Denver Public Health & Environment

Denver Animal Shelter Adoption Update❤️ "Ellie's a lover girl. Loves to lay on my big porch in the morning sun and afternoon shade... I have no doubt in no time she will be at a healthy weight for her age and size." Adopt a furever friend today: bit.ly/AdoptablePetsD…

Adoption Update❤️ Zeke (Ezekiel) & Theia are so cute with each other. She is teaching him quite a bit. I cannot believe that his previous owners gave him up. He is incredibly intelligent...He is such a little love bug. He gives hugs, too. #Adopt today: denvergov.org/Government/Age…

Denver Animal Shelter Adoption Update❤️ King is doing great! Thanks for adopting a shelter pet! It makes more room for other homeless animals to also find their forever families! Find your furrever family member today: denvergov.org/Government/Age… #AdoptDontShop

🚨Measles alert🚨 @CDPHE has confirmed a person travelled through Denver International Airport and visited other parts of the Denver Metro area while infectious with measles on 2/21 and 2/22. For more info go to: denvergov.org/Government/Age…

Denver Animal Shelter Adoption Update❤️ Java, adopted 08/06/2025 When you can't believe this is your new home! Find your furrever family member today: denvergov.org/Government/Age… #AdoptDontShop

Denver Animal Shelter Adoption Update❤️ "Zuni is a great addition to our family she is settling in nicely and we are excited to watch her continue to grow and learn" Thanks for adopting a shelter pet! Find your furrever family member today: denvergov.org/Government/Age…

These dangerously low temps serve as a great reminder to prepare your home for harsh winter weather: ❄️ Install/check CO2 alarms ❄️ Keep out the cold with insulation, caulking, and weather stripping ❄️ Prepare/check emergency kits Learn more: bit.ly/3hHfiM6

If you’re a renter, it’s important to know what to do if the heat in your home goes out. Lack of heat is considered a residential health emergency and can put your health and safety at risk. Learn what to do and find additional resources at: denvergov.org/Government/Age…

Even with fur, pets aren’t protected from extreme cold. The safest place for dogs and cats is indoors. If outside, Denver law requires adequate shelter. See a dog without shelter in dangerous cold? Call @DASanimals Dispatch: 720-913-2080.

Frigid temps are here and #DDPHE wants to make sure you and your family stay warm, prepared, and protected. 🌬️ Limit Time Outdoors ⚠️ Watch for Frostbite & Hypothermia 🔌 Prepare for Power Outages 🔥 No Heat is an Emergency Find more info + resources: denvergov.org/Government/Age…

Denver Animal Shelter Adoption Update❤️ "Sherman is doing great, and we couldn't love the little guy more. He's had a vet visit and has gained almost 1/2 lb." We're thrilled to hear that Sherman is thriving in his new home! Adopt today: bit.ly/AdoptablePetsD… #AdoptDontShop

As temps and snow come down, #DDPHE wants to make sure you and your family stay warm, prepared, and protected. 🌬️ Limit Time Outdoors ⚠️ Watch for Frostbite & Hypothermia 🔌 Prepare for Power Outages 🔥 No Heat is an Emergency Find more info + resources: denvergov.org/Government/Age…

@CDPHE has confirmed a person travelled through Denver International Airport while infectious with measles on 12/12. Protect yourself and your family: • Get the MMR vaccine • Know how to access your vaccination records • Check exposure locations: bit.ly/ColoradoMeasle…

Radon is the 2nd leading cause of lung cancer deaths after cigarette smoking. The @EPA estimates that radon causes about 21,000 lung cancer deaths in the US every year. Take action to reduce radon levels + talk to your doctor about concerns. Learn more: denvergov.org/radon

@DenverAnimalSh Adoption Update❤️ "Nini (fka Missy) is doing great! She has two brothers that she loves, and they love her. They’ve all acclimated really well." We're thrilled to hear she's found a loving home & family! Adopt today: bit.ly/AdoptablePetsD… #AdoptDontShop

The @FDA is warning retailers and consumers not to sell or use certain imported cookware that may leach significant levels of lead into food. Consumers should check their homes for cookware listed in this safety alert and throw them away: fda.gov/food/alerts-ad…

As temps and snow come down, #DDPHE wants to make sure you and your family stay warm, prepared, and protected. 🌬️ Limit Time Outdoors ⚠️ Watch for Frostbite & Hypothermia 🔌 Prepare for Power Outages 🔥 No Heat is an Emergency Find more info + resources: denvergov.org/Government/Age…

Stay warm #Denver!

World AIDS Day serves as an important reminder that we must remain steadfast in our commitment to prevent new #HIV infections and provide essential services to all people living with HIV. Find #HIV resources in #Denver at denvergov.org/Government/Age… #WorldAIDSDay #PublicHealth #AIDS

Denver Animal Shelter Adoption Update❤️ Lucy's doing extremely well. Our other cat CT (adopted from you guys 6 years ago) took to her after a day. They've already started playing and sleeping together. Thank you for giving us the opportunity to add another member to our family!