Healthier Together: Larimer County's Public Health Podcast
Health, Fitness & Longevity
About
Welcome to Healthier Together: Larimer County’s Public Health Podcast, where we come together for healthier lives, connected communities, and real conversations. Each week, we share short episodes with timely updates on local public health issues—what’s happening now and what it means for you. 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. 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. 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.
Episodes
- How to Prepare for Wildfires
This episode of Healthier Together features Ricardo Perez discussing wildfire preparedness for Larimer County, addressing the significant increase in red flag warnings compared to the previous year.
- Social Media & Youth Mental Health
This episode discusses the impact of social media on youth mental health, featuring insights from Jonathan Judge on survey data and educational resources, and Dr. Sarah Taylor-Cavelier on clinical perspectives and guidance for families.
- Vision Zero: Working to Eliminate Traffic Deaths & Serious Injuries
Fort Collins City Council has adopted Vision Zero as a priority, aiming to eliminate all traffic deaths and serious injuries by 2032. Mayor Emily Francis and Deputy Director Drew Brooks discuss the data, city actions, and how residents can…
- How Nurse Partnerships Support Infant Immunizations
Nurses from the Nurse-Family Partnership program discuss the importance of infant immunizations and explain how they provide support to first-time parents in Larimer County.
- 2026-28 Strategic Plan - The Why and How of Public Health
Larimer County's public health department has adopted a new strategic plan for 2026-2028. Strategic Planning, Health Equity, and Partnerships Program Manager, Talia Hirsch, explains the plan and its impact on the department's work.
- National Public Health Week & The 2025 Brendan Unitt Community Service Award
This episode of Healthier Together celebrates National Public Health Week by featuring staff discussing their work in public health. It also highlights Ricardo Perez, recipient of the 2025 Brendan Unitt Community Service Award, who discuss…
- How Transportation Supports Health & Wellbeing
Jenna Robinson from SAINT Volunteer Transportation discusses how transportation is a key factor in accessing healthcare and community services, highlighting the organization's role in supporting public health.
- Measles Update with CDPHE & The 2026 ACT Human Rights Film Festival
Dr. Rachel Herlihy provides an update on measles cases in Colorado and addresses common questions. Beth Seymour discusses the upcoming 2026 ACT Human Rights Film Festival.
- A Reflection on the COVID-19 Pandemic
Public Health Director Tom Gonzales discusses the six-year mark of the COVID-19 national emergency declaration. He shares insights from within the health department, lessons learned during the pandemic, and its enduring effects on the comm…
- Wastewater's Role in Public Health & How to Avoid Animal-Borne Diseases this Spring
Larimer County Public Health discusses wastewater surveillance in Colorado, highlighting its role in tracking measles, and provides guidance on preventing animal-borne diseases as spring brings more wildlife.
- TB Trends in Larimer County & Changes to the WIC Food List
Dr. Paul Mayer discusses a 30% increase in Colorado tuberculosis cases and recent trends in Larimer County. Ashley Grier explains updates to the Colorado WIC food list and shopping guide.
- Social Prescribing & Spring Break Travel
This episode discusses social prescribing with Senior Population Epidemiologist Jared Olson, highlighting its role in advancing public health goals. It also provides information on spring break travel health consultations offered by the In…
- Love Bugs
This episode of Healthier Together covers public health
- Avian Flu Update & A Valentine's Day PSA
Heather Reider discusses the recent avian flu outbreaks in Colorado, including a large outbreak in Weld County and smaller ones in backyard flocks. Meg Vertovec provides important sexual and reproductive health reminders for Valentine's Da…
- Heart Health Month & Public Health on Capitol Hill
February is Heart Health Month, and this episode discusses how nicotine prevention and cessation can improve heart health, the leading cause of death in the US. It also covers public health legislation being watched during the Colorado Gen…
- Childhood Immunization Schedule & Winter Readiness
Larimer County's Public Health Podcast episode discusses updates to the childhood immunization schedule with Dr. Paul Mayer, Shannon Williamson, and Julie Shanley. It also covers winter readiness and safety tips from Lauren Craft.
- The White Ribbon Project
This episode of Healthier Together features Abi Collingwood discussing when children are too sick for school, Jo Buckley on social connection and volunteering, Alyssa Bermejo on obtaining birth certificates, and Heidi Nafman Onda sharing h…
- Respiratory Viruses & Radon Risks
Larimer County's Public Health Podcast covers the current respiratory virus season with Communicable Disease Epidemiologist Abi Collingwood, discussing data and prevention. Environmental Health Planner Lea Schneider explains radon risks an…
- Healthier Together Promo
Healthier Together is a new podcast from the Larimer County Department of Health and Environment, hosted by Tom and Joanna. It will cover local public health topics and begin releasing episodes on January 15th.