Chart: 558: COVID-19 Update New Mexico Jan. 3, 2022
This chart shows the seven-day average number of COVID-19 diagnoses versus date in Los Alamos County. The seven-day average exceeded 16 for the first time this week. Source: New Mexico Department of Health. Created by Eli Ben-Naim New Mexico COVID-19 Update Dec. 31-Jan. 3, 2022: 7,313 New Cases, Totaling 357,480 & 11 Deaths & 311,304 Recovered
STATE News:SANTA FE — New Mexico state health officials announced 7,313 new COVID-19 cases between Friday Dec. 31, 2021 and Monday, Jan. 3, 2022.
Los Alamos County reported 92 new cases between Dec. 31 and Jan. 4, bringing the total to 1,126 people who have tested positive for COVID-19. (County totals are subject to change upon further investigation and determination of residency of individuals positive for COVID-19.)
This update includes 11 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19 and a 7-Day positivity rate of 17.9 percent.
Per the state Department of Health, the most recent cases are:
County Health Council Meets On Zoom Jan. 6
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Health Council will meet at noon Thursday, Jan. 6 via Zoom.
This meeting is open to the public.
Find the agenda to this meting here: Jan. 6, 2022 Health Council Agenda.
Find the link to this meeting here.
Webinar ID: 863 7506 7263 Read More
Pig+Fig Moves To Take Out Only For Customer, Staff Safety
PIG + FIG News:
For the safety of its customers and staff, Pig + Fig at 11 Sherwood Blvd., in White Rock is switching to take out only.
“Due to the widespread number of positive COVID-19 cases in our community, we will no longer be offering indoor dining for the foreseeable future and will be switching to only takeout,” owner Laura Crucet announced today. “This is a difficult decision but we feel like it is the responsible one and we ask for your patience and flexibility as we move forward through this difficult time.
“More than anything, we pray for the health and safety of all our neighbors and their Read More
Skolnik: Keeping Schools Open In The Face Of Omicron
By RICHARD SKOLNIK
Los Alamos
In an unfortunate twist of fate, schools in New Mexico are set to reopen just as the Omicron variant has dramatically appeared. The number of COVID cases in the US is climbing rapidly. Many states have also seen a major increase in pediatric cases and in the hospitalization of children due to COVID-19. Cases have begun to rise again in New Mexico.
In this light, we should be especially concerned about how we can safely reopen our schools and keep them open in the face of this new variant. This is especially important since students will also be returning to school shortly Read More
Rotary: Hearing Loss Specialist Monique Hammond
Hearing Loss Specialist Monique Hammond
By LINDA HULL
Vice President
Rotary Club of Los Alamos
“There was suddenly so much more to hearing loss than not hearing well,” explained hearing loss specialist Monique Hammond in November when she recently joined the Rotary Club of Los Alamos by Zoom from her home in Minneapolis.
Hammond elaborated, describing how she had enjoyed a successful career as a hospital pharmacist, but in 2005 experienced “sudden deafness” in her left ear at a church fundraiser where loud music was played.
Also known as sudden sensorineural hearing loss (SSHL), it occurs Read More
Bandelier Superintendent Patrick Suddath Speaks At Rotary
Bandelier Superintendent Patrick Suddath speaking at a recent Rotary Club meeting. Photo by Linda Hull
By LINDA HULL
Vice President
Rotary Club of Los Alamos
When addressing the Rotary Club of Los Alamos in November, Bandelier Superintendent Patrick Suddath recalled his first day on the job in Frijoles Canyon, the park’s center of activity.
He has maintained an unrelenting pace since then and is working closely with Valles Caldera National Preserve Superintendent Jorge Silva-Bañuelos to “share resources, integrate management across the ecosystem, and improve coordination with stakeholders”, Read More
Chart: 557: COVID-19 Update New Mexico Dec. 31
This chart shows the seven-day average number of COVID-19 diagnoses versus date in the United States. The seven-day average topped 300,000 for the first time this week. Source: New York Times. Created by Eli Ben-NaimNo New Mexico COVID-19 Update Issued Today
STATE News:
SANTA FE — The state’s daily COVID-19 case count update will not be issued today, Dec. 31, due to NMDOH offices being closed in observance of the New Year Holiday.
The next COVID-19 case count update will appear Monday, Jan. 3. Read More
New Mexico COVID-19 Update Dec. 30: 2,209 New Cases, Totaling 350,043 With 26 New Deaths And 303,418 Recovered
STATE News:
SANTA FE — New Mexico state health officials announced 2,209 new COVID-19 cases today, Dec. 30.
Los Alamos County reported 20 new cases, bringing the total to 1,033 people who have tested positive for COVID-19. (County totals are subject to change upon further investigation and determination of residency of individuals positive for COVID-19.)
This update includes 26 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19 and a 7-Day positivity rate of 13.8 percent.
Per the state Department of Health, the most recent cases are:
- 791 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 1 new case in Catron County
- 156
Chart: 556: COVID-19 Update New Mexico Dec. 30
Leonard: Practice Of Mindful Self-Compassion
By LAURA LEONARD
Doctor of Chiropractic
Los Alamos
The practice of mindful self-compassion, coined by Dr. Kristin Neff and Dr. Chris Germer, is an important tool that we can teach our children and add to our mental health toolbox.
