Udall, Wyden, Merkley Urge Interior Department To Suspend Policy Actions Unrelated To COVID-19 Response
U.S. Sen. Tom Udall
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Tom Udall (D-N.M.), ranking member of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Interior, Environment and Related Agencies, along with Senators Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) and Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.), wrote a letter to U.S. Secretary of the Interior David Bernhardt urging the U.S. Department of Interior (DOI) to immediately suspend any policy proposals or actions unrelated to the COVID-19 emergency that require a public comment period until the threats of COVID-19 have subsided.
The senators sent the letter as New Mexicans and Americans Read More
New Mexico Health Dept., City Of Albuquerque Announce COVID-19 Outbreak, Deaths At Long-Term Care Facility
NMDOH News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) and the City of Albuquerque reported Friday an outbreak of COVID-19 at the La Vida Llena long-term care facility in Albuquerque where two residents have died, and 19 residents and three staff members have tested positive for COVID-19, with additional test results still pending.
The resident deaths consist of a man in his 90s and a man in his 80s, both had underlying health conditions. The man in his 90s died Thursday, April 2; the other in his 80s died early this Friday morning.
“We are collaborating with the facility to complete testing Read More
COVID-19 Doubling Rate Slows In Some States But Number Of New Confirmed Cases Per Day Increasing Everywhere
Volunteer Group ‘All Together Los Alamos’ Steps Up To Help During COVID-19 Public Health Emergency
COMMUNITY News:
A volunteer group of Los Alamos County residents called “All Together Los Alamos” is stepping up to provide information on resources and services to individuals and families who are housebound during the COVID-19 public health emergency.
This group will supplement services already being provided by local senior centers and other non-profits.
All Together Los Alamos hopes to promote and enhance existing neighbor-to-neighbor relationships and networks as well as recently established social media sites to maximize communication Read More
Exponential Growth Rate Of COVID-19 Positive Tests Is Decreasing, But Number Of New Cases Per Day Is Still Increasing In New Mexico
Chart 1: Cumulative Number of COVID-19 Positive Tests in New Mexico, The Albuquerque Area, and Santa Fe County. Created by Marv Alme
Chart 2: Number of COVID-19 Positive Tests in New Mexico, The Albuquerque Area, and Santa Fe County. Created by Marv Alme
By MARV ALME
Los Alamos
The doubling time of the cumulative number of positive COVID-19 Test Results in New Mexico is almost certainly increasing.
This is illustrated in the first chart “Cumulative Number of COVID-19 Positive Tests in New Mexico, The Albuquerque Area, and Santa Fe County.” Note that the Blue Arrows indicate the implementation Read More
Udall, Heinrich To EPA: Be Transparent About Agency Actions During COVID-19 Pandemic
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators Tom Udall and Martin Heinrich, along with nine Democratic colleagues have sent a letter to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Andrew Wheeler, asking detailed oversight questions about how the agency is adjusting its operations in light of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) while continuing its critical mission to protect human health and the environment.
While EPA has announced it will reduce enforcement of environmental laws during the pandemic emergency and is moving ahead with controversial rules that threaten Read More
Chart 19: COVID-19 Statewide Counts In New Mexico
Shown are cumulative statewide counts for tests, diagnoses and deaths. Also shown are the number of active hospitalizations. Created by Eli Ben-Naim
An estimate for the probability distribution of the number of cases in Los Alamos County. Shown is a random distribution, specified by the expected average number of cases, which as of today equals 4.5. This average follows from the total number of cases statewide, the population of New Mexico, and the population of Los Alamos County. Created by Eli Ben-Naim Read More
PED, CYFD, ECECD, IAD, HED Announce Collaborative Plans To Protect, Feed, And Educate Children – And To Support Families – During Public Health Emergency
STATE News:
SANTA FE — Tuesday, New Mexico state agencies – including the Public Education Department (PED), Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD), Early Childhood Education and Care Department (ECECD), Indian Affairs Department (IAD), and Higher Education Department (HED) – announced expanded plans for coordination during the COVID-19 public health emergency.
The goal of these collaborative efforts is to ensure that children in New Mexico are protected, fed, and educated, and that families are supported, during this crisis.
“We know that numbers don’t begin Read More
UNM-LA Advisory Board Holds Meeting Via Zoom April 8
UNM-LA News:
The UNM-Los Alamos Advisory Board will meet 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 8, using Zoom technology.
This is the annual special meeting related to the UNM-LA budget.
Specific agenda items will include an overview of the UNM-LA response to the COVIS-19 Pandemic, approval of the Budget Adjustment Request (BAR) for FY20 and approval of the FY21 Operating Budget.
Those interested in attending this public meeting, utilizing Zoom, should contact Laci Taylor at ltaylor06@unm.edu for information. Read More
New Mexico COVID-19 Cases At 495, 3 More Deaths
STATE News:
SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials announced today 92 additional positive tests for COVID-19.
The update includes three additional deaths related to COVID-19.
