Elevating Health
With a new COVID-19 variant and uncertainty rising, it can feel difficult to navigate an increasingly frightening world. Harlan Austin of Howard Head Sports Medicine and Casey Wolfington of Eagle Valley Behavioral Health have some concrete tips to help you navigate this stressful time.
Elevating Health

What Is Infection Prevention At A Hospital?
Medical facilities can never 100% eliminate the risk of infections, but they can do much to get that number as close as possible to zero.

Is Monkeypox The Next COVID-19?
Monkeypox is here in Colorado. Is Monkeypox the next pandemic, and something you should be worried about? Shannatay Bergeron from Colorado

What Is The Patient Care Tech Program At Colorado Mountain Medical?
Hiring qualified medical staff in mountain communities is tougher than ever. To help stimulate our local mountain economies, offer jobs to

What Is A Hospitalist At Vail Health? | Hospitalists FAQs
Elizabeth "Liz" Corey-Pacheco, MD is a hospitalist at Vail Health. In this episode, Liz speaks in depth about what a hospitalist does at

Meet Elizabeth "Liz" Corey-Pacheco, MD | Vail Health Hospitalist
Elizabeth "Liz" Corey-Pacheco, MD is a hospitalist at Vail Health. In this episode, Liz speaks about her career history, how she came to

Meet David Ford, MD | Vail Health's New General And Robotic Surgeon
David Ford, MD, is Vail Health's newest general and robotic surgeon. Dr. Ford joins Vail Health's Surgical Associates team. In this

Dr. David Ford's Passion For Robotic Surgery
David Ford, MD, is Vail Health's newest general and robotic surgeon. Dr. Ford joins Vail Health's Surgical Associates team. In this

Caregiver Connections - What Is It?
Caregiver Connections, formerly known as Eagle Valley Senior Life, was founded in 2011 by a group of caregivers and other invested

The Community Outreach Program And Medicaid Enrollment At Vail Health
Cinthia Chavez and Madeline Calel, both of Vail Health's Community Outreach Program, detail for our community what the program is, and in

Join The Vail Valley Running Club
This year, it's the 10th anniversary of the Vail Valley Running Club. Philip Galloway and Sarah Knerl of Howard Head Sports Medicine have

COVID-19 Update | July 2022
With COVID-19 case numbers rising once again in Eagle County, nationally, and internationally, Shannatay Bergeron from Colorado Mountain

What Is Integrative Health?
Integrative Health at Colorado Mountain Medical aims to bridge the gaps between mental health and physical wellness, making it easier for

Join The Vail Valley Mountain Bike Club
The Vail Valley Mountain Bike Club is a great way to get out on your bike, meet new biking friends, listen and learn from guest speakers on

All Insurance Types Accepted For Behavioral Health Appointments
Whether you have Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance through your employer, or no insurance at all, there are options in Eagle County to

Adding More Providers To Colorado Mountain Medical
Vail Health and Colorado Mountain Medical are committed to continuously improving the health and wellness of our communities. David Kaplan,

Meet David Kaplan | New President At Colorado Mountain Medical
David Kaplan joins the Vail Health family as President of Colorado Mountain Medical. In this video, meet David and learn about his

How To Support Our LGBT+ Children
Madison Partridge, Executive Director of Mountain Pride, and Megan Vogt, Licensed Professional Counselor in the Vail Valley, discuss how

How To Be An Ally To The LGBT Community
Madison Partridge, Executive Director of Mountain Pride, and Megan Vogt, Licensed Professional Counselor in the Vail Valley, discuss

LGBT+ 101: What You Need To Know
Madison Partridge, Executive Director of Mountain Pride, and Megan Vogt, Licensed Professional Counselor in the Vail Valley, discuss the

Pride In The Park | June 18th, 2022
June is Pride month, and the Vail Valley has its own celebration for the LGBT+ community here in the mountains called "Pride in the Park."

