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Older adults now eligible for additional dose of updated COVID-19 vaccine in New Mexico February 29, 2024 - Immunization - Alert

In response to yesterday’s endorsement from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) regarding the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices’ (ACIP) recommendation, the New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) is urging adults aged 65 and older to receive an additional updated 2023... « read more »



New Mexico health officials announce first reported pediatric flu death of the 2023-24 season February 28, 2024 - Influenza Surveillance - Alert

Today, the New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) announced the state’s first reported influenza-associated pediatric death for the 2023-24 flu season. Regrettably, a child (5-12 years old) in Bernalillo County died from complications associated with influenza (flu). To protect the family’s pri... « read more »



Be aware of cold-related illnesses as temperatures drop November 30, 2023 - Environmental Health - Alert

The New Mexico Department of Health (DOH) reminds residents low temperatures will continue off and on throughout the winter season, and everyone should be aware of the risks of cold-related illness. « read more »



REMINDER: Centers for Disease Control warns consumers about high blood lead levels in children potentially connected to cinnamon applesauce products November 21, 2023 - Lead Poisoning Prevention - Alert

As reported by media across the country, on November 13, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) issued a Health Alert that it is investigating a possible link between three brands of recalled cinnamon applesauce products and high blood lead levels in children. Multiple states have reported potential... « read more »



Renewed public health order targets rising congenital syphilis cases October 16, 2023 - Sexually Transmitted Diseases - Alert

The New Mexico Department of Health (DOH) takes action to address the rising threat of congenital syphilis by renewing and updating an ongoing public health order. The updated order directs medical professionals to increase syphilis testing in all individuals aged 18 to 50 across the state and to te... « read more »



Governor announces statewide enforcement plan for gun violence, fentanyl reduction September 8, 2023 - Injury Prevention - Alert

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced on Friday, Sept. 8 a new public health order that outlines immediate actions aimed at quickly reducing gun violence and illegal drug use in Albuquerque and Bernalillo County. « read more »



Governor declares gun violence a public health emergency after murder of 11-year-old boy on his way home from baseball game September 7, 2023 - Injury Prevention - Alert

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham declared gun violence a public health emergency following the murder of an 11-year-old boy on his way home from a baseball game on Wednesday, September 6. « read more »



New Mexico Department of Health reports first West Nile virus death of 2023 September 1, 2023 - Zoonotic Diseases - Alert

The New Mexico Department of Health (DOH) reports a Valencia County man is the first death in 2023 linked to West Nile virus in the state. « read more »



DOH recommends clients of VIP Spa get tested for blood-borne infections July 5, 2023 - HIV Prevention - Alert

The New Mexico Department of Health (DOH) is reaching out to former clients of VIP Beauty Salon and Spa (VIP Spa), previously located at: 809 Tijeras Avenue, NW Suite B, Albuquerque, N.M. to recommend that anyone who received any type of injection-related service, including a vampire facial or Botox... « read more »



Summer heat rising: Protect yourself, others from heat-related illness June 27, 2023 - Environmental Health - Alert

Rising temperatures across New Mexico bring increased risks of heat-related illness. The eastern and southern regions, including Chaves County, will face scorching conditions with temperatures approaching 112° and potentially higher this week. « read more »



Luna County public health office closed June 26-30 June 23, 2023 - Southwest Public Health Region - Alert

The Luna County public health office at 215 S. Silver Avenue in Deming will be closed June 26-30 as New Mexico Department of Health (DOH) staff move to the new Deming Health Complex, 1510 S. Slate St. « read more »



Department of Health reports sixth hantavirus case of 2023 June 21, 2023 - Zoonotic Diseases - Alert

The New Mexico Department of Health (DOH) reports six New Mexico residents have been diagnosed with hantavirus pulmonary syndrome (HPS) since the beginning of 2023. « read more »



Department of Health terminates agreements with four providers delivering services to people on the developmental disabilities waiver March 10, 2023 - Developmental Disabilities - Alert

The New Mexico Department of Health has terminated its agreements with four providers and is investigating allegations of misconduct that resulted in severe and life-threatening injuries to a client. « read more »



State to end COVID-19 public health emergency March 6, 2023 - 2019 Novel Coronavirus - Alert

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on Friday announced that today’s renewal of the COVID-19 executive order will be the final extension. It will remain in effect until March 31, 2023, and then will be allowed to expire. « read more »



Fox tests positive for rabies in Sierra County February 9, 2023 - Zoonotic Diseases - Alert

The Department of Health urges pet and livestock owners in Sierra County and surrounding counties to vaccinate their animals against rabies after an aggressively behaving fox this week bit a Sierra County resident and later tested positive for rabies. « read more »



Cat Tests Positive for Rabies in De Baca County December 2, 2022 - Zoonotic Diseases - Alert

The New Mexico Department of Health is urging pet and livestock owners in De Baca County and surrounding areas to vaccinate their animals against rabies after a cat tested positive for rabies. « read more »



Department of Health issues public health emergency order to help hospitals address rise in respiratory viruses December 1, 2022 - Public Relations - Alert

The New Mexico Department of Health has issued a public health emergency order in response to a surge of pediatric cases and hospitalizations of respiratory viruses, including respiratory syncytial virus, commonly known as RSV. « read more »



Department of Health amends emergency public health order August 12, 2022 - 2019 Novel Coronavirus - Alert

SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Health amended the state’s emergency public health order rescinding all previous orders and streamlined it to adapt to the evolving nature of the virus and the effective tools we have today along with shifting management to the federal government and reduc... « read more »



Behavioral Health Institute in Las Vegas evacuates all 197 patients Monday due to the Calf Canyon and Hermits Peak fires May 2, 2022 - Behavioral Health Institute - Alert

The New Mexico Behavioral Health Institute in Las Vegas evacuates patients due to nearby ongoing wildfires. « read more »



Department of Health reports first child death of flu season April 21, 2022 - Influenza Surveillance - Alert

The New Mexico Department of Health (DOH) reports today the death of a four-year-old Santa Fe County girl from flu-related illness, New Mexico’s first pediatric influenza death of the 2021-2022 season. Since the start of this flu season, DOH has identified 143 pneumonia and flu-related deaths. « read more »

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