Mark your calendars and plan to receive your annual flu vaccination!
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Banner Heath Colorado wellness team offers flu shots
Best wishes to this wonderful couple in their marriage! Dillon was a patient at North Colorado Medical Center's Burn Center and shares his story here.
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Facing Impossible Obstacles Together
The McKee Coffee Corner has opened in its new location near the emergency room entrance at McKee Medical Center. While it currently is available to hospital staff and limited visitors, we do look forward to the day when we can again pour a cup for the broader community!
It's time for your flu vaccination!
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Banner hosts curbside flu shot clinics as health experts stress importance of vaccination during pandemic
We are so proud of Laressa's contributions to the nursing professions!
University of Wyoming Fay W. Whitney School of Nursing
September 3 at 1:00 PM ·
Congratulations to Laressa Branson, our Basic BSN Preceptor of the Year! Laressa worked as a nurse at Banner-McKee Medical Center in Loveland, Colorado and precepted our Basic BSN student Hayley Stromberg.
Here's what our 2020 Basic BSN graduate Hayley said about Branson:
“There are not enough words to describe the kind of impact that my preceptor, Laressa Branson, had on me during my capstone experience at McKee Medical Center in Loveland, Colorado. In her 15 years of experience as a nurse she was a travel RN, worked in the wound clinic, amassed multiple certifications, is currently working on a master’s degree and is now an ER Charge Nurse. I feel lucky enough to have had the chance to work with someone so passionate for her career.
After sitting down on our first day together and coming up with goals, she always focused on how to help me reach them…she was an amazing teacher- who fostered the mindset of using critical thinking, helped to grow my confidence, and cultivated my independence.
She was also someone who wanted to make sure I was always learning. If there was a code, or someone going to the Cath lab, she would check to make sure that nurse was okay with me joining in- and soon, I was able to self-advocate for helping or seeing other procedures or cases with different nurses as timing was appropriate.
As we got started working together, she let me take over one patient who had an easy case load- so I could think of a few potential diagnoses, think of what the doctors were going to want (labs, scans, etc..), and learn how to time manage orders with patients requests.
As time went on, Laressa challenged me by letting me take on 2-3 patients consistently during the day. When I was able to successfully complete the tasks of multiple patients, I felt as if I could do this on my own someday. The ER is a faster pace—something I thrive in—and she really helped me by giving me pointers on how best to balance my organization and personality in that environment.
Although I was a student, she made me feel as if I were part of the team and nurse family. I loved being able to be at this agency, and with the best preceptor I could have asked for.
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Thank you to Laressa and to all those nurses out there who have taken on students. You are invaluable!
Colds and influenza make the rounds every winter, and this winter they’re going to be circulating alongside COVID. So how can we prepare?
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How to Prepare for Cold and Flu Season During a Pandemic
Banner Health (North Colorado Medical Center) added 7 new photos to the album: Visiting Physicians from Tunisia — at Banner Health (North Colorado Medical Center).
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Banner Health greeted two physicians from Tunisia who visited North Colorado Medical Center in September to learn more about COVID-19 response. The tour was arranged through a program with the Wyoming Air National Guard.
The tiniest patients and their families at North Colorado Medical Center will benefit from Nicole's kindness. Thank you, Nicole and your Love From Liam project.
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New mom gives back to help others in Greeley's neonatal intensive care
Have you met Dr. Keiko Howard, who specializes in general neurology with Banner Health in Northern Colorado?
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Dr. Keiko Howard, DO - Loveland, CO - Neurology - Book Appointment
Meet Danielle Marshall, DO, who recently joined Banner Health Center in Southwest Loveland. Dr. Marshall specializes in family medicine for patients of all ages. You may schedule with her online!
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Dr. Danielle Marshall, DO - Loveland, CO - Family Medicine - Book Appointment
Staying current with screenings is your best defense against colon cancer.
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Rise in colon cancer affecting more adults under age 50
Work is underway to expand Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center at McKee Medical Center on Boise Avenue in Loveland. The hospital campus will look much different next spring!
Welcome Dr. Kelsey Shay, breast surgeon, to Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center at North Colorado Medical Center and McKee Medical Center.
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Dr. Kelsey Shay, MD - Greeley, CO - Surgical Oncology - Book Appointment
New family medicine physician Lee Sommerfeld, DO sees patients at Banner Health Clinic in Windsor or via telemedicine. Online scheduling is available!
