Take steps to stay well during respiratory season

November 18, 2024

Take steps to stay well during respiratory season El Paso County Public Health encourages prevention El Paso County, CO – Respiratory season is underway, and El Paso County Public Health (EPCPH) is encouraging residents to stay informed and take steps to protect themselves and their loved ones from viruses…

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Tips on Navigating Food Allergies at Thanksgiving Dinner

November 15, 2024

While Thanksgiving may be a holiday filled with arguably some of the best food the year has to offer, many popular dishes also contain some of the most common food allergens. These allergens include cow milk, eggs, wheat, soy, peanuts and tree nuts. Not only are allergens incredibly common, but…

Celebrating National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week

November 4, 2024

Happy Animal Shelter Appreciation Week! Each year during the first full week of November, National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week is celebrated to honor animal shelters and the dedicated and compassionate people who work at them. Our friends over at the Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region (HSPPR) make up…

Celebrating National Make a Difference Day on Oct. 26

October 18, 2024

What is National Make a Difference Day? It’s the largest day of community service in the United States, and it’s celebrated on the fourth Saturday in October. Created in 1992 by USA Weekend magazine and joined by Points of Light—a non-profit organization founded by former U.S. President George H. W….

Vital Records Office updates eligibility requirements for birth and death certificates

October 8, 2024

The update follows a State of Colorado Board of Health decision (Colorado Springs, CO) – The Vital Records Office at El Paso County Public Health (EPCPH) will update eligibility requirements for birth and death certificates following a State of Colorado Board of Health decision. Effective Oct. 15, 2024, grandparents will…

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Michelle Beyrle

Public Health Information Officer

Email: michellebeyrle@elpasoco.com

Phone: (719) 244-1947

Pamela Preston

Communications & Public Relations Supervisor

Email: pamelapreston@elpasoco.com

Phone: (719) 244-8216