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The New Mexico Department of Health announced today that it has received an $850,000 per year grant for the next four years to enhance prescription drug overdose prevention. « read more »
You know how it goes with having too much of a good thing: the good thing becomes a bad thing, and you end up living with the consequences. Too much cholesterol in the blood is one of those bad things. It’s one of the main risk factors for heart disease and stroke—two leading causes of death in... « read more »
Health experts say screen time at home should be limited to two hours or less a day, and most of us are blowing it. « read more »
Two individuals from New Mexico who say they consumed water directly from the Animas River, following the Gold King Mine spill, contacted the Department of Health and New Mexico Poison and Drug Information Center. The individuals contacted the Department of Health and New Mexico Poison and Drug Info... « read more »
Today, the New Mexico Department of Health broke ground on a new $23 million facility for state veterans in need of long-term Alzheimer’s and skilled nursing care at the New Mexico State Veterans’ Home in Truth or Consequences, NM. « read more »
The New Mexico Department of Health announced today that the New Mexico Health Service Corps Stipend application process has opened up for medical and dental student applicants. « read more »
The New Mexico Department of Health has received test results for 85 people who were exposed to a man with active, infectious tuberculosis in Clovis. Five individuals tested positive for non‐contagious Tuberculosis infection. The Department of Health will offer those individuals treatment. Due to... « read more »
The New Mexico Department of Health’s Southeast Heights Public Health Office in Albuquerque’s International District, located at 7525 Zuni Southeast, will reopen for business on Wednesday, July 1, 2015. The Southeast Heights Office had been closed for renovations. « read more »
The New Mexico Department of Health has identified roughly 100 people in Curry County who may have been exposed to a man who tested positive for active, infectious tuberculosis. On Tuesday June 23rd and Wednesday, June 24th, the Department of Health will offer free screenings and evaluations to the... « read more »
The New Mexico Department of Health’s Southeast Heights Public Health Office in Albuquerque’s International District, located at 7525 Zuni Southeast, will reopen for business on Wednesday, July 1, 2015. The Southeast Heights Office had been closed for renovations. « read more »
The New Mexico Department of Health wants to make sure when you go out for that bike ride, jog or yard work this weekend you know how best to exercise safely in hot weather. « read more »
During National Nurses Week, Governor Susana Martinez and the New Mexico Department of Health recognize nurses for their contributions to the health care workforce and for helping keep New Mexico families healthy. May 6-12 is National Nurses Week. « read more »
The New Mexico Department of Health is reminding everyone about the importance of good hand hygiene. May 5th is good hand hygiene day. « read more »
NDLM was created by Donate Life America and its partnering organizations in 2003. The month brings opportunities for local, regional and national activities to help encourage people to register as organ, eye and tissue donors. It’s also a chance to celebrate those that have saved lives through th... « read more »
According to the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention and the New Mexico Department of Health, not getting enough sleep leads to chronic health issues, including Type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, obesity and depression. « read more »
Today the New Mexico Department of Health and Project ECHO announced a new collaborative effort to treat tuberculosis patients in New Mexico. Project ECHO (Extension for Community Healthcare Outcomes) utilizes telementoring and knowledge sharing to build primary care capacity to treat complex condit... « read more »
Ward has served as the Cabinet Secretary of the Department of Health since January 2013. Prior to that, she served as Cabinet Secretary of the Aging and Long Term Services Department. « read more »
Our eyes, like so much about our health, are easy to take for granted. Just like eating healthy and exercising, taking care of our vision should be a priority. Having healthy vision can help keep us safe when we’re driving, while at work, home or school, participating in sports, or taking part in... « read more »
The New Mexico Department of Health announced how it plans to utilize a nearly $2 million grant awarded by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services as part of the State Innovation Model Initiative. New Mexico will use the funds to design a plan to enhance patient experience of care, reduce h... « read more »
As arctic air settles in New Mexico over the next few days, Governor Susana Martinez is reminding New Mexicans to take precautions during this cold snap to stay safe. Difficult driving conditions are reported in several parts of New Mexico. « read more »