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Dr. Lee Sommerfeld, DO - Windsor, CO - Family Medicine - Book Appointment
Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center at North Colorado Medical Center and McKee Medical Center continue to expand services. Welcome to Kelsey Shay, MD, new breast surgeon.
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Banner MD Anderson welcomes new breast surgeon
Now you can find great coffee near the emergency room entrance in the hospital's main hall.
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McKee Medical Center closes conference center, begins cancer-center expansion | BizWest
If you are still snacking on candy, you can also snack on these adorable photos of newborns dressed for Halloween at North Colorado Medical Center's neonatal intensive care unit.
Banner Health CardioVascular Institute of North Colorado will meet need for high-quality heart care services in southeast Fort Collins with the opening of a cardiac cath lab in 2021. The team members celebrated the start of construction today at Banner Fort Collins Medical Center. Thanks to the McKee Wellness Foundation for helping to make the project possible.
With a focus on keeping everyone well in light of the COVID surge, McKee Medical Center welcomed employees to learn more about their new employee gym during an open house today. Thanks to UNC Athletics cheerleaders and Klawz who came to cheer everyone on to better health!
Find answers to questions about breast implants from Banner plastic surgeon Nathan Narasimhan, MD.
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What Are The Health Risks Of Breast Implants? | Banner Health
Banner Health Orthopedic Surgeon Richard Williams, MD, will present on joint replacement surgery in the 55 and Better Seminar Series online Thursday, Nov. 12 from noon to 1. You can register here to get great information. If you can't attend, check back later to watch the recorded presentation!
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55 and Better - Prairie Mountain Media
In partnership with UNC Athletics, we are proud to highlight the diverse workforce delivering care and helping us through the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Banner Health Hometown Hero - Todd Lowe - University of Northern Colorado Athletics
Breast reduction is one of the most common types of plastic surgery done in the country.
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Should I Get a Breast Reduction? | Banner Health
We are proud to share this news. Thank you for your leadership, Allis!
McKee Wellness Foundation
November 6 at 5:35 PM ·
McKee Wellness Foundation is BEYOND proud of our Executive Director, Allis Gilbert, for winning one of Biz West's "40 Under Forty" awards this year!!!! 🎉🙌 This hard working leader deserves all the honors in the world. We couldn't support the Northern Colorado community without Allis' unmatched vision and drive!
Thank you for all that you do for the Foundation and those that are lucky enough to know you!
#nocowellness #leadingwomen #40underforty #nonprofit #noco #loveland #wellness
Meet Banner Health's plastic surgeon now seeing patients in Northern Colorado!
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Dr. Nathan Paul Narasimhan, MD - Greeley, CO - Plastic Surgery - Book Appointment
Please. #MaskUp
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Every Mask Up | #MaskUp
In partnership with UNC Athletics, we are proud to highlight the diverse workforce delivering care and helping us through the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Banner Health Hometown Hero - Alyssa Crosley - University of Northern Colorado Athletics
In partnership with UNC Athletics, we are proud to highlight the diverse workforce delivering care and helping us through the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Banner Health Hometown Hero - Natalie Yount - University of Northern Colorado Athletics
We are proud to work with Northern Colorado Athletics to recognize health care heroes working behind the scenes in the COVID-19 pandemic. Please support our team by wearing a mask, social distancing and avoiding gatherings with people outside your household this holiday season!
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Banner Health Hometown Hero - Chris Kerrigan - University of Northern Colorado Athletics
Leaders give advice on how to celebrate Thanksgiving safely in light of rising hospitalizations due to COVID-19.
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Coronavirus increase ‘astounding,’ hospitals filling in Larimer County
Our annual holiday buffet looks different this year, but the food and friendship is still something to celebrate. Thank you to everyone who has worked throughout the year to care for the community. Happy Holidays!
"COVID-19 was initially thought to be a disease that was serious for the eldery and people with preexisting conditions. A potentially tough, but temporary respiratory illness for everyone else. But now, eight months into the pandemic, younger patients who have had relatively mild cases of COVID, are showing up in doctors offices and emergency rooms with mysterious and debilitating symptoms. It's not unusual for viruses to cause aftereffects, but as you'll hear tonight, doctors tell us they've never seen anything like this," via 60 Minutes.
