New Mexico Environment Department: Urgent Action Needed To Hit 60 Percent Vaccination Target By Thursday
NMED News:
The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) released the following information this morning:
We are happy to report that 57.9 percent of New Mexicans 16 years and older have completed their COVID-19 vaccinations. This is a tremendous accomplishment – and part of the reason New Mexico recently moved all counties to the Turquoise level.
By June 17, we aim to hit 60% of New Mexicans years and older who have completed their vaccinations. Meeting this goal will enable our state to graduate from the Red-Yellow-Green-Turquoise system and reopen economically on July 1.
As of June Read More
New Mexico Set To Open Economy By July 1 – If 60 Percent Of Residents Receive COVID-19 Vaccinations By June 17
DOH News:
SANTA FE – New Mexico Department of Health (DOH) officials urge New Mexicans to help reach 60 percent vaccination rate by June 17, so that New Mexico can open its economy fully without any limitations by July 1.
New Mexico is only 40,810 vaccines away from meeting this goal.
COVID-19 vaccines are safe, effective, and free. All New Mexicans 16 and older are eligible for the vaccine.
State health officials have added numerous vaccination events around the state to assist in reaching this goal. Go to vaccinenm.org and schedule your vaccine today.
Once vaccinated, go to vax2themaxnm.org Read More
State Offers $100 To New Mexicans Vaccinated June 14-17
DOH News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Health (DOH) Sunday, announced a $100 incentive for New Mexicans who complete their vaccination series or receive a single-shot Johnson & Johnson vaccination through June 17.
Details about the $100 incentive and to sign up for appointments during the June 14-17 period may be found at vaccineNM.org. New Mexicans with questions also may call 1.855.600.3453.
“New Mexico is so close to hitting our June 17 goal: 60 percent of New Mexicans 16 and over who have completed their vaccination series. We are excited to offer this additional incentive Read More
New Mexico Music Commission Working To Fill Void Caused By COVID-19 Pandemic Across State
DCA News:
SANTA FE — In January 2021, the New Mexico Music Commission launched the Rural County Outreach program in 30 of 33 counties across the state.
Commissioners will serve as liaison for these counties to identify two music-related service projects to fill a void in the area’s music industry due to stoppages and closures caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
To support rural counties in their recovery, commissioners will research the music industry in their adopted counties, compile a list of key music industry stakeholders, monitor the music scene and report major events to the music commission Read More
Chart 456 COVID-19 Update In New Mexico June 13
The bars in this chart show the number of active COVID-19 hospitalizations in New Mexico versus date. Source: New Mexico Department of Health. Created by Eli Ben-NaimChart 455 COVID-19 Update In New Mexico June 12
This chart displays the percentage of New Mexicans receiving a vaccine by age group. Source: New Mexico Department of Health. Created by Eli Ben-Naim Read More
Environment Department, O’Reilly Auto Parts In Lovington Reach Settlement Over Alleged COVID Workplace Violations
NMED Cabinet Secretary James Kenney
NMED News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) has reached a settlement with O’Reilly Auto Parts over alleged violations of workplace safety laws related to COVID-19 at a Lovington store.
NMED issued two citations to O’Reilly in January 2021 for allegedly failing to protect employees from exposure to COVID-19 at its Lovington store. In July 2020, three employees at the location tested positive for the virus, one of whom died from the virus. Due to measures taken by O’Reilly at that location, no additional employees at the Lovington store Read More
Chart 454 COVID-19 Update In New Mexico June 11
The bars in this chart show the number of COVID-19 diagnoses in the United States versus date, and the line shows the seven-day average. Source: New York Times. Created by Eli Ben-Naim Read More
New Mexico COVID-19 Update: 130 New Cases, Total 204,044 With 2 New Deaths And 191,682 Recovered
STATE News:
SANTA FE – New Mexico Department of Health officials announced today 103 new COVID-19 cases.
Los Alamos County reports 2 new cases today bringing the total to 534 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 2 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
The New Mexico Department of Health reports the most recent cases:
- 35 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 4 new cases in Chaves County
- 1 new case in Cibola County
- 1 new case in Colfax
Los Alamos Teams With International Group To Examine Spread Of Infectious Disease By Migratory Birds
Migratory birds are known to carry diseases such as avian influenza. An international program, the Avian Zoonotic Disease Network, seeks to detect and monitor pathogens traveling in birds along the Mediterranean and Black Sea Flyway, research aided by scientists from Los Alamos National Laboratory. Courtesy/LANL
LANL News:
A multinational effort is underway to understand and control the spread of disease among migratory birds. Called the Avian Zoonotic Disease Network, it is aimed at detecting dangerous infectious diseases and pathogens of pandemic potential, such as avian influenza. Read More
New Mexico COVID-19 Update: 103 New Cases, Total 203,919 With 3 New Deaths And 191,490 Recovered
SANTA FE – New Mexico Department of Health officials announced today 103 new COVID-19 cases.
