LAMC & Summit Garden Club Partner To Beautify Hospital
Los Alamos Medical Center (LAMC) teamed up with the Summit Garden Club to beautify the hospital’s front parking lot with a planting event to cap off Hospital Week on May 17. The club helped identify which plants LAMC should purchase, and then Master Gardeners were on site to help hospital team members with planting. The result is beautiful! LAMC sincerely thanks Summit Garden Club for their inspiration, expertise, guidance and teamwork on this project. Courtesy/LAMC
Los Alamos Medical Center (LAMC) teamed up with the Summit Garden Club to beautify the hospital’s front parking lot with a planting Read More
Tales Of Our Times: Notorious Smogs In Donora And Desert Parks Keyed Air Research
Tales Of Our Times
By JOHN BARTLIT
New Mexico Citizens
for Clean Air & Water, Inc.
Our citizens group learned the ways of air issues, inside and out. Large issues are part history, law, science, business, and emotions. Each of these has its own jargon, which impedes the exchange of information. Clean air made headway after events helped break these barriers. A notorious case was Donora.
Donora was a hilly town of industrious folks on a horseshoe bend in the Monongahela River 24 miles southeast of Pittsburgh. Donora and nearby Webster were home to U.S. Steel Corporation’s Donora Zinc Works Read More
Heinrich Cosponsors Legislation To Help Veterans Access Earned Benefits & Care, Keep Their Homes
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich
From the Office of U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M) cosponsored three bills to improve veterans’ access to their earned Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits, strengthen the VA’s Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers, and help veterans and servicemembers keep their homes.
“New Mexico’s veterans have heroically served our nation. We owe them more than just our gratitude — we owe them the care and opportunities they earned through their service,” Heinrich said. “I’m proud to cosponsor these Read More
LAMC Welcomes More Than 220 Los Alamos Public Schools Kindergarteners To 2024 Teddy Bear Clinic
Scene from 2024 Teddy Bear Clinic May 21 at Los Alamos Medical Center. Courtesy/LAMC
Scene from 2024 Teddy Bear Clinic May 21 at Los Alamos Medical Center. Courtesy/LAMC
Scene from 2024 Teddy Bear Clinic May 21 at Los Alamos Medical Center. Courtesy/LAMC
LAMC News:
Los Alamos Medical Center (LAMC) welcomed more than 220 Los Alamos Public Schools kindergarteners to the hospital for its annual Teddy Bear Clinic Tuesday, May 21.
These young students left the experience with hospital familiarity, medical knowledge, lasting memories and an LAMC bag full of fun — including a miniature teddy bear Read More
Rep. Vasquez Advances Billions For Military Installations, Families In Bipartisan National Defense Authorization Act
U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez
From the Office of U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez:
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- Vasquez advocated for RECA and prioritized common-sense initiatives that improve the lives of service members and ensure New Mexico’s military installations remain at the forefront of national defense
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – On May 22, 2024, U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) secured major wins for New Mexico and voted to advance the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25) out of the House Armed Services Committee (HASC) to the House Floor for consideration.
“As a member of the House Armed Services Committee, Read More
Luján Joins Press Conference Calling For House Vote On Radiation Exposure Compensation Act
Congressional News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) joined U.S. Reps. Teresa Leger Fernández (D-N.M.), Gabe Vasquez (D-N.M.), Melanie Stansbury (D-N.M.), Cori Bush (D-Mo.) and Delegate James Moylan (R-Guam) and RECA advocates last Thursday for a press conference calling on House Speaker Mike Johnson to allow a vote on a bill that would strengthen the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA).
As of May 16, the House will have just two weeks remaining to act on the Senate-passed RECA. The program, which provides health screenings and compensation for people sickened Read More
New Mexico Department Of Health Urges Residents To Be Prepared & Protect Against Smoke Hazards From Wildfires
NMHEALTH News:
SANTA FE — May is Wildfire Awareness Month and the New Mexico Department of Health (NMHealth) is urging New Mexicans to be prepared in the event of wildfires. Climate change has impacted New Mexico, with increased and persistent heat as well as strong winds.
Both these conditions lead to an increased risk of wildfires, which directly affects human health.
During the 2022 Hermits Peak/Calf Canyon fire, reported asthma-related emergency department visits increased by 52% compared to the same time frame in 2021. As we approach this wildfire season, it is important to know how Read More
Riek: The Four H In Home Healthcare
By JENNIFER RIEK
Business Development Manager
Egis Complete Care Inc.
Greetings, Los Alamos residents!
I am Jennifer Riek, the Business Development Manager at Egis Complete Care Inc., a provider of high-quality senior home care services.
Today, I want to delve into the concept of the 4H in Home Healthcare, which comprises:
- Home Care;
- Home Health;
- Hospice; and
- Home Order Death.
These pillars are essential in preparing individuals and families for end-of-life care, each representing a crucial aspect of caregiving that addresses diverse needs within our community.
Starting with Home Care, Read More
Catch Of The Week: Cyber Attack Cripples Ascension Healthcare Systems
By REBECCA RUTHERFORD
Los Alamos
For the Los Alamos Daily Post
Currently in America your ambulance is most likely to be turned away from an Ascension Healthcare hospital because:
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- You don’t have insurance, and they are going to drop you off in a WalMart parking lot instead;
- No money? No emergency room!;
- Aliens kidnapped all the doctors; or
- Ransomware attack!
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If you guessed “4. Ransomware attack”, congrats!
