New Mexico Cannabis Control Division Orders Recall Of Products Over Contamination Concerns
STATE News:
SANTA FE – The New Mexico Cannabis Control Division (CCD) has issued a consumer health and safety advisory after identifying contaminated cannabis pre-rolls and roll-your-own (RYO) products that tested positive for a prohibited pesticide.
The affected products, manufactured and sold by JBS Technologies NM, LLC (DBA Stash House), were distributed to licensed cannabis retailers between Jan. 1, 2024 and Nov. 25, 2024.
A full list of package IDs as well as a list of retail locations that received the products can be found below and on the CCD’s website.
The licensee has been ordered Read More
New Mexico State Police Conduct Operation To Tackle Crimes Against Unhoused, Provide Essential Resources
NMSP News:
SANTA FE — From Nov. 12 to Nov. 25, the New Mexico State Police Department (NMSP), in collaboration with Santa Fe Police Department and the Region III Task Force, conducted a proactive operation in Santa Fe to identify individuals victimizing the unhoused population through various criminal activities.
Officers contacted 479 individuals and yielded the following results:
- 25 felony arrests
- 15 misdemeanor arrests
- 13 arrests involving drugs
- 19 arrests of habitual offenders.
- 242 fentanyl pills seized
Various amounts of methamphetamine, heroin and psilocybin (mushrooms) Read More
U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján, Colleagues Reintroduce Bill To Offer Relief To Americans Facing Medical Bankruptcy
From the Office of U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.), Sheldon Whitehouse (D-R.I.), Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Peter Welch (D-VT) and Tammy Baldwin (D-Wisc.) reintroduced legislation designed to ease the burden on Americans forced into bankruptcy because of unforeseen medical expenses.
The Medical Bankruptcy Fairness Act of 2024 reforms the bankruptcy process to alleviate the strain on debtors and make the bankruptcy court system work better for Americans.
“Far too many families face crippling medical Read More
Lobby Shop Participating In Small Business Saturday
Lobby Shop Lunch Hour Sale Inside LAMC Nov. 26
Lobby Shop Special Shopping Event Saturday Inside LAMC
Kiwanis Club Of Los Alamos Hosts Healthcare Industry Representatives Focused On Hospice & Senior Home Care
Egis Quality Senior Home Care Business Development Manager Jennifer Riek. Courtesy/Kiwanis
Laramie Hassenstein of Presbyterian Home Health Care and Hospice of Northern New Mexico. Courtesy/Kiwanis
KIWANIS News:
At the Nov. 12 Kiwanis meeting, club members heard from representatives of the senior health care industry and learned about the range of services they provide and their plans for providing those services to Los Alamos.
Nathan Young and Laramie Hassenstein of Presbyterian Home Health Care and Hospice of Northern New Mexico gave an overview of their organization and its goals. Read More
You Can Walk Or Run For Hunger This Sunday Nov. 24
By CYNTHIA BIDDLECOMB
Los Alamos CROP Hunger Walk and Turkey Trot
This Sunday, Nov. 24 is the Annual Los Alamos CROP Hunger Walk and Turkey Trot!
Folks who want to run or walk in it are invited to come to the Los Alamos Middle School Cafeteria (North Mesa) at 1:30 p.m., register and sign the waiver, make a monetary (non-food) donation to the cause, grab a new t-shirt while they last, get some instructions, use the facilities and warm up for the course.
The starting gun goes off at 2 p.m. at the far end of the parking lot. From the starting line, participants run or walk down the mesa, past or through the stables, Read More
New Mexico Secretary Of Health Patrick Allen Steps Down
Patrick M. Allen
STATE News:
SANTA FE — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced Wednesday that Patrick M. Allen, secretary of the New Mexico Department of Health would step down from his position at the end of the day. Allen has served in the administration for approximately two years.
“Pat has been a dedicated public servant, and I’m grateful for his contributions as secretary for the Department of Health. I wish him well in his next endeavor,” Lujan Grisham said
Gina DeBlassie, the governor’s health policy advisor, will serve as interim cabinet secretary of the New Mexico Department of Health. Read More
Luján Speaks At MADD Candlelight Vigil, Urges NHTSA To Implement Life-Saving Traffic Safety Provisions
U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján joined Mothers Against Drunk Driving for a candlelight vigil Tuesday on the National Mall to honor the lives of victims of drunk driving. Courtesy photo
From the Office of U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Tuesday, U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.), a member of the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, joined Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) for a candlelight vigil on the National Mall to honor the lives of victims of drunk driving.
