Diseases

Respiratory disease season underway in New Mexico - Vaccinations available for COVID-19, influenza, and RSV October 22, 2026 - Immunization - Disease

Vaccinations available for COVID-19, influenza, and RSV « read more »

New Mexico sees rise in alcohol-related deaths October 20, 2026 - Alcohol Misuse Prevention - Disease

Despite a 21% drop in alcohol-related deaths from 2021 to 2024, new data shows a 2.6% rise in alcohol-related deaths in New Mexico between 2024 and 2025. « read more »

West Nile virus still a threat in some parts of the state October 16, 2026 - Zoonotic Diseases - Disease

SANTA FE – Summer may be gone, but the threat of West Nile virus carried by mosquitoes still exists in some parts of New Mexico, particularly the southern region. « read more »

State renews order to combat congenital syphilis October 7, 2026 - Sexually Transmitted Diseases - Disease

With syphilis rates in New Mexico down 32% since 2023, the New Mexico Department of Health is renewing its public health order expanding syphilis testing to keep protecting newborns from congenital syphilis, which can cause birth defects and infant death. « read more »