Healthier Together: Larimer County's Public Health Podcast
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Podcast Overview
<p>Welcome to Healthier Together: Larimer County’s Public Health Podcast, where we come together for healthier lives, connected communities, and real conversations.</p><p>Each week, we share short episodes with timely updates on local public health issues—what’s happening now and what it means for you.</p><p>Once a month, listen to a longer episode where we dive deeper into public health topics and peek behind the scenes of the day-to-day work at the Larimer County Department of Health and Environment. You’ll hear stories from our staff in the field, learn from community partners, and get answers to all your burning public health questions. </p><p>This is public health for you. We’ll break down complex topics in an approachable, conversational way, share information that is relevant for you and your loved ones, and grow and learn together.</p><p>Whether we’re talking about air quality, disease prevention, or emergency preparedness, Healthier Together is about understanding how we all play a role in building a healthier Larimer County.</p>
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12/24/2025
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Recent Episodes
July 9, 2026
Practicing Health Equity
<p>What's up in public health this week?</p><p></p><p>Health equity is critical to our mission here at the health department. As we work to provide everyone in Larimer County the opportunity for a healthy life, identifying and addressing inequities is crucial. This week, our <strong>Health Equity Initiatives Coordinator, Devontay Tobe</strong>, joins us to discuss health equity and how it shows up in the work of the health department.</p><p></p><p><strong>Resources:</strong></p><ul><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.larimer.gov/health/strategic-planning-health-equity-and-partnerships">Learn more about the Larimer County Department of Health & Environment's office of Strategic Planning, Health Equity, and Partnerships</a></li></ul><p></p><p>Do you have a question about public health in Larimer County? Or a topic you’d like us to discuss? Let us know! Email us at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:healthiertogether@larimer.org">healthiertogether@larimer.org</a>.</p>
July 2, 2026
The Perinatal Nurse Support Program
<p>What's up in public health this week?</p><p></p><p>The health department recently launched a new <strong>Perinatal Nurse Support Program</strong> (PNSP). This program provides support for pregnant and postpartum individuals affected by substance use. They work alongside families during pregnancy and early infancy, offering education, resources, care coordination, and encouragement.</p><p></p><p>In this episode, <strong>Senior Public Health Nurse Kinsi Shriner and Maternal, Family, and Nutrition Programs Manager Leigh Ann Frost</strong> join us to discuss the need for the program in our community, the services it provides, plans for its first year, and how community partners can get involved.</p><p></p><p><strong>Resources:</strong></p><ul><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.larimer.gov/health/maternal-child-and-family-health/perinatal-nurse-support-program">Learn more about the Perinatal Nurse Support Program</a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://form.jotform.com/261026093107044">Participant interest form</a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://form.jotform.com/261024319161043">Care provider referral form</a></li></ul><p></p><p>Do you have a question about public health in Larimer County? Or a topic you’d like us to discuss? Let us know! Email us at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:healthiertogether@larimer.org">healthiertogether@larimer.org</a>.</p>
June 25, 2026
Ground-Level Ozone 101
<p>What's up in public health this week?</p><p></p><p>Ground-level ozone is Larimer County's most pressing air quality issue. This week, we're joined by <strong>Mike Silverstein</strong> and <strong>Kelsey Simpkins</strong> from the <strong>Regional Air Quality Council</strong>. Mike serves as their Executive Director and Kelsey is the RAQC's Communications and Program Manager. They explain how ground-level ozone forms, how it impacts our health, and steps we can all take to improve our air.</p><p></p><p><strong>Resources:</strong></p><ul><li>Sign up for ozone alerts: Text "BetterAirCO" to 21000 or visit <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://simplestepsbetterair.org/">simplestepsbetterair.org</a></li><li>Learn more about air quality planning and how you can get involved: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://raqc.org/aq-planning/">raqc.org/aq-planning</a></li><li>Learn more about RAQC programs:<ul><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://simplestepsbetterair.org/">Simple Steps Better Air</a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.cleanairautorepair.org/">Clean Air Auto Repair</a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.enginesoff.org/">Engines Off</a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://raqc.org/aq-planning/">Accessible Bikes for Community</a></li></ul></li></ul><p></p><p>Do you have a question about public health in Larimer County? Or a topic you’d like us to discuss? Let us know! Email us at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:healthiertogether@larimer.org">healthiertogether@larimer.org</a>.</p>
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- What is Healthier Together: Larimer County's Public Health Podcast?
<p>Welcome to Healthier Together: Larimer County’s Public Health Podcast, where we come together for healthier lives, connected communities, and real conversations.</p><p>Each week, we share short episodes with timely updates on local public health issues—what’s happening now and what it means for you.</p><p>Once a month, listen to a longer episode where we dive deeper into public health topics and peek behind the scenes of the day-to-day work at the Larimer County Department of Health and Environment. You’ll hear stories from our staff in the field, learn from community partners, and get answers to all your burning public health questions. </p><p>This is public health for you. We’ll break down complex topics in an approachable, conversational way, share information that is relevant for you and your loved ones, and grow and learn together.</p><p>Whether we’re talking about air quality, disease prevention, or emergency preparedness, Healthier Together is about understanding how we all play a role in building a healthier Larimer County.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
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