The State Of Behavioral Health In Eagle County | May 2022
Chris Lindley and Casey Wolfington of Vail Health and Eagle Valley Behavioral Health provide a community update on the current state of

The Bighorn Gravel Race: What Is It? How Do I Sign Up?
In this special "field trip" episode of Elevating Health, Chris Lindley heads to Eagle to speak with Mike Brumbaugh of Venture Sports about

NYT Article Details The CRISIS Of Lack Of Youth Behavioral Health Beds
Nationally, there is a crisis in a lack of behavioral health beds available for our youth population. Many end up instead in emergency

What Is Osteoporosis?
Shannatay Bergeron sits down with Rebecca Adochio, board-certified endocrinologist at Colorado Mountain Medical, to discuss what

The U.S. Snowboard Team's Physical Therapists Working With You
Senna Leith is a member of the US Snowboard Team. Racing in snowboard cross, Senna travels around the world, alongside Sonya Garrison,

Q&A With Senna Leith | U.S. Snowboard Team
Senna Leith is a member of the US Snowboard Team. Specializing in snowboard cross, Senna travels around the world, competing for the World

How To Prevent Osteoporosis
Shannatay Bergeron sits down with Rebecca Adochio, board-certified endocrinologist at Colorado Mountain Medical, to discuss how you can

How Thyroid Disorders Can Impact Your Health
Shannatay Bergeron sits down with Rebecca Adochio, board-certified endocrinologist at Colorado Mountain Medical, to discuss how if your

Aging Well Expo | Friday, May 6, 2022, 9 A.m. To 1 P.m.
The Aging Well Expo is an upcoming event focused on helping you age gracefully in our mountain community. The Aging Well Expo is on Friday,

Is Climate Change Making You Anxious?
Do you find yourself casually remarking on the declining snowfall each year, wishing for more powder days like we used to have? Or, is your

Caring For The Best Athletes In The World, And You!
Anna Giguere is a physical therapist at Howard Head Sports Medicine, and for the United States Nordic Ski Team. Anna speaks with Kirsten

Meet Anna Giguere, PT For The U.S. Nordic Ski Team
Anna Giguere is a physical therapist at Howard Head Sports Medicine, and for the United States Nordic Ski Team. Anna speaks with Kirsten

Howard Head Sports Medicine On-site At The Winter Olympics
Chris Corning, Olympian and professional snowboarder, sits down with Matt Mymern of Howard Head Sports Medicine (HHSM) to discuss the

Treat Your Mental Health Like A Muscle
Dr. Casey Wolfington and Dr. Harlan Austin discuss the importance of treating your mental health the same way you approach your physical

What Is Diabetes?
What is diabetes? What are the types of diabetes? Shannatay Bergeron of Colorado Mountain Medical sits down with Vail Health's board

What Is Sports Psychology?
Dr. Harlan Austin is a Sports Psychologist at Howard Head Sports Medicine and Vail Health. Sports Psychology can be an integral part of any

Olivia's Fund: Not Just For Kids
Olivia's Fund can help anyone who lives and works in Eagle County, and demonstrates a financial need, to get behavioral health assistance.

Endocrinology, Explained
What is Endocrinology? Shannatay Bergeron of Colorado Mountain Medical sits down with Vail Health's board certified endocrinologist Rebecca

The Climate Action Collaborative, Explained
Paul Abling of Walking Mountains Science Center, and Tim Ivancich of Vail Health, discuss what the Climate Action Collaborative in Eagle

How Vail Health Is Fighting Climate Change, Explained
Paul Abling of Walking Mountains Science Center, and Miki Salamon of Vail Health, discuss how Vail Health, as part of the Climate Action

How To Compost In The Vail Valley, Explained
Paul Abling of Walking Mountains Science Center, and Miki Salamon of Vail Health, discuss easy ways for you, depending on where you live in

Coping With "Olympic Depression"
Chris Corning, Olympian and professional snowboarder, sits down with Shannatay Bergeron of Colorado Mountain Medical (CMM) to discuss a

School Based Services At Your Hope Center
Carrie Benway and Teresa Haynes of Your Hope Center brief the Eagle River Valley community on Your Hope Center's School Based Services.