Ascension is one of the largest private healthcare systems in the US, ranking second in the country by number of hospitals in 2019. They have a presence in 19 states and Washington, D.C., with Read More
LAHS Grad Focuses Master’s Thesis On Local Data Part 2
Los Alamos High School 2019 graduate Brandi Weiss at her graduation last Friday from NMSU. Courtesy photo
By BERNADETTE LAURITZEN
Los Alamos
Editor’s note: This is the second of a two-part series highlighting Los Alamos High School graduate Brandi Weiss and her master’s thesis on adolescent risky behavior in Los Alamos.
“Ignoring the problem does not make it go away.” –Brandi Weiss
Important data is captured by a variety of people all of the time. We may not know where to look for it, why it matters to us or at least why it should matter. Our goal is to highlight the fact that knowing the data could Read More
Annual Kindergarten Event ‘Teddy Bear Clinic’ Returns To Los Alamos Medical Center Tuesday May 21
Students attend to a fuzzy patient at a previous Teddy Bear Clinic at LAMC. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
LAMC News:
Los Alamos Medical Center (LAMC) has announced that it will host its annual Teddy Bear Clinic for the youngest students from Los Alamos and White Rock elementary schools on Tuesday, May 21.
Approximately 225 kindergarteners, their teachers and parent chaperones will get a fun and educational look at their local hospital, all while gaining a comfort level within a healthcare setting and being exposed to medical careers.
With the help of a Classic Air Medical helicopter Read More
County Issues Wildlife Education Messages
County issues tips to follow when encountering coyotes. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County has issued the following wildlife education messages based on feedback from the community and encounters communicated this week:
Encountering aggressive coyotes
- Be S.M.A.R.T.
- Stop! Do not run! If you run, the coyote may chase.
- Make yourself look big! Put your hands over your head or pull your jacket up over your head. Look as big as you can so the coyote knows that you are too tough to mess with.
- Announce forcefully, “Leave Me Alone”! Repeat if necessary. This lets the coyote know you are a person,
Heinrich, Casey Lead Push To Increase Funding For Border Security And Anti-Drug Trafficking
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) and Bob Casey (D-Pa.) led 15 of their colleagues in a letter to Senate Appropriators urging them to provide the United States with the tools to combat the fentanyl crisis by continuing robust funding for border security and drug interdiction initiatives.
In their letter, the senators push for funding for U.S. Customs and Border Protection to hire additional agents and purchase Read More
Luján On USDA, HHS Efforts To Reduce Avian Flu Spread
U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján
From the Office of U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján:
Announcement Follows Luján’s Call to Support Dairy and Cattle Producers
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.), a member of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, and the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP), issued the following statement on the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) new actions to reduce the impact and spread of H5N1:
“I am glad that the Biden administration is taking Read More
New Support Group At Betty Erhart Senior Activity Center
COMMUNITY News:
The community is invited to join the newly formed Visually Impaired and Hearing-Impaired Support group.
The group will meet at the Betty Erhart Senior Activity Center (BESC), 1101 Bathtub Row.
Details:
- Meeting Date: May 16, (3rd Thursday of the month)
- Time: 1:30 p.m.
- Place: Conference room of the main level
- Need transportation call: 505.662.8922
- Family and friends invited
“As we journey through this together let us share our experiences, concerns and questions.”
For more information, Contact Janet Montoya at 505.672.9626. Read More
Skolnik: Keeping Healthy – Wear A Helmet On Your Bicycle And On Your Motorcycle
By RICHARD SKOLNIK
White Rock
Los Alamos County recently proclaimed May to be both “Bike Month” and “Motorcycle Awareness Month.” Thus, I present below a few important facts on the effectiveness of bicycle and motorcycle helmets.
Bicycle Helmets
Bicycle riding is one of the leading causes of head injuries among children. Every year, about 26,000 children are seen in Emergency Departments in the US for head injuries related to bicycling, with traumatic brain injuries most highly associated with mortality. Helmet use leads to a 65% reduction in upper- and mid-face injuries; a 60% reduction Read More
LA County Social Services To Host Blood Drive May 21
Map of where the blood drive will take place May 21 in the Municipal Building parking lot at 1000 Central Ave. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County, in collaboration with Vitalant, is hosting a blood drive to address the declining number of blood donations in the United States.
Scheduled for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m Tuesday, May 21, the blood drive will take place in the Municipal Building parking lot at 1000 Central Ave.
Blood donations are essential for saving lives, as there is no substitute for human blood. Many patients, including those undergoing surgeries, battling cancer, or facing emergencies, Read More
Council Proclaims May 19-25 Emergency Medical Services Week
Los Alamos County Council Chair Denise Derkacs presents a proclamation to Acting EMS Chief Manuel Pacheco, which declares May 19-25 ‘Emergency Medical Services Week’. The proclamation was presented during the Tuesday night council meeting. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Council proclaimed May 19-25 as “Emergency Medical Services Week” during its Tuesday night meeting.
Council Chair Denise Derkacs read the proclamation:
WHEREAS, emergency medical services are a vital public service; and
WHEREAS, the members of emergency medical services teams are ready to provide lifesaving Read More
Heinrich Questions FDA Commissioner On Avian Flu, Infant Formula Supply, Illicit Vaping Products, Mifepristone
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Wednesday, during a hearing to review the Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25) Budget Request for the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Chairman of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee that oversees funding for the FDA, urged FDA Commissioner Dr. Robert Califf to prioritize preparation for virus threats from livestock, inspections at infant formula facilities, and addressing illicit vaping products, and reinforced the safety of mifepristone.
On Avian Influenza
Heinrich asked Dr. Califf about Read More
