News
Here you'll find news articles released by our department consolidated in one place for you to browse and explore. We highlight featured, latest, and popular news articles below.
Navigating this large amount of content can be a challenging task. Therefore, you may want to use the Chronological News Index if you're having trouble finding the article you need.
All media inquiries for the New Mexico Department of Health should be directed to the Communications Office.
Latest
Four federal inmates held in southern New Mexico detention facilities have tested positive for measles, bringing the number of 2026 measles cases in the state to five.
A federal inmate held in a southern New Mexico detention facility has tested positive for measles – the state’s first confirmed case of 2026, following a statewide outbreak last year that sickened 100 people.
The New Mexico Legislature passed a bill Wednesday night securing the state’s ability to purchase childhood vaccines and require insurance coverage immunizations recommended by state health officials, sending the measure to Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s desk for her signature.