Injury Prevention Program
News
The Department of Health (NMDOH) and the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish are recognizing Brain Injury Awareness Month by promoting prevention of childhood TBI, commonly known as concussions. « read more »
National Injury Prevention Day, Nov 18, shines light on avoidable harm, even death « read more »
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham renews executive orders declaring gun violence a public health emergency. The renewal extends the emergency to Dec. 1, 2023, ensuring that progress continues. « read more »
The New Mexico Department of Health unveiled the "Comprehensive Report on Gunshot Victims Presenting at Hospitals in New Mexico." Spanning from 1999 to 2023, this report illustrates the concerning rise in firearm-related violent deaths and injuries in the state. « read more »
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham issued an updated public health order outlining additional measures to combat gun violence in Albuquerque and Bernalillo County. The governor made the announcement in Albuquerque alongside state legislative leadership and public safety officials. « read more »
The New Mexico Department of Health (DOH) and the New Mexico Aging and Long-Term Services Department (ALTSD) are joining forces to raise awareness about Falls Prevention Awareness Week, taking place September 18-22, 2023. « read more »
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced on Friday, Sept. 8 a new public health order that outlines immediate actions aimed at quickly reducing gun violence and illegal drug use in Albuquerque and Bernalillo County. « read more »
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham declared gun violence a public health emergency following the murder of an 11-year-old boy on his way home from a baseball game on Wednesday, September 6. « read more »
State launches month long awareness and education campaign; non-profit to distribute free gun locks. « read more »
Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month in May reminds New Mexicans of the importance of staying safe as they ride or share roads with motorcycles as the spring and summer riding season is now underway. « read more »
March is Brain Injury Awareness month, which raises awareness about traumatic brain injury (TBI) prevention and supports improving the quality of life of those who are affected by it. « read more »
Fall prevention guidance for older adults to commemorate Adult Falls Prevention Week September 18-24 « read more »
The Fourth of July holiday weekend is traditionally the time for parties, barbecues and fireworks, but for emergency rooms in New Mexico, it’s more than that. It’s a day where the hospital staff knows to expect to see patients arriving suffering burns, bruises, lacerations, even foreign objects... « read more »
A traumatic brain injury is caused by a bump, blow or jolt to the head or a penetrating head injury that disrupts the normal functions of the brain. With one-fourth of all injury-related deaths in New Mexico involving traumatic brain injuries, the New Mexico Department of Health encourages everyone... « read more »
The holiday season is upon us and for many that means wonderful experiences, such as decorating homes, having family gatherings and sharing gifts. But the New Mexico Department of Health is reminding New Mexicans that this is also the season that can create unique circumstances that can be hazardous... « read more »