Celebrations

Ward has served as the Cabinet Secretary of the Department of Health since January 2013. Prior to that, she served as Cabinet Secretary of the Aging and Long Term Services Department. « read more »

The New Mexico Department of Health will join state partners to host Public Heath Day at the State Capitol Monday, January 26th from 8:00am - 4:00pm. The event will include Department of Health employees along with more than 20 other agencies to raise awareness among policymakers and the public of... « read more »

The New Mexico Department of Health encourages New Mexico tobacco users to use its free upgraded services available to help residents stop using tobacco this Thursday, November 20th during the American Cancer Society’s annual Great American Smokeout. « read more »

Department of Health Secretary Retta Ward participated in the grand opening of a new Women’s Infants Children’s office. The 2,300 square foot facility features a large waiting area, WIC classrooms, nutrition offices and secure storage area for WIC supplies. « read more »