Awareness
August 31 is International Overdose Awareness Day, an event to remember loved ones who have died from drug overdose and learn about prevention strategies. It is also a time to encourage support and recovery for everyone impacted by substance use and overdose. « read more »
State public health offices and administrative offices will be closed Labor Day holiday. NMHealth Helpline will be in service. « read more »
The Biden-Harris administration announced last week the return of free COVID-19 tests for Americans, set to begin in late September. In addition, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the latest COVID-19 vaccine, expected to be available in New Mexico within the next two weeks. « read more »
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Health (NMHealth) announced that it will be conducting a survey of New Mexicans to improve disaster preparedness, response and recovery following the damaging wildfires and floods experienced in Lincoln County. « read more »
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced a new initiative to encourage medical professionals in Texas to consider relocating to New Mexico. « read more »
Today, the New Mexico Department of Health (NMHealth) launched a new marketing campaign, “Free to Provide,” to attract healthcare professionals to the state. The campaign is designed to highlight the freedom that medical providers in New Mexico have to provide medical care and services restricte... « read more »
The New Mexico Behavioral Health Institute (BHI) in Las Vegas, NM is currently unaffected by ongoing flash flooding occurring in San Miguel County. « read more »
Patrick Allen, Secretary of the New Mexico Department of Health (NMHealth) announced today that Robert Nott has been named Communications Director for the department. For the past 25 years, Robert has been a reporter for the Santa Fe New Mexican. « read more »
The New Mexico Department of Health (NMHealth) announced today that it has been reaccredited by the Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB) for five more years. « read more »
Since April 1 there have been at least 51 heat-related visits to emergency departments across New Mexico. As temperatures are expected to climb to the mid to upper 90s in Roswell and Carlsbad and remain in the low 90s in Las Cruces this week, the New Mexico Department of Health (NMHealth) is urging... « read more »
The New Mexico Department of Health (NMHealth) is greatly expanding its ability to help those suffering from opioid use disorder (OUD). Starting this week, more than 30 public health offices will offer medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for opioid use available both in person and via telehealth. Th... « read more »
May is Wildfire Awareness Month and the New Mexico Department of Health (NMHealth) is urging New Mexicans to be prepared in the event of wildfires. Climate change has impacted New Mexico, with increased and persistent heat as well as strong winds. Both these conditions lead to an increased risk of w... « read more »
The New Mexico Department of Health (NM Health) recognizes May as Hepatitis C Awareness Month and May 19 as Hepatitis Testing Day and encourages all adults in New Mexico to get tested and know their status. « read more »
Patrick Allen, Secretary of NMHealth announced today that Christopher Harris has been named Marketing Public Education Outreach Director for the department. « read more »
The New Mexico Department of Health (NMHealth) recognizes May as National Nurses Month and in particular May 6-12 as National Nurses Week. Nurses contribute to health in multifaceted ways including as educators, innovators and caregivers and are an essential part of our healthcare system. « read more »
The New Mexico Department of Health (NMHealth) invites all participants of New Mexico Grown, a program that works with local farmers, ranchers, and food businesses, to apply for the Golden Chile Awards. Awards are given for a variety of activities such as establishing edible gardens, serving locally... « read more »
Fentanyl Awareness Day, recognized annually on May 7, is a chance to raise awareness about the risks of opioid use, educate the public about overdose prevention, and reduce stigma around substance use. « read more »
Immunizations protect children from serious diseases, including measles. This week, April 22-29 is National Infant Immunization Week, which is the perfect time to remind families to get children caught up on vaccines. « read more »
April is national Alcohol Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness and understanding of alcohol abuse. Over time, excessive alcohol consumption can lead to the development of chronic diseases and other serious issues that affect your quality of life, both physically and mentally. « read more »
The New Mexico Department of Health (NMHealth) is encouraging residents to recognize Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Awareness Week and always practice safe sex. STI Awareness Week, observed in the second full week of April (14-20), aims to raise awareness and reduce stigma around STI preventio... « read more »