Guides
Vector Control Manual - Chapter 15.0
Zoonotic Diseases - Guide
April 20, 2010
Ticks and Tick-Borne Disease
Community Health Assessment & Planning Guide
Community Health Assessment - Guide
September 1, 2009
This guide is designed to assist in preparing community health profiles. The content of the guidelines is based on public health assessment as it is currently practiced in the United States. While other assessments may be focused on one or more specific issues, or on a particular population or sub-population, the Community Health Profile provides an assessment of the health of an entire population within a specific geographic area, from the youngest to the oldest.
Cryptosporidium Outbreak Response Guidelines
Water Illness - Guide
May 11, 2009
Outbreak and case reporting data for cryptosporidiosis document increases in transmission of the parasite, Cryptosporidium, over the last 2 decades. This is in part due to the parasite’s low infectious dose, potential for zoonotic transmission, presence in the natural environment, small size that challenges water filtration systems, and its high resistance to chlorine disinfection.
Nitrates in Drinking Water
Water Quality - Guide
February 1, 2006
What you need to know and do if your water system says the water has too much nitrate.
Family Planning VAST Guidebook
Family Planning - Guide
January 1, 2006
The New Mexico Department of Health is engaged in an initiative focusing on four major issues that impact the health and well-being of individuals, families and communities in New Mexico: Violence (family violence and sexual abuse), Alcohol, Substance Abuse and Tobacco use are issues that affect many people in our state.
Boil Water Notice or Order
Water Quality - Guide
January 1, 2005
What you need to do if your water system has told you to boil your water.
Family Emergency Preparedness Guide
Family Emergency Preparedness - Guide
January 1, 2004
A step-by-step guide to disaster planning along with other essential information you will need in building a comprehensive family emergency preparedness plan. Be sure to involve all the members of your household when developing your preparedness plan.