Public health offices closed for Independence Day

SANTA FE – State public health offices and administrative offices will be closed Friday, July 4 in observance of the Independence day of July holiday.  

The holiday celebrates the Second Continental Congress’ unanimous adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, a document announcing the colonies’ separation from Great Britain. 

All New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) offices will resume regularly scheduled hours as of Monday, July 7. 

The NMDOH Helpline, 1-833-SWNURSE (1-833-796-8773) will be available on July 4 during regular business hours: 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. The Helpline is staffed by nurses available to speak in English and Spanish for health questions, healthcare connections and provider support. 

The NMDOH Helpline can also help assure residents’ vaccination records are up to date and assist with vaccine scheduling for both adults and children.

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Las oficinas de salud pública estarán cerradas por el Día de la Independencia