A Healthier New Mexico
Welcome to the New Mexico Department of Health. To ensure health equity, we work with our partners to promote health and well-being and improve health outcomes for all people in New Mexico.
Strategic Plan- To find a free flu vaccination clinic in my region
- Birth & Death Certificates
- Caregivers Criminal History Screening
- Medical Cannabis
- WIC Information
- Immunization Records & Exemptions
- Health Facility Licensing and Certification
- To Quit Tobacco
- To Compare Healthcare Costs
- Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Licensing
- To Report Abuse, Neglect, & Exploitation
- Developmental Disabilities Support
- To Request Copy of Health Records
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- Medical Cannabis
- Birth Certificates
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- Immunization
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- Nurse Aide Registry
Most RequestedPrograms
The New Mexico Department of Health works in many ways to promote, preserve and protect your health. Below are just a few of our programs, all of which provide some of the most requested and important services we provide to you.
Birth & Death Certificates
Our Vital Records office collects, processes, corrects and issues copies of birth and death certificates.
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Medical Cannabis Program
Ensures patients have safe access to medicine for a number of qualifying health conditions, and licenses non-profit producers and dispensaries in the state.
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WIC
WIC is the Special Supplemental Food Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC). It is a federal program administered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and our Public Health Division.
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Immunization Program
Request copies for shot records as well as child and adult immunization information.
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Health Facility Licensing & Certification
Our Division of Health Improvement licenses health facilities, such as hospitals and nursing homes, to ensure compliance with state and federal requirements.
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Developmental Disabilities
Our Developmental Disabilities Support Division provides service and support to children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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DOH recommends Pfizer COVID-19 booster dose for New Mexico children aged 5 through 11
The New Mexico Department of Health (DOH) recommends the use of a single booster dose for children aged 5 through 11 years, at least five months after completion of a primary series with the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine. The Pfizer BioNTech vaccine is the only vaccine currently approved for this age group.
Department of Health urges residents to stay safe from extreme heat
The New Mexico Department of Health (DOH) encourages all people in New Mexico to avoid heat-related illness by staying in cool indoor places and hydrating. Tuesday, May 17th and Thursday, May 19th are expected to bring record heat to portions of the state.
What's Happening at DOHFeatured Events
Advisory Council on Quality
Center for Development and Disability
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
ZOOM or at the Center for Development and Disability
DDW Case Management Director's
Bank of the West Building
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Developmental Disabilities Waiver case management agency directors attend a mandatory meeting each quarter to get updates and clarification on important program information.