Southwest Life

Durango doctor added to Medical Services Board

Fraleydu1-i-syn The Medical Services Board adopts the rules that govern Department of Health Care Policy and Financing programs. The board…

July 21, 2017

Community

Durango couple celebrates 50 years of marriage

du1-i-syn The couple has lived in the Durango and Bayfield area for 15 years. They have three children and three…

July 21, 2017

Health

Health plan’s fall brings dread for ‘Obamacare’ recipients

Despite no new bill, most feel anxious about possible change

July 19, 2017

Travel

Olympic National Park: Verdant and wild

Venturing deep into a land full of giants

July 18, 2017

Health

Hearing is believing: Speech may be a clue to mental decline

Kim Mueller, left, administers a test to Alan Sweet, in which he describes an illustration, as part of a University…

July 18, 2017

Health

Tumor gene testing urged to tell if drug targets your cancer

Catherine “Katie” Rosenbaum is seen at a cancer fundraiser by Swim Across America. The Richmond, Va., woman’s endometrial cancer was…

July 17, 2017

Travel

For Robert Frost, did his 2 roads diverge in England?

Literary pilgrimage chases legacy of American poet

July 16, 2017

Travel

In Boulder, 5 fun things in 1 whirlwind afternoon

5 fun things in 1 whirlwind afternoon

July 15, 2017

Health

Novel leukemia treatment could be 1st U.S. gene therapy

Human T cells belonging to cancer patients arrive at Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corp.’s Morris Plains, N.J., facility. This laboratory is where…

July 15, 2017

Health

How severe, ongoing stress can affect a child’s brain

The safe spaces, quiet times and breathing exercises for her and the other preschoolers at the Verner Center for Early…

July 13, 2017

Travel

Same difference: Photographs of 32 hotel rooms in 32 countries reveal few variations

Still. Tidy. Blank. Enter Swiss photographer Roger Eberhard, who spent a year documenting 32 Hilton hotel rooms in 32 countries.…

July 13, 2017

Health

Science Says: Not all cancers need treatment right away

A surgeon performs robotic prostate surgery on a patient in Chicago. According to a new report, long-term results comparing different…

July 12, 2017

Travel

Afraid of sharks? Flu, asteroids pose far greater risk

The confirmed return of great white sharks to Cape Cod has rattled some boaters and beachgoers. Yet the chances of…

July 12, 2017

Travel

Monkey troupe vexes Florida park, goes viral on social media

Officials have closed two walking areas at Silver Springs State Park because of unwanted monkey interactions with park guests. An…

July 11, 2017

Health

Opioid prescribing is falling in the U.S., but not everywhere

A new government report finds opioid prescription rates have been falling in recent years overall, but rising in more than…

July 11, 2017

Health

Mercy named among top hospitals for heart-attack treatment

Durango Herald file The award recognizes Mercyâ€™s commitment and success in implementing a higher standard of care for heart-attack patients…

July 10, 2017

Travel

How to handle crowds and beat the heat: Tips from Rick Steves

Travel expert Rick Steves shares tips for summer trips

July 9, 2017

Health

Durango Public Library to host health talks

du1-i-syn “Adults on the Go: Managing Stress through Mindfulness, Nutrition and Movement” will be offered from 6 to 7:30 p.m.…

July 9, 2017

Travel

The view of a lifetime: Eclipse chasers blaze trail to Oregon

Just before sunrise, there’s typically nothing atop Round Butte but the whistle of the wind and a panoramic view of…

July 8, 2017

Travel

In rural Kentucky, solar eclipse preparation keeps town busy

“We’ve talked about this a lot. It’s exciting to have all these people coming together,” said Julie-Anna Carlisle, owner of…

July 8, 2017

Travel

Rare white deer herd open to public viewing beginning this fall

The herd at a former World War II Army weapons depot in upstate New York will be available for public…

July 4, 2017

Health

Not reaching your wellness goals? Take a look at your nighttime routine

Journal file Why does it matter? When you create an ideal nighttime routine, it is far more likely that your…

July 4, 2017

Travel

Alaska salutes black soldiers’ work on highway

During WWII, 4,000 African-Americans in U.S. Army built critical 1,500-mile road

July 2, 2017

Health

Mercy to offer free class about how to manage prediabetes

Mercy Regional Medical CenterDurango Herald file Instructors Sheena Carswell and Marge Morris will give attendees information about how to manage…

July 2, 2017