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"Are You Prepared?” campaign promotes emergency readiness

The New Mexico Department of Health is launching a region-wide “Are You Prepared?” campaign to encourage individuals and families to take simple steps toward readiness for emergencies.


New Mexico removes barriers to COVID-19 vaccines

The New Mexico Department of Health has issued a standing order that expands access to updated 2025-2026 COVID-19 vaccines by allowing healthcare providers and pharmacists to vaccinate anyone six months and older without requiring individual prescriptions.


New Mexico suicide deaths rise 9% in 2024

Suicide deaths in New Mexico increased 9% in 2024 to 512 deaths, a jump of 42 more deaths than in 2023, according to new data from the New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH).