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Montrose County Public Health
Welcome from Public Health Director Jim Austin
Welcome to Montrose County Public Health. Our major programs are linked on this page, so please browse and contact us with your comments and questions. We are here to serve you and contact information is on every page. For questions about any other public health related topics, please contact me directly.
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Avian Bird Flu
Posted on January 25, 2023
Avian flu is suspected to be circulating in birds in Western Colorado. While the risk to humans remains low, people should avoid direct contact with wild birds and observe them only from a distance. Some tips to consider: Read on... -
County Residents Encouraged to Test Homes for Radon in January
Posted on January 6, 2023
In an effort to protect county residents and their families, Montrose County is offering free radon test kits while supplies last. Read on... -
Santa Visits NFP Program Christmas Party
Posted on December 22, 2022
Santa came for a visit during the Nurse Family Partnership christmas party. Read on... -
Montrose County Public Health seeks your input on health & wellness in our community
Posted on November 7, 2022
Montrose County Public Health & our community leaders want to know more about what our community members need to have a better quality of life. Take the 10 minute survey and help us make our community even better. Read on...
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State Vaccine Bus at Hope West 3/21/23
Posted on March 9, 2023
The vaccine bus will be at Hope West in Montrose on 3/21/23. Read on... -
State Vaccination Bus at Coffee Trader 2/22/23
Posted on February 21, 2023
The State Vaccination Bus will be at the Coffee Trader on 2/22/23 from 8am - 4pm. Read on... -
State Vaccination Bus Dates in February 2023
Posted on February 8, 2023
The State Vaccination Bus will be in Montrose three times in February. Read on... -
State Vaccination Bus at Field House February 1st
Posted on January 26, 2023
The Vaccine Bus will be at the Field House on Wednesday, 2/1/23 from 10am - 4pm. Read on...
Contact Us
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Jim Austin
Director
Montrose County Public Health
1845 S. Townsend Ave, West Wing
Montrose, CO 81401Contact
Main Phone (970) 252-5011
Direct Phone (970) 252-5067
Email jaustin@montrosecounty.netHours
Monday - Friday
8am - 5pm
West End
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Location
851 Main Street
P.O. Box 39
Nucla, CO 81424Ph: 970-864-7319 x 5407
Public Health
Public health means the prevention of injury, disease, and premature mortality; the promotion of health in the community; and the response to public and environmental health needs and emergencies. Public health is accomplished through the provision of essential public health services.
(Colorado Public Health Act of 2008)