Guest: Dr. Neil Box President, Colorado Melanoma Foundation Co-Founder, Colorado Melanoma Foundation & The Sun Bus
Higher altitude greatly increases UV exposure—about 26% more in Denver and up to 50% more above 10,000 feet—making sunburn occur much faster. Skin cancer is the most common and largely preventable cancer in the U.S., and the Sun Bus Project helps address this by offering free skin checks, personalized skin‑damage assessments, and sun‑safety education in underserved communities. The mobile clinic has completed over 10,000 screenings and identified more than 100 suspected melanoma cases, along with many basal and squamous cell carcinomas. Zinc‑based sunscreen provides the best UVA and UVB protection, but shade and protective clothing should come first. Good sun safety is good for everybody. Whatever you do, don't get a sunburn and be sun safe.
https://www.thesunbus.org/
Guest: Dr. Cynthia Dickerson, neurologist with HCA HealthONE Swedish
During American Stroke Month this May, the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association emphasize the importance of recognizing stroke warning signs and understanding personal risk. Strokes can occur at any age and result from either a blocked or ruptured artery in the brain, both of which cut off oxygen and cause tissue damage. As the fourth leading cause of death and the leading cause of disability in the United States, early detection using the BEFAST acronym—Balance, Eyes, Facial droop, Arms, Speech, Time—is critical. High blood pressure is the primary risk factor, along with uncontrolled diabetes, high cholesterol, and atrial fibrillation. Prompt medical care improves outcomes, and up to 80% of strokes are preventable through awareness and proactive health management.
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Guest: Jennifer Fightmaster Family Nurse Practitioner With Special Training With Hormones
Hormone‑focused bloodwork goes deeper than standard labs, helping uncover issues like nutrient deficiencies, thyroid dysfunction, or hormone imbalances that can affect energy, mood, metabolism, and bone health. Many people are told their results are “normal,” even though they’ve simply adapted to feeling off, and common tests like TSH alone don’t show how much usable thyroid hormone the body actually has. When hormones such as estrogen, testosterone, or progesterone drop too low, bone strength and repair can suffer, which is why hormone replacement is about supporting long‑term health rather than appearance. Peptides can also help by signaling the body to perform specific functions. FitMD’s doctor‑supervised approach ensures treatment is monitored closely and adjusted when needed.
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Guest: Andrea Malcomb Historic Denver VP and Molly Brown House Museum Director
Margaret “Molly” Brown became known as the unsinkable heroine of the Titanic after the 1912 disaster, where she immediately focused on helping fellow survivors—especially third‑class immigrants—ensuring they received care and support. Beyond her Titanic legacy, she was a passionate advocate for women’s, children’s, and workers’ rights, and in Colorado she devoted herself to major charitable efforts, from funding the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception to supporting St. Joseph’s Hospital, the juvenile court system, and the Denver Dumb Friends League. After following her brother to Colorado, she met and married Joseph Brown, raised two children, and moved to Denver after the family’s success in the gold industry. Today, the Molly Brown House continues her story through exhibits such as Unearthed: Voices of the Leadville Shanty Irish, which explores Irish immigration and labor history, and through new Titanic artifacts—including personal items recovered from victims and the final journal entry of a passenger who wrote “Titanic” on April 10, never to write again.
Guest: Dr. Rachel Dolhun Foundation's Principal Medical Advisor
Parkinson’s disease is more than a movement disorder—it’s a complex brain condition that affects the whole body. Along with tremors, it can cause changes in smell, sleep, mood, and digestion, and symptoms vary widely from person to person. The disease develops as the brain produces less dopamine, and while there is no cure yet, exercise may help slow its progression. Genetics, environment, and aging all play a role. For those newly diagnosed, support from a neurologist, physical therapy, exercise, and good nutrition can make a meaningful difference. As one of the fastest‑growing neurodegenerative diseases, Parkinson’s affects over a million Americans, and April’s Parkinson’s Awareness Month highlights the need for greater understanding, research, and support.
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Guest: Angelica Prisciliano, the Economic Mobility Outreach Coordinator within Prevention Services Division at CDPHE
Get Ahead Colorado, a program of the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, provides residents with trusted information and resources to help them claim valuable tax credits and refunds they may otherwise miss. The campaign educates individuals about free or low‑cost tax‑filing options and highlights key credits such as the Earned Income Tax Credit—worth up to $8,000 federally with a 50% state match—the Colorado Child Tax Credit, and the Colorado Family Affordability Tax Credit, which can provide up to $1,200 and $3,200 respectively. Because every household’s circumstances are unique, the amount a family can receive depends on their specific situation.
getaheadcolorado.org
Guest: Melissa Hellmuth Executive Director
April is recognized as Child Abuse Prevention Month, underscoring the vital work of Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA), a program that trains volunteers to advocate in court for the safety and well‑being of children who have experienced abuse or neglect. CASA volunteers—who must be at least 21, pass a background check, and complete 35 hours of initial training along with ongoing education—meet weekly with the children on their cases to understand their needs, ensure their environments are safe, and build supportive relationships, whether at home, at the zoo, or even at a child’s sporting events. The annual Champions for Children Breakfast, held this year on May 14 at the Denver Marriott West, raises awareness about Child Abuse Prevention Month and offers attendees the opportunity to learn more about CASA’s impact. This year’s keynote speaker is a former CASA youth who now serves as a volunteer, highlighting the program’s powerful, long‑term influence.
https://www.casajeffcogilpin.com/
Guest: Bill Ryan CEO and Andrew Menard kidney recipient and the manager of Team Rocky Mountain
The Transplant Games, held every two years, are the world’s largest celebration of life, uniting organ donors, recipients, donor families, healthcare professionals, and supporters to honor the life‑saving impact of organ donation. This year’s event is expected to be the largest yet, drawing more than 10,000 participants representing 43 teams from all 50 states. Over six days, attendees will take part in 20 Olympic‑style competitions for gold, silver, and bronze medals, showcasing the strength and resilience of living donors and transplant recipients. In Colorado alone, nearly 1,000 transplants were performed last year, yet more than 1,300 individuals remain on the waiting list. Andrew shared his personal story and his experience participating in the Games, which will be held June 18–23 at the Colorado Convention Center.
https://www.transplantgamesofamerica.org/2026-transplant-games
Guest: Suzanne Jones CEO
Summary: In Colorado residential recycling now involves 16-16.4% of homes. 67% of the materials recycled encompasses cardboard, paper, cans, etc. It is the harder to recycle materials such as mattresses, styrofoams, plastic bags, and electronics requiring special processes that prevents the rate from being higher. Eco-Cycle in partnership with the City of Boulder works to handle these hard to recycle materials.
Guest: Katherine Ruark Board Member
Runs4ALS is dedicated to raising funds that support the care, treatment, and essential expenses of individuals living with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Their mission extends beyond those diagnosed, offering meaningful assistance to families and contributing to ongoing research efforts. SHIFTRUNS is an all-day community event built around a 20‑run challenge that can take place on any mountain, anywhere. In Vail, the tradition brings people together to ski and snowboard in honor and in memory of those who no longer can. After a day on the mountain, participants gather for an evening celebration featuring food, drinks, music, giveaways, and a silent auction. ALS is a progressive disease that affects the nerve cells responsible for movement, gradually impacting mobility, speech, and breathing, and currently has no cure. This year’s SHIFTRUNS event will take place on March 31st in partnership with Discover Vail.
https://runs4als.org/