Per the New Mexico Department of Health, the most recent cases are:
- 39 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 3 new case in Cibola County
- 1 new case in Doña Ana County
- 8 new cases in McKinley County
- 26 new cases in Sandoval County
- 9 new cases in San Juan County
- 4 new case in Socorro County
- 2 new cases counties not yet identified
The Department of Health on Friday also reported three additional deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19. Read More
FBI Warns Health Care Professionals Of Increased Potential For Fraudulent Sales Of COVID-19-Related Medical Equipment
New Mexico Governor, Officials Hold COVID-19 Update
New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham this afternoon presenting the latest update on the COVID-19 pandemic and the state’s response. She demonstrates various types of PPE including masks, respirators and gowns. The governor said she thinks the public wearing cloth masks could help slow the spread of the virus – not medical grad masks but simple cotton masks. She made it clear she is not requiring New Mexicans to wear do-it-yourself cotton masks. She went on to stress that citizens need to do more in terms of social distancing, staying at home and keeping nonessential businesses closed. Read More
NCRTD To Temporarily Modify 11 Blue Bus Routes To Provide Essential Trips Only; Red River Route Suspended
RTD News:
While continuing to provide an essential service during the COVID-19 outbreak, the North Central Regional Transit District (RTD Blue Bus) has identified 11 of its 29 routes that will be modified beginning Wednesday, April 8 and one that will be suspended.
The changes are in addition to eight routes that were suspended or modified on March 25. All changes are temporary and will be in effect until further notice. Full details can be found at: www.RidetheBlueBus.com or by calling 866.206.0754, Ext. 2.
The 310 Red River route will be suspended until further notice.
These measures are being Read More
New Mexico State Land Office Initiates Emergency Rulemaking To Allow Temporary Shut In Of Oil Wells
State Land Commissioner Stephanie Garcia Richard initiates emergency rulemaking processes to allow oil lessees to temporarily stop producing without penalty. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
STATE News:
SANTA FE – Today the New Mexico State Land Office announced that it would initiate emergency rulemaking processes to allow oil lessees to temporarily stop producing without penalty for at least 30 days, with a possible extension up to 120 days when Land Commissioner Stephanie Garcia Richard initiates a longer-term rule change process.
“The COVID-19 pandemic brought home, almost Read More
Paw-Fect Cuts Re-Opens For Business On DP Road!
By HEATHER ELLIS
Paw-Fect Cuts LLC
I approached the state and submitted a letter requesting the ability to continue my work.
I included facts from the American Lung Association as well as other credited sources showing why pet grooming is essential along with letters from clients, a physician and the Pet Industry Joint Advisory Council.
With the information I have provided, I received a yes from the governor’s office to reopen.
I have canceled my regular appointments for Saturday, April 4 in order to help more people with their immediate needs of getting pets’ nails trimmed and filed.
We will Read More
Cultivating Vitality With Michelle: Mitigating The Mental Health Fallout Of COVID-19
By MICHELLE HARKEY-WILDE
Los Alamos
Staying at home and living in our uncertain times can strain coping skills and relationships.
When stress increases dramatically or emotions run high, people have a tendency to return to older, less effective ways of coping with difficulty. Often these responses stem from the fight-flight-freeze system.
When our amygdala senses danger in the environment it immediately seeks to fight the danger or run away. (Freeze can happen if these two are not available.) In our current stay-at-home circumstances, running away is not so readily available. We can’t Read More
NMDOT And Archdiocese Of Santa Fe Discourage Good Friday Pilgrimages: ‘This Holy Week, Home Is The Holy Place’
Scene of pilgrims gathering on Good Friday in 2013 at the El Santuario de Chimayó … due to the COVID-19 pandemic, NMDOH and the Archdiocese of Santa Fe are asking the faithful to stay home this year during Holy Week. Photo by Salvador Zapien/ladailypost.com
NMDOH News:
SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Transportation and the Archdiocese of Santa Fe are asking the faithful to stay home during Holy Week.
While annual pilgrimages to El Santuario de Chimayo and Tome Hill are cherished, New Mexico traditions, the events have been cancelled due to the imposed health order to prohibit gatherings Read More
LACDC With Chamber And MainStreet Support, Continue Hosting Zoom Check-Ins For Local Businesses
BUSINESS News:
Los Alamos Commerce and Development Corporation (LACDC) and its programs, the Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce and Los Alamos MainStreet, are continuing to host check-in calls for local businesses amid the current COVID-19 closures and restrictions.
Any business owner or operator in Los Alamos County is welcome to join these discussions.
LACDC staff will answer questions and explain some of the state and federal aid options available at this time.
In addition to a noon webinar Friday, April 3, next week will include a series of four sessions on the following dates and times:
- Monday,
At Overlook Park 136 People Were Tested For COVID-19
Scene at the entrance to the COVID-19 testing site Thursday at Overlook Park in White Rock. A New Mexico Department of Health spokesperson confirmed this morning that 136 people were tested for the virus. Results from those tests can take up to 48 hours. Check back at ladailypost.com for results. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Scene of the COVID-19 testing site Thursday at Overlook Park in White Rock. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com Read More
Classic Air Medical Prepared To Transport COVID-19 Patients
Classic Air Medical transporting a patient in one of three Isopod negative-pressure individual patient isolation unit the company has acquired. Screenshot/LADP
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