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BACA COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH AGENCY

Open Monday-Friday 8:30-4:30

Phone: 719-523-6621      Fax:719-523-6537

741 Main Street, Suite 4

Springfield, CO 81073

MISSION:

Baca County Public Health Agency is committed to the promotion, protection, and improvement of the health status of all residents of Baca County by assessment of the community and its needs on a continual basis, policy development to provide consistency, and assurance that health services are being provided to meet the needs of the community.

Director - Robin Trujillo, RN BSN

WIC Program/Immunization Billing/CSBG - Leilani Lease

Administrative Assistant - Tammy Steinmetz

 

Washing your hands frequently with soap and water, or using an alcohol based hand sanitizer, is the best way to prevent the spread of germs!!

 

Programs available from the Baca County Public Health Agency:

• Immunization Clinics - Routine childhood vaccination services are available to children at a low cost or free.  Vaccination of adults is offered for a fee.  BCPHA offers immunization services at scheduled clinics or by appointment.  Refer to the Colorado Recommended Immunization Schedule links on this page for immunization schedules.  For information regarding immunizations visit www.cdc.gov or www.immunize.org.
• Children with Special Needs Program (HCP) - The HCP program is a great resource for families, health care providers, and communities.  It is a medical assistance program funded by the state and federal government.  The HCP program strives to improve the health, well-being, and development of Colorado's children with special needs.  For more information on the HCP program visit www.hcpcolorado.org or call 1-800-886-7689 ext. 2370.
• WIC Program (Women, Infants, and Children) - WIC is a nutrition program for pregnant and breastfeeding women, non-breastfeeding postpartum women up to 6 months, children up to 5 years of age, and infants.  The WIC program provides nutrition education, breastfeeding support, screening, and referral.  WIC participants must meet certain financial requirements to qualify for the program.  Please click here to view the WIC Brochure, which outlines the income guidelines and offers additional WIC information.  Appointments can be made by contacting BCPHA at 719-523-6621.
• Communicable Disease Control - Staff at BCPHA are responsible for following and coordinating communicable disease, infection control, and disease surveillance in Baca County.  BCPHA coordinates with regional and state epidemiology staff regarding communicable disease efforts.  For more information regarding disease control, visit www.cdc.gov. 
• EPSDT Program (Early Periodic Screening Diagnosis Treatment) - EPSDT is designed to enhance primary care of children with emphasis on prevention, early diagnosis and timely treatment.  The EPSDT program helps identify and refer families to other community resources such as HCP; Early Intervention Services (Part C); housing; food banks; the Women, Infants and Children food program (WIC); Prenatal Plus; and Head Start.
• Blood Pressure Checks - Blood pressure checks are offered at BCPHA to those who need to follow their blood pressure regularly.  If you are having any signs or symptoms of high blood pressure or other problem, you should be seen by your physician or go to the emergency room.
• Cholesterol Screenings - Cholesterol screenings are available during scheduled cholesterol clinics.  These screenings are offered to adults 60 years of age and older for no charge.  All other adults will be charged a $25 fee for the screening.  Please call BCPHA at 719-523-6621 for appointment dates and times.
• Emergency Preparedness and Response (EPR) Program - Local and state Public Health officials play a vital role in emergency preparedness and response.  BCPHA works with other County entities to coordinate emergency response planning and efforts, including County Emergency Management, Southeast Colorado Hospital, local fire and EMS departments, schools, and many other participants in the county.  If you have questions concerning emergency preparedness and response, contact BCPHA at 719-523-6621 or Baca County Division of Emergency Management at 719-523-6796.  For more information visit www.readycolorado.com or www.whatifcolorado.com.
• Office Visits by Appointment

HEALTH INFORMATION

Centers for Disease Control (CDC)

Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment

Influenza Information

Press Releases

Avoiding Foodborne Illness during the Holidays

Safeway Farms Salad Recalled Due to Salmonella

Pertussis Cases Up in Colorado Second Half of This Year; State Health Department Recommends Vaccination

 

Baca County Division of Emergency Management Home Page

Public Health Links

Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment

Colorado Environmental Health Association

Southeast Environmental Health

Colorado Volunteer Mobilizer

CO.TRAIN

 

Colorado Recommended Immunization Schedules

• Children 0-6 Years

• Adolescents 7-18 Years

• Adults 18 Years and Older

Immunize for Good!

The choice to immunize is for the good of your child. When they’re safe and protected, they can get out there and be kids—learn, live, experience, enjoy.

Click the link above to learn more about immunizations for your child.