Luján, who survived a head-on collision with a drunk driver 30 years ago, gave remarks at the vigil to reaffirm Read More
Free In-Person Grief Group At Rivera’s In Española
NMSOP: Patient-Driven Report Reveals Corporate Takeover Playbook Of Healthcare In New Mexico
NMSOP News:
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ALBUQUERQUE – A New Mexico patient advocacy group named Safety Over Profits (NMSOP.org), released a powerful and first-of-its-kind report Monday on the healthcare crisis in New Mexico.
Ezra Spitzer, a patient advocate, explains, “Corporate interests are proposing corporate-driven solutions that harm patients in the name of increasing corporate and insurance profits. This report offers patient-driven Read More
County Council To Consider Purchase Of Diamond Drive Properties During Nov. 19 Meeting
Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Council will consider a potential purchase of three properties at 1183, 1377 and 1399 Diamond Drive during its meeting on Nov. 19, at 6 p.m. in Council Chambers, 1000 Central Ave.
The proposed purchase, valued at $9.85 million, is intended to advance several Council-adopted strategic priorities to enhance economic vitality and quality of life.
One such strategic priority is to improve access to behavioral, mental and physical health and social services and amenities to address identified issues and promote wellbeing in the region.
Several Read More
New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association’s 29th Annual Food & Toy Drive Brings Holiday Cheer To Young Patients At UNM Children’s Hospital
From left, Andre Archuleta and Isela Anchondo with Curtis & Co. Law Firm and Brooke Jordy with LeBlanc Law. Courtesy/NMTLA
NMTLA News:
ALBUQUERQUE — A smile can brighten even the toughest days, and this holiday season, the New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association (NMTLA) aims to bring that joy to young patients and their families. Through their 29th Annual Food & Toy Drive, NMTLA is partnering with the University of New Mexico Hospital (UNMH) Children’s Hospital to deliver holiday magic to children from communities across New Mexico.
With a goal of raising $60,000 by Thanksgiving, the Read More
Interfaith Coalition On Homelessness Asks For Help
COMMUNITY News:
Last summer the Interfaith Coalition on Homelessness was created with the primary goal of helping to reduce homelessness in Española.
Thus far eight congregations in Los Alamos County and one in Española are participating and more are being encouraged to join.
Coalition members are now asking for help from residents of White Rock and Los Alamos. Please join in supporting the Española Pathways Shelter as it ramps up for cold weather and resumes offering overnight stays.
Specifically, this campaign is funding new linens, shower supplies and a laundry program at the shelter. Read More
Heinrich Leads Legislation To Combat Syphilis Epidemic
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sens. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) and Roger Wicker (R- Miss.) introduced the Maternal and Infant Syphilis Prevention Act.
This is legislation to protect pregnant mothers and infants by requiring the Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary to issue guidance to states on best practices for screening and treatment of congenital syphilis under Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), and the Indian Health Service (IHS).
The legislation is cosponsored by U.S. Senators Mike Braun (R- Ind.) and Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.). In the Read More
Community Conversation: Emotional Intelligence For Families – A Collaborative Event Thursday Nov. 21 At SALA
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos Public Schools, Los Alamos JJAB, Los Alamos County and Los Alamos Family Council invite families to a special Community Conversation event, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 21 at SALA Event Center.
This free event is designed to support families in building emotional intelligence through open dialogue, shared experiences and connection within the community.
The evening will begin with a complimentary dinner for all attendees. Following the meal, parents will join a guided program on emotional intelligence, including real-life scenarios and tools to foster meaningful Read More
Los Alamos National Laboratory 2024 3rd Qtr. Beryllium Emissions Report Added To Electronic Public Reading Room
LANL News:
Per regulatory requirements, the following documents have been added to the Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) Electronic Public Reading Room (link).
The document(s) have been submitted to fulfill one or more requirements of the Los Alamos National Laboratory.
View these documents and many others at LANL’s Electronic Public Reading Room. Read More
Los Alamos County Provides Warming Centers
COUNTY News:
During inclement weather, individuals stranded or otherwise facing the elements may need a safe place to stay warm. Los Alamos County Social Services division has identified several locations where individuals can temporarily seek shelter to warm up.
While these sites may not offer full amenities such as restrooms, they provide a safe environment to avoid the elements.
The following locations are open to the public:
- Los Alamos Police Station vestibule – 2500 Trinity Drive – Open 24 hours, seven days a week;
- Justice Center – 2500 Trinity Drive – Open to individuals
LAMC: Lung Cancer Screening … What You Should Know
LAMC News:
Lung cancer is the second-most common cancer in the United States, and the most common cause of cancer-related death. While many things contribute to your risk of developing lung cancer – such as your genes, your family history of cancer, and exposure to carcinogenic substances like asbestos – cigarette smoking is the number one risk factor. The vast majority of lung cancer patients are smokers or former smokers, and the more years you’ve smoked, the greater the danger to your health.
The best way to fight lung cancer is to quit smoking, or to not start smoking to begin with. But even once Read More
