El Paso County Public Health

El Paso County Public Health Our mission is to promote and protect public health and environmental quality in the community through people, prevention and partnerships.

Our agency was established in 1872 as a City Health Department, and then became an organized County Health Department in 1939. We serve all residents and visitors of El Paso County, which includes the cities and towns of Colorado Springs, Manitou Springs, Calhan, Fountain, Green Mountain Falls, Monument, Palmer Lake and Ramah. We are dedicated to protecting health and promoting quality of life through the prevention and control of disease.

El Paso County Public Health is closed Monday, Sept. 7, in observance of Labor Day. We will reopen at 7:30 a.m. on Tuesd...
09/04/2026

El Paso County Public Health is closed Monday, Sept. 7, in observance of Labor Day. We will reopen at 7:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 8.

A family history of cancer doesn't have to define your future.  At the El Paso County Public Health Reproductive Health ...
08/31/2026

A family history of cancer doesn't have to define your future.

At the El Paso County Public Health Reproductive Health Clinic, we offer preventive testing for inherited gene mutations BRCA1 and BRCA2, which raise the risk for breast and ovarian cancer. This screening gives you the knowledge to manage your risk and create a personalized preventative health plan.

Take control of your health journey. Schedule a confidential appointment to discuss screening for breast and ovarian cancer.

Call us today: 719-578-3199, option 1.

Join us for our monthly El Paso County Board of Health (BoH) meeting today, August 26 at 8:30 a.m. The BoH meeting will ...
08/26/2026

Join us for our monthly El Paso County Board of Health (BoH) meeting today, August 26 at 8:30 a.m.

The BoH meeting will be live-streamed on El Paso County Public Health's YouTube channel. http://www.youtube.com/

If you would like to provide public comment virtually, please email [email protected].

Join us for our monthly El Paso County Board of Health (BoH) meeting on August 26 at 8:30 a.m. The BoH meeting will be l...
08/25/2026

Join us for our monthly El Paso County Board of Health (BoH) meeting on August 26 at 8:30 a.m.

The BoH meeting will be live-streamed on El Paso County Public Health's YouTube channel. http://www.youtube.com/

If you would like to provide public comment virtually, please email [email protected].

As we conclude National Breastfeeding Month, we highlight that there is no “one size fits all” way to feed your baby. El...
08/24/2026

As we conclude National Breastfeeding Month, we highlight that there is no “one size fits all” way to feed your baby. El Paso County families are writing their stories as they go in order to make breastfeeding work for their unique lives.

Tell us your story: Breastfeeding rarely goes exactly as planned! What is one way
you’ve had to “go with the flow” or adapt your journey to make it work for your
family? Share your experience in the comments to help inspire others!

Don't let mosquitos ruin your summer! To protect yourself and your family:1. Dump standing water in flowerpots, toys, an...
08/20/2026

Don't let mosquitos ruin your summer! To protect yourself and your family:

1. Dump standing water in flowerpots, toys, and birdbaths to prevent breeding.
2. Use EPA-registered insect repellent.

Small changes like these can protect you and your family from diseases like West Nile virus, which is spread by the bite of an infected mosquito. West Nile is most common in Colorado in August and September. While most people who get West Nile will not have symptoms, one in five infected people will have flu-like symptoms. There can also be more serious side effects. Learn more about West Nile and how to protect yourself at elpasocountyhealth.org/west-nile-virus.

Ready, set, prep! National Back-to-School Prep Day is Aug. 15! Whether you're a student, a parent, or a teacher, it's th...
08/14/2026

Ready, set, prep! National Back-to-School Prep Day is Aug. 15!

Whether you're a student, a parent, or a teacher, it's the perfect time to get organized and excited for the new school year. Here are a few simple ideas to get you started:

• Organize your supplies: Sharpen pencils, label folders, and get your backpack ready to go.

• Create a study space: Find a quiet spot and make it your own with your favorite books and a comfy chair.

• Plan your routine: Start practicing your school-day schedule, including a consistent bedtime, to make the first week a breeze.

Dozens of local families gathered at the Pikes Peak United Way Family Success Center on Aug. 10 for the El Paso County P...
08/13/2026

Dozens of local families gathered at the Pikes Peak United Way Family Success Center on Aug. 10 for the El Paso County Public Health (EPCPH) Bundles of Care event. The event celebrated National Breastfeeding Month and connected parents with infant health resources.

EPCPH programs joined community partners to share about essential care services and resources and provide one-on-one guidance to attending families. The outreach efforts connected participants with ongoing maternal care and lactation support. To learn more about supporting breastfeeding support, or other EPCPH services, visit elpasocountyhealth.org.

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1675 Garden Of The Gods Road Ste 2044
Colorado Springs, CO
80907

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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