Mobile Crisis Co-Response At Your Hope Center
Carrie Benway and Teresa Haynes of Your Hope Center brief the Eagle River Valley community on Your Hope Center's Mobile Crisis Co-Response.

Community Stabilization Program At Your Hope Center
Carrie Benway and Teresa Haynes of Your Hope Center brief the Eagle River Valley community on their new service, the Community

The New Edwards Community Health Campus, Explained
The new/upcoming Edwards Community Health Campus will bring more behavioral health services to Eagle County. Get the latest information on

How To Tackle Burnout After The Latest COVID Wave
For two years, frontline workers in particular have faced acute burnout and exhaustion after each successive COVID-19 variant reared its

COVID-19 Future Uncertainty And Becoming Endemic
Though we expect more variants of COVID-19 in the future, and we're not fully out of the pandemic yet, with Eagle County's 96% vaccination

Alleviating Anxiety And Cultivating Empathy As COVID-19 Restrictions Ease
As COVID-19 mask mandates end, and life starts to feel a little more "normal," it's natural for many, especially those with pre-existing

What Is Radon And Why It's Harmful To Your Family's Health
Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States. Diego Betts, the Energy Programs Coordinator at Walking Mountains

Walking Mountains Science Center And Shaw Cancer Center Collaboration
Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States. Together, Walking Mountains Science Center, Eagle County, and Vail

Paige Monnet, MD, Interests And Specialties In OB/GYN
Dr. Monnet was born and raised in Tulsa, Oklahoma and is a new resident of the Vail Valley. She's a new OBGYN at Colorado Mountain Medical,

Meet Clare Foss, MD
Dr. Clare Foss is a board certified dermatologist at Colorado Mountain Medical. She was born in Michigan but spent most of her childhood in

Meet Paige Monnet, MD
Dr. Monnet was born and raised in Tulsa, Oklahoma and is a new resident of the Vail Valley. She's a new OBGYN at Colorado Mountain Medical,

An End To Mask Mandates In Eagle County | COVID Update 1/24/22
Chris Lindley from Vail Health and Shannatay Bergeron from Colorado Mountain Medical provide an update on the latest COVID-19 information

Winter Skin Care Tips From Clare Foss, MD
There's many misconceptions around using sunscreen and skincare products during the winter ski season. Dr. Clare Foss, dermatologist at

The Continued Behavioral Health Impact Of Omicron
With a new COVID-19 variant and uncertainty rising, it can feel difficult to navigate an increasingly frightening world. Harlan Austin of

Physical Health Is No. 1 To Fight COVID
With an intense focus on vaccines, boosters, and variants, it can sometimes be easy to forget about our physical health. Keeping yourself

Protecting Your Under 5-Year-Old Child From Omicron
The omicron variant of COVID-19 is infecting and hospitalizing more children under 5 years of age––the demographic that can't get

Maintaining Empathy During Uncertain Times
Collectively, we're all tired of the pandemic. With the latest surge comes frayed nerves and causes tempers to flare, so it's important to

COVID Booster Shots For 12- To 15-Year-Olds
he FDA has now approved the Pfizer-BioNtech vaccine booster for 12-15 year olds. With omicron blazing through our community, now is the

Omicron FAQs
Chris Lindley and Shannatay Bergeron break down the latest information on the Omicron variant, and what you should do to stay as safe as

Mental Health And Omicron
Casey Wolfington and Chris Lindley discuss the mental health implications of the Omicron variant.

Alcoholism And Apres: How To Avoid Abusing Alcohol During The Ski Season
Kirsten Conner and Harlan Austin discuss the culture of apres in the Vail valley, and how it can lead to an excess of alcohol consumption.

Should I Get A COVID-19 Booster Shot?
Chris Lindley and Shannatay Bergeron discuss when and where you should get your COIVD-19 booster shot in Eagle County to protect yourself,