Alerts
Older adults now eligible for additional dose of updated COVID-19 vaccine in New Mexico
February 29, 2024 - Immunization - Alert
In response to yesterday’s endorsement from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) regarding the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices’ (ACIP) recommendation, the New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) is urging adults aged 65 and older to receive an additional updated 2023... « read more »
New Mexico health officials announce first reported pediatric flu death of the 2023-24 season
February 28, 2024 - Influenza Surveillance - Alert
Today, the New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) announced the state’s first reported influenza-associated pediatric death for the 2023-24 flu season. Regrettably, a child (5-12 years old) in Bernalillo County died from complications associated with influenza (flu). To protect the family’s pri... « read more »