resources through Western Slope Wellness on Su***...
09/03/2026

SEPTEMBER IS SU***DE PREVENTION MONTH 🩵💜
We'd like to share some online resources through Western Slope Wellness on Su***de and the Workplace.

🔗Please share with others: https://westernslopewellness.crediblemind.com/lists/su***de-and-the-workplace?utm_source=ac&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=cmresourceroundup

💜 Supporting a colleague could matter more than you think:
Coworkers are often the first to notice when someone is struggling. It might look like a change in mood, increased absences, or someone becoming quieter than usual. Knowing what to look for and how to respond can make a real difference. Explore the resources below for guidance on recognizing warning signs and having conversations that matter.

🩵 A GENTLE REMINDER: You don't need to have the right words. If someone in your life seems a little different lately, reaching out is enough. A brief conversation, a genuine "how are you doing" — it doesn't have to be perfect to make a difference.

We all need a little help sometimes.Be there for those you care about. Start the conversation & be the difference. ***de...
09/02/2026

We all need a little help sometimes.
Be there for those you care about.
Start the conversation & be the difference.
***dePreventionMonth
Learn more at nami.org

Todos necesitamos un poco de ayuda a veces.
Estate ahí para quienes te importan.
Empieza la conversación y sé la diferencia.
***dePreventionMonth
Más información en nami.org

You may not always know what someone is experiencing. A check-in, a listening ear, a number shared at the right moment, ...
09/01/2026

You may not always know what someone is experiencing. A check-in, a listening ear, a number shared at the right moment, can make a real difference. ***dePrevention starts with connection.

Goal-setting doesn’t have to be big or complicated. A few small, clear steps can create focus, calm, and confidence.Find...
08/31/2026

Goal-setting doesn’t have to be big or complicated. A few small, clear steps can create focus, calm, and confidence.
Find more resources about goal setting by visiting Western Slope Wellness by CredibleMind | Goal-Setting: https://westernslopewellness.crediblemind.com/topics/goal-setting?query=

Establecer objetivos no tiene por qué ser grande ni complicado. Unos pocos pasos pequeños y claros pueden crear concentración, calma y confianza. Encuentra más recursos sobre la fijación de objetivos visitando el sitio web Western Slope Wellness by CredibleMind | Goal-Setting:
https://westernslopewellness.crediblemind.com/topics/goal-setting?query=

August 30th is National Grief Awareness Day: A day to break the silence around grief, destigmatize loss, and encourage o...
08/30/2026

August 30th is National Grief Awareness Day: A day to break the silence around grief, destigmatize loss, and encourage open conversations about bereavement and coping mechanisms.

Western Slope Wellness has a variety of grief support resources - we encourage you to check them out.

We Don't Have to Carry Grief Alone:
Grief is one of the most universal human experiences, and one of the hardest to put into words. It does not always look the way we expect, and it rarely moves in a straight line. Whether you are navigating a loss or supporting someone who is, we hope this collection for National Grief Awareness Day offers a quiet moment of comfort and clarity.

Find expert-rated mental health and well-being resources, tools, and support from CredibleMind.

The hard truth is that anyone with Type 2 diabetes can develop nerve damage. That nerve damage can feel like:Pins and ne...
08/26/2026

The hard truth is that anyone with Type 2 diabetes can develop nerve damage.
That nerve damage can feel like:
Pins and needles
Numbness
Nausea
Bladder problems
Stomach pain
If you want to learn how to prevent Type 2 diabetes or know what you can do if living with Type 2 diabetes, visit:
https://www.cdc.gov/diabetes/prevention-type-2/index.html

La dura realidad es que cualquier persona con diabetes tipo 2 puede desarrollar daño nervioso.
Ese daño nervioso puede sentirse como:
Sensación de hormigueo
Entumecimiento
Náuseas
Problemas de vejiga
Dolor de estómago
Si quieres aprender cómo prevenir la diabetes tipo 2 o saber qué puedes hacer si vives con diabetes tipo 2, visita:
https://www.cdc.gov/diabetes/prevention-type-2/index.html

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