Banner Health has a new tool to help keep patients healthier and out of the hospital.
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How CardioMEMS Helps People with Heart Failure | Banner
We have a brand new Bedside Stories episode! Deanna Spizzirri’s diagnosis with one of the most severe cases of Tourette’s syndrome didn’t stop her from becoming an elementary school teacher, and helping other patients learn to manage their tics and enjoy life. She shares her highs and lows with us, and we speak to a Banner doctor who has Tourette’s and treats patients with the disorder. Click to listen!
In Weld County, Dr. Michael Bradfield and practice managers Todd Sohler and Kaci Valenti were among the first Banner front line workers to receive the vaccination today.
A primary care physician, a pediatric hospitalist and a nurse practitioner who oversees Loveland's clinic for COVID-19 care were among the first health care workers to receive a COVID-19 vaccine this morning in Loveland. Thank you Dr. Robert Moran, Dr. Anuja Riles and Azure Zeigler, NP, for sharing your experience with us. And thanks to the Banner Medical Group team for working so hard to deliver the vaccine to the frontline workers.
Natalie Yount, the pharmacy director for Banner Health in Northern Colorado, is smiling behind the mask. That's because she just accepted our first shipment of vaccine for COVID-19.
Thank you to Grace Place of Berthoud for supporting our team through the donation of food truck service today. Employees warmed up with enchiladas and spicy black bean soup from Cilantro and Lime!
It's hard to say, but important to ask about if you've been diagnosed with COVID-19.
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Area residents find success with new drug in treatment of COVID-19
Thank you to the first responders who visited McKee Medical Center on Monday and showed support for our health care team members! The light display and banner lifted spirits!
Thank you Dania for sharing information about the vaccine!
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Latinx, Black Americans more skeptical about vaccine, lack trust in health care system
Welcome to Dr. Casey Snodgress, a new family physician in Windsor!
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Dr. Casey Snodgress, DO - Windsor, CO - Family Medicine - Book Appointment
Phil Ruby came to us after a horrible car crash and at the same time COVID-19 cases were surging. The trauma team rallied around him and his family. We're thrilled he got home for this special holiday season!
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After a bad car crash, a Fort Morgan man makes it home in time for the holidays — and the birth of his 11th child — The NoCo Optimist
With your safety in mind, we have updated our policies to welcome visitors to our hospitals and clinics across Colorado. https://bit.ly/3n3PFl4
Our health care workers appreciate the love and support Northern Colorado has shown throughout the pandemic.
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As holidays near, tributes pour in for health care workers on Colorado's COVID-19 front lines
Welcome Banner Imaging to Northern Colorado!
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Banner Imaging assumes operations in Northern Colorado
Working behind the scenes and processing all of those COVID-19 tests brought our lab team members much deserved recognition!
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Banner Health Hometown Hero - Amanda Chubb - University of Northern Colorado Athletics
We appreciate the dedicated team focused on helping Coloradans access the COVID-19 vaccine! Thanks for your hard work on this journey.
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‘Hope’: Greeley, Weld locals helping distribute COVID-19 vaccine see bright future ahead
In the hustle of everyday life especially in today's world it might be easy to miss subtle changes and symptoms, especially if they are unfamiliar to you.
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Uterine Cancer: One Symptom You Shouldn’t Ignore | Banner
Banner CardioVascular Institute of North Colorado rolled out the red today!
Carol Costello Salter
9 hrs ·
February, heart month. How healthy is your heart? I am thankful for the countless care providers who work with this most vital organ! #BannerHealth #cardiovascularhealth
Solitude does not equate loneliness, and it can actually be a good thing! Whether it's living alone, quarantining, staying home because you are high-risk or helping slow the spread of COVID-19, we’re all grappling with this newfound solitude. Learn more below.
Today we celebrate the 140 women physicians who help make up the medical staff of Banner Health in Northern Colorado. Happy National Women Physician's Day!
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NATIONAL WOMEN PHYSICIANS DAY - February 3, 2021 | National Today
To get more information about vaccines and schedule an appointment visit the CDPHE vaccine web site.
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‘It’s been a long year’: Fort Collins teachers excited, reflective about COVID-19 vaccination
Feeling off beat? Please join us for this webinar on learning to recognize and manage heart rhythm disorders. Noon-1 p.m., Feb. 24.
