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State measles count rises to 13

SANTA FE – New Mexico’s measles case count has risen to 13, all linked to three county detention centers, the state Department of Health reports.


Health officials warn of heat illness as temperature rise

Earliest heat warning of the season, temps approach summer levels.


First rabies case of 2026 reported in New Mexico

A bobcat in Sierra County has tested positive for rabies – the first animal rabies case in the state in 2026.