Chart 641: Los Alamos Moves From Green To Yellow On CDC Map
Today, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released its weekly update to the COVID-19 community level map. The CDC framework designates community level based on diagnoses and hospitalization levels (link). Masks are recommended indoors in counties with the highest, red, community level. Masks also are recommended for at-risk (for example, immunocompromised) individuals in counties with the intermediate, yellow, risk level. Los Alamos (link) moved from green to yellow due to an increase in the number of diagnoses: from 182 weekly cases per 100,000 to 206 per 100,000 Read More
Leger Fernández And Luján Applaud House Passage Of Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA) Two-Year Extension
U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández
STATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández (D-N.M.) and U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) applauded the House passage Wednesday of a two-year extension of the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA) in the U.S. House of Representatives.
The extension cleared the U.S. Senate with unanimous support last week. Without reauthorization, the RECA program is scheduled to sunset in July.
Last week, Rep. Leger Fernández and Rep. Burgess Owens led a bipartisan letter to Speaker Pelosi, Majority Leader Hoyer, Minority Leader McCarthy, and Read More
Gruninger: Breathing Practices Relieve Anxiety & Stress
By JACCI GRUNINGER, MS, C-IAYT
Los Alamos
Life is stressful in and of itself. Pair that with the Cerro Pelado fire and I am sure you, like me, are feeling a bit anxious. During times of stress it is important to remember that our breath is our greatest resource to help navigate our nervous systems and support our immune and respiratory health, even with the horrible smoke that is moving over our town.
Breathing is a key component of yoga and yoga therapy. Here are a few ways to use your breath to down regulate your nervous system. Remember, it might take some time and practice to feel comfortable with the Read More
New Mexico Superintendent Of Insurance Issues Emergency Order In Response To Wildfires To Assure Affected Individuals Have Access To Health Care Services
New Mexico Superintendent of Insurance Russell Toal
STATE News:
SANTA FE – In response to the horrific fires the state is experiencing, the New Mexico Superintendent of Insurance has issued an Emergency Order to assure affected individuals in these counties continue to have access to needed health care services and are able to maintain their insurance coverage during this period of displacement and uncertainty.
The order covers the counties for which Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has declared an emergency.
“New Mexicans whose lives have been disrupted by these terrible wildfires still Read More
On The Job In Los Alamos: Nikhil Ramburn DACM, DOM
On the job in Los Alamos Friday is Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine Nikhil Ramburn DACM, DOM, at Los Alamos Acupuncture Integrative Medicine. Dr. Ramburn received his medical training from Southwest Acupuncture College in Santa Fe and his doctorate from Pacific College of Health & Science in San Diego, Calif. He uses a natural, integrative approach (also called functional medicine) to treat his patients holistically. Los Alamos Acupuncture Integrative Medicine is at 1460 Trinity Dr. Suite 8. For information, visit www.losalamos-acupuncture.com or call 505.396.4030, Read More
LAMC Wildfire Preparedness Update: Hospital & Emergency Department Are Open
By TRACIE STRATTON
Interim CEO
Los Alamos Medical Center
At Los Alamos Medical Center (LAMC), the safety of our patients, employees and community is always our top priority.
We have mobilized our incident command team in response to the Cerro Pelado Fire. We are currently in the “set” phase of the New Mexico Ready, Set, Go! (RSG) program. “Set” means that the situation can change rapidly, and it’s time to be ready should an evacuation order take place.
We are working closely with Los Alamos County officials to ensure we are well-coordinated in our efforts. In times like these, we must act as one team, Read More
DNCU Awards Venessa Valerio Memorial Scholarship To Northern New Mexico College Student Chicqueeta Whitaker
Venessa Valerio Memorial Scholarship award winner Chicqueeta Whitaker. Courtesy/NNMC
NNMC News:
ESPANOLA — Del Norte Credit Union (DNCU), northern New Mexico’s hometown financial cooperative, has announced that the Venessa Valerio Memorial Scholarship has been awarded to Chicqueeta Whitaker, a second time recipient of the $1,000 award. Whitaker is pursuing her RN to BSN degree at Northern New Mexico College (NNMC).
“Del Norte Credit Union is happy to continue our support to the Northern New Mexico College Nursing Program on behalf of the Venessa Valerio Scholarship. We are honoring Read More
Los Alamos COVID Impact For Week Ending May 9, 2022
COVID-19 statistics for the week ending May 2, 2022 impacting Los Alamos County:
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528 tests
- 38 diagnoses (30 in Los Alamos, 8 in White Rock)
- 0 deaths
Source: New Mexico Department of Health. By Eli Ben-Naim.
Chart 640: COVID Diagnoses For LAPS April 30-May 6
This chart displays the number of COVID-19 diagnoses by school for the past week. Source: Los Alamos Public Schools. Created by Eli Ben-Naim Read More
LAMC Welcomes New OBGYN Dr. Sharon Ransom
Dr. Sharon Ransom on the job Wednesday in her office at Los Alamos Medical Center. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
By CAROL A. CLARK
Los Alamos Daily Post
caclark@ladailypost.com
Los Alamos Medical Center (LAMC) Interim CEO Tracy Stratton recently announced her commitment to provide obstetrics services in Los Alamos and today she introduces OBGYN Dr. Sharon Ransom as the newest member of the medical staff at LAMC.
Dr. Ransom replaces her friend Dr. Brenda Pareda who left the position last month, and spoke about what drew her to want to practice medicine in Los Alamos.
