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05/01/2026

Garry Keller looked and felt healthy. He was working, staying active and spending as much time as possible with his family. Then a swollen lymph node led to a diagnosis he never saw coming.

At just 40, Garry learned he had mucosal melanoma, a rare and aggressive cancer that develops inside the body. “I didn’t feel sick at all, but the doctors were saying I’m pretty sick,” he said. With low odds of survival and a lot on the line, he made the decision to continue living his life fully while exploring every possible option for treatment.

Garry enrolled in multiple clinical trials, including a groundbreaking therapy that uses the body’s own immune cells to fight cancer. After months of uncertainty and setbacks, the approach worked. Today, he has no evidence of cancer and continues to do what matters most, from rafting trips to time with his son, who now calls him a superhero.

Garry didn't feel or look sick, but he was diagnosed with mucosal melanoma. It was attacking his organs and he needed to fight back.

04/30/2026

“This is exactly what Max was brought into my life for. He came at a time when we all needed him the most.”

When a family she knew had to make the heartbreaking decision to rehome their dog, Maxamillion, Karen stepped in, even though she was unsure how their family dog, Floyd, would react. Turns out, she didn’t need to worry at all. They instantly became best friends.

After losing Floyd to cancer just five months later, Karen wanted to give back and share the love Maxamillion had brought Floyd and their family with others. She decided to train Maxamillion to be a therapy dog.

04/29/2026

Losing your sense of taste or smell can make everything feel off.

Some people are finding that strong flavors and scents like ginger, peppermint or even peanut butter can help “retrain” those senses after COVID-19. It is a simple approach rooted in repetition, memory and a bit of patience.

If things still don’t taste or smell the same, there are ways to support your recovery. Learn what may help.

If you lose your sense of taste and smell after COVID-19, try using strong-tasting foods like ginger and peanut butter or essential oils.

04/28/2026

You don’t always have to hike for the best views ⛰️ Some of Colorado’s most incredible mountain scenery is just a gondola ride away.

Free gondola rides take you to beautiful places in Colorado. Gondolas in Telluride and Breckenridge are fun to ride in summer and fall.

04/27/2026

Shine Your Light 🌟
“Put together the battle, look forward and fight” is something Rob knows plenty about. As a three-time cancer survivor, liver transplant recipient and who also has ulcerative colitis, he’s been a guiding light to others who are battling similar conditions.

04/27/2026

If your May weekends are still wide open, that’s about to change.

One week, it’s a rubber duck race; the next, a full citywide run or a street festival with 100+ vendors.

See what’s worth adding to your calendar.

Whether you love a good festival or performance, or you are simply looking to enjoy the outdoors, here are things to do in Colorado in May.

04/26/2026

Hospital rooms are evolving to better support both patients and care teams.

New AI tools like hellocare are designed to enhance safety, improve communication with families and reduce documentation time so nurses can focus more on patient care. With features like real-time monitoring and virtual connectivity, this technology is helping create a more efficient and connected care experience.

See how these advancements are shaping the future of care.

A system called “hellocare” will boost patient care and safety, enhancing communication, patient monitoring and automated documentation.

04/26/2026

Your pasta deserves better than a random sauce pairing 🍝

From long noodles that twirl up silky sauces to ridged shapes that catch every bite, the right pasta can completely change the dish.

Learn how to pair pasta like a pro.

Pasta shapes matter because they interact in special ways with the sauce used and ought to be chosen for that role.

04/24/2026

Led by Coach Nydia, the DPS Samuels Elementary co-ed soccer team not only got to attend the Colorado Rapids Soccer Club 30th Anniversary match vs. Inter Miami, but we also surprised them with the opportunity to watch warmups right from the sidelines. This is more than a team, they’re a family, or as they like to say, a “Samily.” This was a Samily moment they’ll never forget.

04/24/2026

After being diagnosed with double pneumonia, Colorado Springs Mayor Yemi Mobolade went to the hospital expecting treatment for a respiratory illness. Instead, doctors discovered something even more dangerous: two major blockages in his heart, including one in the artery often called the widow maker. For a man who had always stayed active and pushed through long days, the diagnosis came as a shock.

After emergency procedures to restore blood flow and a full course of cardiac rehabilitation at UCHealth, Yemi began to recover physically while also rethinking how he cared for himself. What started as a medical emergency became a turning point in how he approached his health, his family and even his leadership. “I have a second chance at life,” he said. “And I’m not going to waste it.”

Today, Yemi says he feels healthier than ever. He is exercising regularly, protecting time for recovery and sharing his story to encourage others not to ignore their heart health. His experience is a reminder that serious heart disease can hide even in people who seem fit and strong, and that listening to your body can change everything.

A Colorado Springs mayor shares how a hidden heart condition, emergency care and cardiac rehab reshaped his life, leadership and priorities.

04/23/2026

Nearly two decades ago, Aubriana Winters was fighting for her life in the NICU at UCHealth Memorial Hospital Central after suffering a stroke at birth. Today, she stands at the front entrance of that same hospital, greeting patients and visitors with a smile and helping them find their way.

Through our Project SEARCH internship, Aubriana is building job skills, confidence and independence as she prepares for the workforce. She works at the registration desk, learning how to support patients, communicate clearly and navigate a fast-paced environment, all while continuing to grow through classroom learning and hands-on experience. “I love being able to help people in any way I can,” she said.

For Aubriana, this experience is more than a job. It is a full-circle moment. Inspired by the caregivers who once helped her, she is now finding her own purpose in helping others, one interaction at a time.

Aubriana, once a NICU patient, now builds confidence through Project SEARCH, a hospital-based internship for young adults with disabilities.

04/23/2026

Patients fighting cancer in rural southeast Colorado don’t have to travel as far for care thanks to physicians like Dr. Hoyer. We’re bringing treatments to them in partnership with local hospitals.

Imagine being diagnosed with cancer, trying to support your family and facing a 3-hour drive, one way, for treatment. Thankfully, our team goes on the road, bringing care to patients.