Health & Fitness

As the pandemic continues, it’s increasingly important for Coloradans to get tested for COVID-19, especially if you’re experiencing symptoms or have been exposed to someone who’s tested positive. If you need a test and are having trouble getting one, you can now get FREE at-home tests. You have two ways to get them. [Read more…] about How To Get Free At-Home COVID-19 Testing Kits in Colorado

As more Coloradans are eligible to get vaccinated and choose to do so, the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) has released the latest update to Colorado’s COVID-19 dial framework: Dial 3.0. The updated dial public health order goes into effect Wednesday, March 24. State officials expect that Dial 3.0 will remain in effect until mid-April, at which point the state plans to retire the dial and implement a new public health order that gives greater control over capacity restrictions to local public health agencies. [Read more…] about Colorado’s Covid-19 Dial 3.0 Now In Effect. Here’s What You Need To Know

It’s not normally “our deal” to post any medically-related savings or promos, but we found a “secret” we just couldn’t keep to ourselves. Anyone can use Costco‘s Pharmacy with no membership required. We called the corporate office and it’s true. You can flash your prescription to the checker at the entrance (or just tell them you’re going to the pharmacy) and you’re in. Note: Without a Costco membership, you can only use the pharmacy or buy liquor, if the store carries any — no other purchases allowed. Like most warehouse stores, Costco offers excellent deals on prescription prices. They also accept most insurance plans.

More and more people are finding a place in their home or in large public areas to work out — and fitness apps are the way to go. If you haven’t tried one before, maybe give it a try. Here are 11 apps and/or online video libraries so you can stay in shape anywhere you are. Some are free, while others have an extended free trial period. [Read more…] about 11 Free Fitness Apps & Online Workouts To Keep Your Body Healthy

Story by Michelle Jackson. One of the most challenging aspects of being stuck indoors is the impact that it’s having on Coloradans ability to manage our mindset and health through fitness. But local studios and fitness centers are stepping up by offering free online workouts. Never participated in a remote workout? Here are some tips to success. [Read more…] about Get Moving! Colorado Fitness Studios Offer Free Online Workouts

It’s no secret, regular exercise, even just walking, improves your health. It also reduces your risk of heart and lung diseases, cancer and diabetes. Once a month at 8 a.m., physicians with National Jewish Health give a 10-minute talk about a health topic and then lead an easy one-mile walk, while they answer any medical questions on your mind. [Read more…] about NJH’s “Walk with a Doc” for Free Advice, Treats

Children are heading back to school soon, which means that the bugs causing childhood diseases are back in business. There are no-cost and low-cost ways to get  children from infants to 18 years immunized for everything including measles, mumps, polio and Hepatitis A & B. But if you miss the monthly events, you can still visit walk-in clinics. Typically immunizations start at about $25 per shot, but you can also pay what you can afford, and no child is turned away for inability to pay. It’s very important that you bring your child’s immunization record every time. Several clinic now also offer vaccines for adults. To find a low-cost clinic near you check out the Colorado Children’s Immunization Coalition. Here are few of the clinics we found: [Read more…] about No-Cost & Low-Cost Immunizations for Tots to Teens