Los Alamos County reports zero new cases today so the total remains at 532 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 3 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
The New Mexico Department of Health reports the most recent cases:
- 20 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 3 new cases in Chaves County
- 1 new case in Cibola County
- 2 new cases
NMDOH Warns Of Risk Of Heat-related Illness
Tips: Drink water or other liquids frequently enough to never become thirsty (about 1 cup every 15–20 minutes). Hydration is the most important tool in preventing heat-related illness, and workers should try to be well-hydrated before arriving at work. Courtesy/NMDOH
NMDOH News:
- New Mexicans should get water, rest and shade when temperatures exceed 85 degrees
SANTA FE – With temperatures remaining high this week, the New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) encourages New Mexicans to drink lots of water, rest, and get under shade when they are outdoors to reduce the risk of heat-related illness. Read More
DOH Investigates Two Suspected Wound Botulism Cases
DOH News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Health (DOH) is investigating two suspected cases of wound botulism, one involving a 26-year-old Rio Arriba County woman; the other a 40-year-old man from Bernalillo County, both patients report injection drug use.
These are the third and fourth suspected cases of wound botulism in 2021, with two prior cases reported in January, both from Eddy County.
Wound botulism cases in New Mexico have been linked primarily to injecting black tar heroin and methamphetamines.
Botulism is a rare but serious paralytic illness caused by a nerve toxin produced Read More
Chart 453 COVID-19 In New Mexico June 10
This chart displays the percentage of fully-vaccinated residents by county. Source: New Mexico Department of Health. Created by Eli Ben-Naim Read More
C’YA Seeks To Cement Nambe Pharmacy Team In History
Nambe Pharmacy owners Tom and Frances Lovett at a drive through vaccine event in January with Dr. Catherine Fry, who conspired with C’YA to nominate the Lovett’s to receive a special tribute. Photo by Bernadette Lauritzen
C’YA News:
Champions of Youth Ambitions (C’YA) would like the community to help with a goal to “cement” the Nambe Pharmacy team in history.
The American Pharmacy Foundation and their COVID-19 Heroes Campaign will acknowledge contribution, with an inscribed paver. The beautiful location for the paver faces the Lincoln Memorial on the National Mall. Learn about the effort Read More
Environment Department Cabinet Secretary Urges Federal Action On PFAS During Senate Committee Testimony
NMED News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Wednesday morning, New Mexico Environment Department Cabinet Secretary James Kenney testified before the U.S. Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works on the public health and environmental threats of PFAS in New Mexico.
“States commonly tackle problems impacting their communities,” Secretary Kenney told committee members. “What’s not common is when such efforts are met with federal lawsuits.”
The State is currently in litigation with the U.S. Air Force over its efforts to compel the federal government to clean up groundwater contamination caused Read More
New Mexico COVID-19 Update: 94 New Cases, Total 203,823 With 5 New Deaths And 191,358 Recovered
SANTA FE – New Mexico Department of Health officials announced today 94 new COVID-19 cases.
Los Alamos County reports zero new cases today so the total remains at 532 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 5 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
- The New Mexico Department of Health reports the most recent cases:
- 29 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 4 new cases in Chaves County
- 1 new case in Colfax County
- 2 new cases in
Chart 452 COVID-19 In New Mexico June 9
This chart displays the percentage of fully-vaccinated residents by state. Source: New York Times. Created by Eli Ben-NaimNearly 400K New Mexicans Enter ‘Vax 2 Max’ Sweepstakes
STATE News:
SANTA FE – New Mexico’s Vax 2 the Max Sweepstakes, a $10 million vaccination incentive program funded by federal stimulus dollars, has already attracted almost 400,000 New Mexicans in a little more than a week.
As of the end of the day Tuesday, June 8, 372,774 vaccinated New Mexicans had opted in to the sweepstakes.
New Mexicans who have received their COVID-19 vaccination must opt in to the sweepstakes to participate; vax2themaxnm.org is where to opt in and read more about the rules and regulations.
New Mexicans can schedule their COVID-19 vaccinations at vaccinenm.org.
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New Mexico COVID-19 Update: 79 New Cases, Total 203,747 With 1 New Death And 191,257 Recovered
STATE News:SANTA FE – New Mexico Department of Health officials announced today 79 new COVID-19 cases.
Los Alamos County reports zero new cases today so the total remains at 532 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 1 new death in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
- The New Mexico Department of Health reports the most recent cases:
- 27 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 1 new case in Colfax County
- 1 new case in Curry County
- 11 new cases in Doña