“I was attracted Read More
Leonard: Your Health And Wildfire Smoke
By LAURA LEONARD
Doctor of Chiropractic
Los Alamos
New Mexico is under siege with multiple wildfires impacting air quality and health.
According to a PBS News Hour article on Wildfires and Air Quality, researchers estimate the amount of acreage burned by wildfires in the U.S. is four times more than it was 40 years ago.
Wildfire smoke doesn’t just affect our lungs, it also contains high levels of lead and other contaminants which affect cellular health.
Poor air quality from wildfire impacts us all whether we are included in the ‘sensitive groups’ category or not.
Sensitive groups include those Read More
U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján Commends Decision To Resume Honor Flight Program For Veterans To Visit Washington, D.C.
From the Office of U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) issued the following statement on the resumption of the Honor Flight Program for veterans to visit Washington, D.C.:
“I’m glad the National Park Service heeded our call to resume police escort services for Honor Flight visits,” Luján said. “These trips give our veterans a chance to tell their stories, honor their service, and mourn lost friends.
“Our veterans have made tremendous sacrifices to protect our freedoms and without escorts from the U.S. Park Police may not be able to fully experience the Read More
Gov. Lujan Grisham Issues Statement On Reported Draft Supreme Court Opinion On Roe V. Wade
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham
From the Office of the Governor:
SANTA FE — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham issued the following statement following the report of a draft U.S. Supreme Court opinion that would overturn the landmark Roe v. Wade:
“The Supreme Court appears poised to overturn 50 years of constitutional protections for women to access safe and legal abortions. This decision is catastrophic and will have consequences that will negatively impact generations.
“I am outraged and horrified. While many of us have predicted – and feared – this moment, nothing prepares you for the shock. The ramifications
NMDVS To Host Public Listening Session Friday May 6 Regarding VA’s Proposal To Close Española CBOC
NMDVS News:
ESPAÑOLA — The New Mexico Department of Veterans Services (NMDVS) will host a public listening session Friday, May 6 regarding the proposal by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to close the Española community-based outpatient clinic (CBOC).
NMDVS Cabinet Secretary Sonya Smith will lead the session, 10 a.m. to noon at the Northern New Mexico College Event Center, at 921 Paseo de Oñate in Española.
Veterans, their spouses, and the general public are invited to attend.
Secretary Smith will have the latest information on VA’s Asset and Infrastructure Review (AIM) committee Read More
Anchorum St. Vincent Names Jerry Jones President/CEO
Anchorum St. Vincent new President and CEO Jerry Jones. Courtesy photo
Anchorum St. Vincent News:
SANTA FE — Anchorum St. Vincent, New Mexico’s largest health impact foundation, announced Monday that it has appointed Jerry Jones to be president and CEO of the organization.
“On behalf of the Anchorum Board and our talented team, we are pleased to announce that the Board has removed the interim tag from Jerry’s title and, effective immediately, he will be our new President and CEO,” said Chair of the Board of Directors Charles Goodman. “We are fortunate to have someone with Jerry’s integrity, Read More
Cerro Pelado Fire Update: Fire Remains Six Miles From LANL … Crews, Lab Prepared For Red Flag Conditions Tuesday
CERRO PELADO FIRE Update:
Los Alamos National Laboratory, Los Alamos County and the National Nuclear Security Administration’s Los Alamos Field Office have issued the following update to the community on the status of the Cerro Pelado Fire Burning In the Jemez Mountains.
Fire crews continue to work on the Cerro Pelado Fire, which grew Sunday night due to windy conditions. As of this afternoon, the fire has consumed 22,314 acres and is 10 percent contained.
Favorable weather conditions today allowed firefighting aircraft to operate; potential red flag conditions are expected Tuesday.
The Read More
Chart 639: COVID-19 Diagnoses In Los Alamos Remain Higher Than National And State Averages
This chart shows the seven-day average number of COVID-19 diagnoses per 100,000 people versus date nationwide, statewide and countywide. COVID-19 diagnoses in Los Alamos County remain higher than the national average and the state average. Sources: New York Times and New Mexico Department of Health. Created by Eli Ben-Naim Read More
Los Alamos COVID Impact For Week Ending May 2, 2022
COVID-19 statistics for the week ending May 2, 2022 impacting Los Alamos County:
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553 tests
- 33 diagnoses (19 in Los Alamos, 14 in White Rock)
- 0 deaths
Source: New Mexico Department of Health. By Eli Ben-Naim.
Gruninger: Yoga Philosophy – Ishvarapranidhana
The last Niyamas is Ishvarapranidhana or surrender to something higher than yourself. Courtesy/Jacci Gruninger
By JACCI GRUNINGER MS, C-IAYT, ERYT500
Los Alamos
The last of the Niyamas is Ishvarapranidhana or surrender to something higher than yourself. The Yogic texts define Ishvarapranidhana as surrendering to God. However, as with all things, we can take a more modern or non-theistic view of this Niyama and define it as surrendering to something bigger than ourselves. That something could be nature, the universe or whatever else you find that is bigger than you.
Why do this? Well for Read More
Serve New Mexico Commission Awarded Funding To Build Public Health AmeriCorps
NMDWS News:
ALBUQUERQUE — The Serve New Mexico Commission announced Friday that it has received a Public Health AmeriCorps grant of $257,048 from AmeriCorps, the federal agency for national service and volunteerism.
The grant will allow The Rio Arriba County Health and Human Services Department and Roadrunner® Food Bank of New Mexico to deploy AmeriCorps members to support COVID-19 pandemic responses by assisting in health outreach and education to families and assisting community members with resource navigation, referrals, and warm hand-offs to other providers.
After their term Read More