Research on mindful self-compassion indicates that it is an important way to reduce anxiety and depression while at the same time improve our sense of self-worth. This practice is especially important if you are prone to perfectionism or were raised in a critical household.
I also personally feel that every child would benefit immensely from learning how to practice Read More
Gruniger: Winter … A Time For Reflection
By JACCI GRUNINGER MS, C-IAYT, ERYT500
Los Alamos
“Winter is a subtle nudge to remind us to reflect on our lives. Though we are surrounded by the chill in the air, it is also an exercise in cleansing. With each snowfall, we are given a clean slate with the innocence and beauty the white powder brings.” –Mark A. Leon
In my last column, I suggested taking some time to think about YOUR 2021. Today, I want you to jump forward to 2022 and before it actually arrives, consider your hopes, dreams and desires for the new year. What will make it YOUR best year? And, of course, I have a suggestion.
Choose a WORD to take Read More
New Mexico COVID-19 Update Dec. 29: 1,371 New Cases, Totaling 347,831 With 33 New Deaths And 302,325 Recovered
STATE News:
SANTA FE — New Mexico state health officials announced 1,371 new COVID-19 cases today, Dec. 29.
Los Alamos County reported 2 new cases, bringing the total to 1,013 people who have tested positive for COVID-19. (County totals are subject to change upon further investigation and determination of residency of individuals positive for COVID-19.)
This update includes 33 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19 and a 7-Day positivity rate of 11.9 percent.
Per the state Department of Health, the most recent cases are:
- 407 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 3 new cases in Catron County
- 37
State Of New Mexico Plans To Adopt Revised CDC COVID-19 Isolation And Quarantine Guidelines … Currently Evaluating Potential Timeline For Implementation
NMDOH News:
SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) announced today that it plans to adopt new federal guidance surrounding isolation and quarantine for COVID-19.
The state is updating its contact tracing protocols and other key processes and will announce a more specific implementation timeline in the near future.
Background
Monday, Dec. 27, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) reduced its recommended COVID guidelines for isolation (following a positive COVID test) and quarantine (following exposure) from 10 days to five days. Isolation and quarantine are critical tools Read More
FREE New Year’s Day Workout At The Y
Y News:
The Family YMCA is hosting a free Les Mills community launch party workout from 10:30 am-noon on New Year’s Day, Saturday, January 1, in the Y’s gymnasium, 1450 Iris Street. The workout is free to everyone, and no experience is required.
The Y is closed except for this “launch” party workout featuring the Les Mills Body Combat Release 89. People may join the party by entering through the gym’s backdoor entrance.
The BodyCombat workout is an energy-packed mix of martial arts moves that is geared toward increasing fitness, speed and strength, and helping participants feel fierce and empowered. Read More
New Mexico COVID-19 Update Dec. 28: 799 New Cases, Totaling 346,461 With 22 New Deaths And 301,609 Recovered
NMDOH News:
SANTA FE — New Mexico state health officials announced 799 new COVID-19 cases Tuesday, Dec. 27.
Los Alamos County reported zero new cases, so the total remains 1,011 people who have tested positive for COVID-19. (County totals are subject to change upon further investigation and determination of residency of individuals positive for COVID-19.)
This update includes 22 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19 and a 7-Day positivity rate of 11.2 percent.
Per the state Department of Health, the most recent cases are:
- 308 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 1 new case in Catron County
Patients, Advocates Applaud State Medical Debt Rules For Better Protecting New Mexicans
STATE News:
New Mexico Together for Healthcare Tuesday applauded the Office of the Superintendent of Insurance for issuing final medical debt rules that reflect patient and advocate requests to strengthen the draft rules to better protect low-income patients.
The medical debt rules took effect Tuesday and were issued to implement the Patients’ Debt Collection Protection Act (PDCPA), which NMT4HC and its community leaders supported and was signed into law earlier this year.
The PDCPA prohibits medical providers and hospitals from suing low-income patients (patients at or below 200 percent Read More
New Mexico COVID-19 Update Dec. 24-27: 3,039 New Cases, Totaling 345,663 With 29 New Deaths And 300,819 Recovered
SANTA FE — New Mexico state health officials announced 3,039 new COVID-19 cases between Friday, Dec. 24 and Monday, Dec. 27.
Los Alamos County reported 8 new cases, bringing the total to 1,011 people who have tested positive for COVID-19. (County totals are subject to change upon further investigation and determination of residency of individuals positive for COVID-19.)
This update includes 29 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19 and a 7-Day positivity rate of 10.0 percent.
Per the state Department of Health, the combined cases for Friday, Dec. 24, Saturday, Dec. 25, Sunday,
Chart: 555: COVID-19 Update New Mexico Dec. 27
This chart shows the 14-day average number of COVID-19 diagnoses versus date nationwide, statewide, and countywide. Sources: New York Times and New Mexico Department of Health. Created by Eli Ben-Naim Read More