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Staff members from Greeley Central High School and Brentwood Middle School in Greeley were among the first educators to receive the COVID-19 vaccine Monday from Banner Health. Banner is working with the local counties and school districts to make appointments available as vaccine allotments allow.
The safest bet is to call 911.
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Don’t Drive to the Hospital During a Heart Attack | Banner
Banner CardioVascular Institute of North Colorado rolled out the red today!
Carol Costello Salter
February 5 at 3:50 PM ·
February, heart month. How healthy is your heart? I am thankful for the countless care providers who work with this most vital organ! #BannerHealth #cardiovascularhealth
Solitude does not equate loneliness, and it can actually be a good thing! Whether it's living alone, quarantining, staying home because you are high-risk or helping slow the spread of COVID-19, we’re all grappling with this newfound solitude. Learn more below.
Feeling off beat? Join us for this webinar on learning to recognize and manage heart rhythm disorders. Noon-1 p.m., Feb. 24.
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Thank you to our Wyoming colleagues for helping to make this family's day special.
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‘She finally said yes:’ Couple briefly remarries at Wyoming Medical…
Wyoming Medical Center
Yesterday at 6:45 PM ·
Over and over since their divorce in 1995, Victor Edwards asked Patty to marry him again. She was the love of his life, he told her and everyone else. The two had three children together and stayed close through all the years since. Victor followed Patty to Omaha, Neb., and then followed her back.
Last month, while Victor was at Wyoming Medical Center with complications from COVID-19, Patty finally said yes.
“I can’t name anything in the world that is more important than that marriage certificate, even though it only lasted a little while,” said Patty Edwards. “It was a beautiful, beautiful beginning to a very, very sad day.”
Wyoming Medical Center
Yesterday at 6:45 PM ·
Over and over since their divorce in 1995, Victor Edwards asked Patty to marry him again. She was the love of his life, he told her and everyone else. The two had three children together and stayed close through all the years since. Victor followed Patty to Omaha, Neb., and then followed her back.
Last month, while Victor was at Wyoming Medical Center with complications from COVID-19, Patty finally said yes.
“I can’t name anything in the world that is more important than that marriage certificate, even though it only lasted a little while,” said Patty Edwards. “It was a beautiful, beautiful beginning to a very, very sad day.”
How high should your blood oxygen level be?
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What You Need to Know About Your Blood Oxygen Level | Banner
If you feel tingling or burning after rewarming a cold part of your body, you may have suffered frostbite.
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3 Things You Need to Know About Frostbite This Winter | Banner
We couldn't agree with this honor more!
Colorado Hospital Association
February 12 at 4:50 PM ·
We are honoring Wendy Sparks from Banner Health for her role in leading the COVID-19 response for her hospitals this past year. She was called a "beam of light" that guided her team during this challenging time. #COHospitalHeroes https://cha.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Wendy-Sparks.pdf American Sentinel University Aya Healthcare CorVel Corporation
How does COVID-19 affect my pregnancy?
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Banner Health Offers Prenatal Safety Advice
Thank you to the City of Loveland Parks and Recreation, Loveland Chamber of Commerce and Visit Loveland for coordinating Operation Love. We are enjoying all the expressions of thanks from our wonderful community!
Feeling off beat? Join us for this webinar on learning to recognize and manage heart rhythm disorders. Noon-1 p.m., Feb. 24.
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As the coronavirus pandemic has worsened the mental health of kids, more families are dealing with their children feeling anxious and depressed and thinking about and even attempting suicide. But mental health professionals say that suicide is preventable and that parents and family members can play an important role. Here are some specific things that parents or a family member can do to help a child or teen who is at risk.
(via NPR)
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Make Space, Listen, Offer Hope: How To Help A Child At Risk Of Suicide
Still feeling hesitant about getting the COVID-19 vaccine? Here is some myth-busting!
February is all things Heart, but should your heart be racing this often?
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Understanding the Treatment Options for Chronic AFib | Banner
People with bipolar disorder and anxiety may have an especially hard time during the COVID-19 pandemic. Here are some helpful tips.
(via SELF)
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10 Ways to Manage Anxiety During the Pandemic When You Have Bipolar Disorder
Banner Health Clinic in Windsor now offers maternity care for expecting moms along with family medicine services including lab, pediatrics, primary care and behavioral health.
