COVID-19 information

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This post was updated on September 28th, 2023 at 11:39 AM

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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 09/28/2023.
Confirmed and suspected COVID-19 cases in UCHealth facilities as of 09/28/2023.

Check Your Symptoms

Please call the clinic or schedule a Virtual Visit 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.

Use this free tool from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

CDC’s COVID-19 Symptom Checker

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, continue wearing a mask, social distancing and wash your hands often.

A new COVID variant, BA.2.86, has emerged around the world as cases of COVID-19 climb. Should you be worried about BA.2.86?

Infectious disease experts are keeping a close eye on BA.2.86 since it’s possible that it will become super-contagious.

Pregnancy and COVID-19: Study probes the possible long-term effects of COVID on pregnant moms and their children

The study is part of the RECOVER initiative, research that aims to understand and address the lingering effects of COVID-19 infections.

Hispanic woman smiling while showing the band aide from getting the vaccine to cover variants of COVID in 2023-2024.

New vaccines to prevent COVID-19 are coming this fall. What vaccines should you get, and is it safe to get COVID-19, RSV and flu vaccines at the same time?

COVID-19, RSV, and flu vaccines can be taken at the same time, experts say. Learn why these vaccines are important, and what’s new with vaccinations this fall 2023.

Long COVID’s symptoms are diverse – and unsettlingly common: the UCHealth Post-COVID Clinic alone has seen nearly 1,200 patients so far. The University of Colorado School of Medicine site of the national RECOVER long-COVID study is working to understand the roots of long COVID and tailor treatments for it.

Long COVID is real – and complex. A major study aims to untangle its causes.

CU researchers see RECOVER as a big step along the path to better treatments and understanding of long COVID.

Cardiologists urge patients who experience chest pain after recovering from COVID 19 to seek medical care. Photo by Getty Images.

Chest pain after COVID-19 among concerning symptoms

COVID-19 can exacerbate underlying heart conditions, but long COVID symptoms like chest pain and shortness of breath also affect young, previously healthy people.

Everything you need to know about rapid, at-home COVID-19 tests

At-home COVID-19 tests, also known as rapid antigen tests, are convenient and accessible. But be careful. The test results often are wrong. Learn when and how to use the tests.

Chef smells food as he cooks. How to regain your sense of taste and smell after COVID-19.

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

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

medications on a table to represent coronavirus drugsA rundown of coronavirus drugs for home and hospital

There’s no proven cure or treatment for COVID-19. Some drugs may help; chloroquine, the antimalarial medication, may or may not.

women taking zinc, which does help with some coronaviruses and could with COVID-19.Coronavirus: To zinc or not to zinc?

Zinc is no coronavirus magic bullet, but it could help. Studies have shown zinc lozenges to be effective in shortening the misery phase of the common cold.

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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