COVID-19 information

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Aug. 20, 2025

This post was updated on August 25th, 2025 at 01:04 PM

COVID-19 vaccine

COVID-19 cases and test positivity rates continue to change in our state. Here is the most recent information by county according to the CDC.

If you are sick, or are coughing or sneezing and need to visit a hospital or your doctor’s office, please wear a mask. People may also want to consider wearing a mask in the community, especially if they have a weakened immune system or are over 60 years old.

Number of patients with confirmed or suspected COVID-19 infections in UCHealth’s hospitals

Confirmed and suspected COVID-19 cases in UCHealth facilities as of 8/20/2025.
Confirmed and suspected COVID-19 cases in UCHealth facilities as of 8/20/2025.

Check Your Symptoms

Please call the clinic or schedule a video appointment if any of these apply to you:

  • Have been in contact with someone who tested positive for, or had symptoms of COVID-19 in the last 14 days OR
  • New cough, fever or shortness of breath in the last 72 hours OR
  • Two or more of these symptoms that are new in the last 72 hours: Chills, muscle aches, severe headache, sore throat, runny nose, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of smell or loss of taste.

Virus mutations

Scientists continue to identify new variants of the virus that causes COVID-19. This is not uncommon, as respiratory viruses can change often. Studies have shown that vaccines remain effective against variants.

The best way to protect yourself and others from new versions of COVID-19 is to get vaccinated and wash your hands often.

Latest COVID-19 news

UCHealth Today offers the latest news on COVID-19 variants, vaccines and other developments.

Everything you need to know about the 2025-26 COVID-19 vaccine

Two people showing off their Band-Aid were they got their vaccines. Getting your updated 2025-26 COVID-19 and flu vaccines soon can help protect you from serious illness this fall and winter. Photo: Getty Images.
Getting your updated 2025-26 COVID-19 and flu vaccines soon can help protect you from serious illness this fall and winter. Photo: Getty Images.

The 2025-2026 COVID-19 vaccines will fight the newest COVID-19 variants. And flu shots also keep you healthy. Who should get them and when?

How to regain your sense of taste and smell after COVID-19

Cooks and people who love to eat can't bear to live without their senses of taste and smell. If you lose taste and smell after a bout with COVID-19, try these methods to get them back. Photo: Getty Images.
If you lose taste and smell after a bout with COVID-19, try these methods to get them back. Photo: Getty Images.

Powerfully aromatic and flavorful foods like ginger, peppermint and peanut butter can help you get your sense of smell and taste back. So can a strongly-scented essential oil.

The latest from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

The CDC is updating information about COVID-19 on its website.

The latest from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment

Patients who have general questions can call the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment at CO-Help at 303.389.1967 or 1.877.462.2911 or email [email protected]. Answers are available in English and Spanish (Español), Mandarin and more.

 

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