Health and Wellness

Sometimes we follow routines without really checking in with ourselves. A new workout, a meal plan, a mindfulness app—we start with good intentions, but after a while, it’s easy to lose track of what’s actually working. It can feel like you’re doing all the “right” things, but you’re not sure if any of it still fits your current needs or lifestyle. […]

Banner McKee Medical Center in Loveland has unveiled a new $3.4 million MRI machine—the MAGNETOM Sola 1.5T. This cutting-edge system offers faster scans and sharper imaging to improve diagnostic precision and patient comfort. Installed in March, it’s now fully operational and performing approximately 60 scans per week. The new technology supports a wide range of clinical uses and is the only one of its kind at Banner Health facilities in northern Colorado. […]

Spring is the perfect time to hit refresh on your health habits. In “Three Steps to Consider This Spring to Help You Live a Healthier Lifestyle,” Dr. Matthew Husa, Chief Medical Officer for UnitedHealthcare of Colorado & Wyoming, shares easy but impactful tips to improve your well-being. Step one: choose a primary care provider and stay on top of preventive screenings. Step two: enjoy a brisk 15–30 minute walk each day. Step three: prioritize your sleep. By making small, intentional changes, you can build a stronger foundation for lifelong health starting today. […]

A new health clinic is opening its doors in north Loveland. The North Loveland Community Health Center celebrates its grand opening on Friday, April 18. With services starting May 5, the 22,500-square-foot facility will provide medical, dental, and social services to thousands of patients annually—regardless of their ability to pay. Located at 201 W 69th Ct, the center represents a major investment in community care. Stop by the grand opening to tour the space and meet the team. […]

UCHealth is expanding its Northern Colorado presence with 32 new providers and four new primary care clinics in Fort Collins and Loveland. Two existing clinics will also expand to improve patient access. Most new providers will begin seeing patients between April and August. For appointments or more information, residents can call 970.495.7410 or visit uchealth.org. Nurse navigators are available to assist with interim care if your chosen provider hasn’t yet started. […]

Feeling Overwhelmed? Larimer County Can Help

From financial stress to mental health struggles, life can get heavy. Larimer County’s Co-Responder Unit (CRU) connects residents with local resources for counseling, crisis intervention, and emotional support. You don’t have to navigate life’s challenges alone.

👉 Reach out at larimer.gov/CRU […]

Eric Galatas | Colorado News Connection To pay for the priorities of President Donald Trump’s administration, like mass deportations and tax cuts, Republicans in Congress are considering cuts to a host of programs supporting people living paycheck […]

Sniffles and sneezes are an inevitable part of growing up. But if your child has a lingering runny nose and cough – or both appear around the same time each year – it could be seasonal allergies.  Seasonal allergies typically happen in the spring, summer and early fall. […]

Families across Northern Colorado will soon have access to expanded respite services, as Neenan Archistruction breaks ground on a new 21,000-square-foot facility for Respite Care, Inc. This expansion, located in Timnath, will double the nonprofit’s capacity, allowing it to support more than 150 families with high-quality, short-term care for children with developmental disabilities. […]

Cancer patients in Northern Colorado now have greater access to specialized palliative care, thanks to the addition of Dr. Heidi Hallam at Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center. […]