Safety
New Mexico has launched a statewide multi-media campaign to raise awareness about two tools for reducing gun violence: free gun locks available through the New Mexico Department of Health and the state’s Extreme Risk Firearm Protection Order law. « read more »
Seasonal cuteness aside, chicks and ducklings are a leading source of salmonella infections in young children. « read more »
Earliest heat warning of the season, temps approach summer levels. « read more »
The New Mexico Department of Health reported a Santa Fe County resident was hospitalized with hantavirus pulmonary syndrome – the first case in New Mexico this year – and has since recovered. « read more »
Four federal inmates held in southern New Mexico detention facilities have tested positive for measles, bringing the number of 2026 measles cases in the state to five. « read more »
The Seven Springs Fire, burning on Mescalero Apache Tribal land, is expected to bring heavy smoke that will create moderate to unhealthy air conditions for sensitive groups in the area. « read more »
June is National Gun Violence Awareness Month, and the New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) encourages residents to wear orange during the weekend of June 6-8 to help raise awareness on the impact of gun violence. « read more »
A winter wave of cold weather is expected to hit much of New Mexico starting Monday, January 6. « read more »
Winter storms are coming. Here are precautions to protect people and pets from extreme cold. « read more »
New Mexicans working in the agricultural world can be vulnerable to such diseases as avian flu and the West Nile Virus, as well as other occupational health risks. To raise awareness about this issue, the New Mexico Department of Health (NMHealth) will hold an informational session for farm workers... « read more »
University employees with symptoms encouraged to visit healthcare provider. « read more »
The death of an elderly Bernalillo County woman has been connected to a multistate outbreak of Listeria caused by Boar’s Head brand deli meats – which were ordered to be pulled from public sale nationwide by federal health officials July 2024. « read more »
With high temperatures expected through the end of August, NMHealth urges New Mexicans to take precautions to avoid heat-related illnesses. « read more »
Bandelier National Monument has confirmed that a bat found dead in the park has tested positive for rabies. No known human contact with the bat has been reported. Anyone who touched or had contact with any bat near the Cottonwood Picnic Area in early July is advised to contact their healthcare prov... « read more »
The New Mexico Department of Health (NMHealth) urges New Mexicans to take precautions to avoid heat-related illnesses as much of the state heats up again. « read more »
The Scientific Laboratory Division of the New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) has confirmed the first case of hantavirus pulmonary syndrome (HPS) this year. « read more »
Health officials stress the importance of recognizing symptoms and adopting prevention measures. « read more »
The New Mexico Department of Health (DOH) reminds residents ongoing winter weather in some parts of the state over the next few days can pose health risks and cold related illnesses. « read more »
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham renewed Friday, Dec. 29 executive orders declaring gun violence and drug abuse public health emergencies. « read more »
Two New Mexico patients with Salmonella have been identified by the New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) connected to the ongoing national outbreak involving cantaloupes. « read more »