 Tuesday, April 21, 2026 | | |
| | | | | BY MEG WINGERTER If you have teenagers in your life, you might want to ask how they're doing. Children's Hospital Colorado and Wellpower mental health center in Denver reported an increase in youth mental health emergencies and kids needing more outpatient support. April is usually a tough month, as stressful events such as finals, prom and transitions to the next grade loom. Prioritizing sleep is key to protecting mental health, experts said. So is talking to kids openly about their feelings and helping them think through what they'll do if something doesn't go their way. | | | | People treating mental health problems at Children’s Hospital Colorado don’t have to look at the calendar or the weather to know that April has arrived. | | | | | Kim Bimestefer’s settlement with Colorado waived her right to sue for any conduct by other state officials, including age discrimination. | | | | | Negligent LASIK surgery resulted permanent eye damage to the pilot. | | | | | A Colorado marijuana company is recalling flower sold at several metro Denver dispensaries after state testing found pesticide levels that exceed legal limits. | | | | | Frustrated with prior management of Medicaid and bracing for more near-term cuts, Colorado lawmakers plan to do a “deep dive” into the state’s massive program. | | | | | “We recognize and support the critical need for expanded mental health services,” Northglenn Mayor Meredith Leighty said. “But good intentions on their own are not enough.” | | | |
