Colorado Access

03/31/2026

We honor the farmworker movement today with the rallying cry, “Sí, se puede." This movement fought for better wages, rights, and conditions for farmworkers using nonviolent tactics such as strikes, boycotts, and fasts.

“It was Dolores Huerta who coined the slogan 'Sí, se puede' in 1972 when bringing together farmworkers in Arizona to fight a law that prohibited boycotts and strikes.�

Told it would be impossible to organize in the Southwestern state, her three-word Spanish-language response — which translates as “Yes, it can be done” — was simple, defiant and emblematic. Huerta’s resolve cemented her place in history as one of the nation’s most influential labor leaders, civil rights icons and feminist activists.”

Source: https://ow.ly/6Zeg50YAI68


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Hoy rendimos homenaje al movimiento de los trabajadores agrícolas con el grito de batalla: «¡Sí, se puede!». Este movimiento luchó por mejores salarios, derechos y condiciones para los trabajadores del campo, empleando tácticas no violentas tales como huelgas, boicots y ayunos.

«Fue Dolores Huerta quien acuñó el lema "Sí, se puede" en 1972, al movilizar a los trabajadores agrícolas en Arizona para combatir una ley que prohibía los boicots y las huelgas.

Ante la afirmación de que sería imposible organizarse en ese estado del suroeste, su respuesta en español —compuesta por tres palabras y cuya traducción es "Sí, se puede hacer"— resultó sencilla, desafiante y emblemática. La determinación de Huerta consolidó su lugar en la historia como una de las líderes sindicales, iconos de los derechos civiles y activistas feministas más influyentes de la nación».

Fuente: https://ow.ly/6Zeg50YAI68

03/30/2026

🥕Feed your family without breaking the bank!

🥕Discover how you can nourish yourself and your family, even on a tight budget: sm.eatright.org/LimitedBudgetTips

03/25/2026

For Women's History Month, we're celebrating pioneers in the health and medical fields.

Susan La Flesche Picotte (1865-1915) was the first Native American to earn a medical degree. She was a member of the Omaha tribe and an early advocate of public health reforms, especially to prevent the spread of tuberculosis, which at the time had no cure.

Source: National Academy of Medicine

03/24/2026

Feeling nervous about a visit? You’re not alone, but regular check-ups are important for keeping your smile healthy! Here are some ways to make your visit easier:

🦷Talk to your dentist about your concerns.
🦷Bring a friend or family member for support.

Remember, Health First Colorado (Colorado's program) and CHP+ cover the care you need to maintain your oral health.

Don’t let fear keep you from getting the care you need—schedule your appointment today!

03/23/2026

"It's about offering continuity. We, as Colorado Access, are the largest Medicaid health plan in the state and the largest CHP+ health plan in the state, so we want to make sure that we're able to reduce disruptions in coverage and care during those transitions.”

In a recent article with Denver Business Journal, our president and CEO explains how entering Colorado’s Individual Marketplace as Colorado Access Choice, beginning in the 2027 Plan Year (through the Colorado Access affiliated organization, Access Connected Care Partners Inc.) reflects our continued commitment to supporting people whose coverage may change, even as their health needs do not.

Read the full article here:

It's a strategic move amid federal policy changes that could leave more than 150,000 Coloradans without coverage, the organization's leader said.

03/20/2026

March is ! Have you heard of MyPlate? Discover budget-friendly food ideas, set personal goals for healthy eating, and learn about the benefits that small changes to your diet can make in your overall health. 🍎🥦

Get started now! Click here to learn more: https://ow.ly/KFiv50VapWm

03/19/2026

💗Blog Post💗

"Having an automatic blood pressure cuff has been extremely helpful. It has provided many important data points. It even helped detect a heart rhythm irregularity caused by medication. In the United States, heart disease is the leading cause of death for women and can affect them at any age."

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Whenever I do a detailed health history, I start by “joking” that my dad’s side of the family all die of strokes and that my mom’s side has more diverse endings. Then I pull out my family tree and show all the people who died from strokes and the living relatives with diagnosed hypertension ...

03/18/2026

We’re excited to share that beginning in the 2027 Plan Year, Colorado Access — through its affiliated organization, Access Connected Care Partners Inc. — plans to offer Colorado Access Choice health plans on Colorado’s Individual Marketplace!

For more information, check out the Division of Insurance release here: https://ow.ly/5qFL50YvZck

And for FAQs and other information, head to our landing page: https://ow.ly/xfQE50YvZcj

03/17/2026

👀Getting a checkup each year is one step you can take to make sure you stay healthy. At a checkup, your doctor can:

❓ Answer questions about your health
✍🏻 Give referrals to specialist
💪🏽 Run any necessary tests or screenings to detect health problems early

If you need help finding a doctor, we can help! Find a provider online at coaccess.com.

03/16/2026

**ER vs. Urgent Care: Know Where to Go! 🚑**

When should you go to the Emergency Room?
✅ Chest pain or difficulty breathing
✅ Severe bleeding or head injury
✅ Sudden weakness, confusion, or stroke symptoms
✅ Major fractures or burns

When is Urgent Care the better choice?
✅ Minor cuts or sprains
✅ Fever, flu, or mild infections
✅ Allergies or mild asthma symptoms
✅ Minor fractures (like a finger)

🏥 **Urgent Care = faster, cheaper for non-life-threatening issues.**
🚨 **ER = life-saving care for serious or life-threatening situations.**
Knowing the difference can save time, money, and lives! 💙

**Urgencias vs. Centro de atención urgente: ¡sepa a dónde ir! 🚑**

¿Cuándo debe ir a la sala de emergencias?
✅ Dolor en el pecho o dificultad para respirar
✅ Hemorragia grave o lesión en la cabeza
✅ Debilidad repentina, confusión o síntomas de accidente cerebrovascular
✅ Fracturas o quemaduras importantes

¿Cuándo es el Centro de atención urgente la mejor opción?
✅ Cortes o esguinces menores
✅ Fiebre, gripe o infecciones leves
✅ Alergias o síntomas leves de asma
✅ Fracturas menores (como un dedo)

🏥 **Centro de atención urgente = más rápida y económica para problemas que no ponen en riesgo la vida.**
🚨 **Urgencias = atención que salva vidas en situaciones graves o que ponen en riesgo la vida.**
¡Conocer la diferencia puede ahorrar tiempo, dinero y vidas! 💙

03/14/2026

🥕Head into the weekend planning healthy snacks to fuel your body and satisfy your cravings!

🥕Think nuts, fruit, yogurt, and crunchy veggies!

03/13/2026

Q: Isn’t it better to get immunity naturally?

A: Vaccines offer a pathway to immunity—without the suffering. They’re carefully designed to activate your immune system in a controlled way. You might feel a sore arm, mild fatigue or a low-grade fever, but that’s your body doing its job: recognizing the threat and preparing defenses.

Importantly, vaccines don’t just protect individuals—they help protect communities. When enough people are vaccinated, it becomes harder for diseases to spread, shielding those who can’t be vaccinated due to age or medical conditions.

Source: Immunology Explained
https://ow.ly/LqGb50YrutM