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Is this something I need to study for?
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Take the Stress Out of Stress Tests | Banner Health
Thank you to the City of Loveland Parks and Recreation, Loveland Chamber of Commerce and Visit Loveland for coordinating Operation Love. We are enjoying all the expressions of thanks from our wonderful community!
Feeling off beat? Join us for this webinar on learning to recognize and manage heart rhythm disorders. Noon-1 p.m., Feb. 24.
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As the coronavirus pandemic has worsened the mental health of kids, more families are dealing with their children feeling anxious and depressed and thinking about and even attempting suicide. But mental health professionals say that suicide is preventable and that parents and family members can play an important role. Here are some specific things that parents or a family member can do to help a child or teen who is at risk.
(via NPR)
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Make Space, Listen, Offer Hope: How To Help A Child At Risk Of Suicide
Still feeling hesitant about getting the COVID-19 vaccine? Here is some myth-busting!
Are you in need of a Health Fair? Check out these wellness opportunities!
The use of Babyscripts by Banner Health helps mothers-to-be connect with their health care providers from the comfort of home.
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Tackling COVID-19 during pregnancy
March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month.
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Talk to your Doctor about Colorectal Cancer | Banner Health
Banner Health Clinic in Windsor now offers maternity care for expecting moms along with family medicine services including lab, pediatrics, primary care and behavioral health.
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Is this something I need to study for?
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Take the Stress Out of Stress Tests | Banner Health
Thank you to the City of Loveland Parks and Recreation, Loveland Chamber of Commerce and Visit Loveland for coordinating Operation Love. We are enjoying all the expressions of thanks from our wonderful community!
National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month gives providers a chance to inform consumers about the importance of colorectal cancer screenings. Please take time to meet the team at Banner Health Clinic specializing in Gastroenterology.
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Banner Health Clinic: Gastroenterology in Greeley | 16th St & 23rd Ave
Although all of the vaccines work to the same end in effectively preventing symptomatic COVID-19 infection, Johnson & Johnson’s is different from the Moderna and Pfizer-BioNTech vaccines. Read more here: https://bit.ly/30rcaaV.
Are you in need of a Health Fair? Check out these wellness opportunities!
How does obesity treatment impact your risk for COVID-19 complications?
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Study shows obesity poses higher risk for COVID-19 complications
Today we remember the lives lost to the virus. Throughout the past year, our health care heroes have worked tirelessly to fight against COVID-19 by sacrificing so much to save lives and keep our communities safe. Please continue to do your part to reduce the spread of this deadly virus. Wear a mask, shrink your circle and please get the vaccine when it is available to you.
Please join us in supporting everyone who experienced loss over the past year and encouraging one another in our recovery.
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‘Consuming of every aspect of life’: Larimer County approaches one year with COVID-19
VACCINE: Banner's early morning vaccine appointments Monday and Tuesday in Northern Colorado are being evaluated in light of the weather forecast. If rescheduling is needed, patients will receive a personal phone call. Vaccine clinics Saturday, March 13, have been canceled. Appointments have been rescheduled. Thank you.
"It feels good to be back!" After being away for more than a year, McKee Medical Center volunteers who have been fully vaccinated have begun to return. We are so happy to have you back.
National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month gives providers a chance to inform consumers about the importance of colorectal cancer screenings. Please take time to meet the team at Banner Health Clinic specializing in Gastroenterology.
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Banner Health Clinic: Gastroenterology in Greeley | 16th St & 23rd Ave
Although all of the vaccines work to the same end in effectively preventing symptomatic COVID-19 infection, Johnson & Johnson’s is different from the Moderna and Pfizer-BioNTech vaccines. Read more here: https://bit.ly/30rcaaV.
Are you in need of a Health Fair? Check out these wellness opportunities!
Are you in need of a Health Fair? Check out these wellness opportunities!
VACCINE: Banner's early morning vaccine appointments Monday and Tuesday in Northern Colorado are being evaluated in light of the weather forecast. If rescheduling is needed, patients will receive a personal phone call. Vaccine clinics Saturday, March 13, have been canceled. Appointments have been rescheduled. Thank you.
"It feels good to be back!" After being away for more than a year, McKee Medical Center volunteers who have been fully vaccinated have begun to return. We are so happy to have you back.
