NACo Announces Commission On Mental Health & Wellbeing
NACO News:
WASHINGTON — The National Association of Counties (NACo) Monday announced a new Commission on Mental Health and Wellbeing, bringing together 14 county leaders from across the country. The group, unveiled at NACo’s Legislative Conference, is tasked with leading the development of policy and programmatic recommendations at the federal, state, and local levels to address systemic issues contributing to the ever-growing mental health crisis.
“America’s county leaders demand a rethinking – a reimagination – of how we advance the mental health and well-being of our families and Read More
LANL: Predicting Pandemics Through Museum Animal Collections
A preserved vampire bat, part of the UNM Museum of Southwest Biology collection, is held by Jonathan L. Dunnum, Ph.D., Senior Collection Manager, Division of Mammals, Museum of Southwestern Biology. Items from this collection will be sampled by Los Alamos and UNM scientists to explore how pathogens travel from one species to another. Courtesy/LANL
LANL News:
Zoonotic pathogens, those that spill over from animals to humans such as SARS-CoV-2 and hantavirus, present a challenge for scientists in terms of how the diseases evolve and spread in animal populations. Now, a broad coalition of Read More
Small Sign Of COVID Worry At Roundhouse This Session
Ron Hammond of Santa Fe is the only one in the room wearing a mask while he waits Tuesday to speak to House Consumer & Public Affairs Committee at the Roundhouse. Luis Sánchez Saturno/The Santa Fe New Mexican
By ROBERT NOTT and DANIEL CHACÓN
The Santa Fe New Mexican
For a while there, Sen. Martin Hickey, D-Albuquerque, wasn’t wearing a mask during this year’s legislative session.
Then one day, he was — after he was out sick for a while because he contracted COVID-19.
Here and there, you see signs others are being careful, like the cleaning person who had his mask tucked under his chin until one other Read More
Paid Family And Medical Leave Bill For New Mexico Advances At Legislature
Lead sponsor, Senate President Pro Tem Mimi Stewart
By DANIEL J. CHACÓN
The Santa Fe New Mexican
Less than a year after passing a bill requiring private employers to provide paid sick leave to their workers, Democrats are pushing a proposal to establish a paid family and medical leave law in New Mexico.
Senate Bill 11, which the Senate Tax, Business and Transportation Committee endorsed on a 6-2 vote Thursday, would create a family and medical leave fund administered by the New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions.
Both employees and employers would be required to contribute to the fund. Read More
UNM: ‘Facing Your Fears’ Program For Autism Youth
U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján Delivers Keynote Address At International Stroke Conference
Luján Delivers Keynote Address at International Stroke Conference. Courtesy/BRL
From the Office of Ben Ray Luján:
DALLAS, Texas – Today, U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) delivered the keynote address at the International Stroke Conference in Dallas, Texas – an annual conference dedicated to the science and treatment of cerebrovascular disease and brain health.
Since recovering from a stroke, Luján has used his platform to raise awareness about the warning signs of strokes and the importance of seeking medical care.
ICYMI – Luján Highlights Stroke Awareness:
The Y ‘Be Heart Smart’ Poster Submissions Due Feb. 25
Parr-Sanchez: Governor’s Health Care Proposal For Educators A Win For New Mexico
By MARY PARR-SANCHEZ
NEA-New Mexico President
SANTA FE — As frontline workers during the pandemic, educators have continued to put their health on the line in service to New Mexico students and families, despite rising health insurance premiums that have diminished their ability to afford health care for themselves and their families.
HB 102, a bill now before the Legislature, would bring us a great deal closer to rectifying this wrong, by largely eliminating health care premium costs for educators in our state. The bill would require that school districts cover 100% of the cost of health Read More
JJAB Hosts Youth Mental Health First Aid Class March 11
Dr. Justin Green: Heart Attacks Don’t Care, But We Do
By Dr. JUSTIN GREEN
LOs Alamos Medical Center
Los Alamos Medical Center (LAMC) is an Accredited Chest Pain Center.
Heart attacks can happen anytime, anyplace – and to anyone. And when they do, every minute matters. After months of rigorous training and preparation, LAMC is better equipped than ever to offer live-saving care when and where you need it.
LAMC is committed to providing high quality emergency heart care close to home for the residents of the Los Alamos community. LAMC works closely with key community partners, including local EMS to enhance coordination among everyone involved Read More
Leonard: Change Your Thoughts – Change Your Health – Change Your Life
By LAURA LEONARD
Doctor of Chiropractic
Los Alamos
It’s No-More-Motivation February, the time of year when our New Year’s resolutions are downgraded on our list of importance.
Never fear … I have a new Chinese parable for you that will help get you going again. No, this one is not about diet, exercise routines or setting goals. It is about … you guessed it, changing your thoughts.
The amazing thing about working on your thoughts is that all it requires is paying attention and shifting gears. No 5 a.m. workouts, no insane restriction of calories, no liver cleansing and no extra use of your time required. Read More
Legislature Looks At Paying For New Mexico Educators’ Health Care Premiums In Full
HB 102 Co-sponsor Rep. Raymundo Lara
By MARGARET O’HARA
The Santa Fe New Mexico
Kevin Darrow, a music teacher at Wood Gormley Elementary School, estimated he spends nearly 14 percent of his earnings — some $600 per month — on health insurance.
“For a teacher, that’s a lot of money,” he said.
And Darrow said he’s one of the lucky ones because he shares that cost with his spouse. As the cost of living in Santa Fe continues to increase, he noted many of his fellow teachers — often master’s degree-level professionals — have to find roommates or get creative to stretch their earnings.
Figuring out how to pay Read More
Father Of Infant Commends World-Class Response By Los Alamos Fire Department
By ROBERT HAYWARD
Los Alamos
Recently my wife and I had to call 911 because our infant daughter was having a medical emergency. The response by Los Alamos Fire Department (and the community in general) was nothing short of exemplary.
The genuine concern, professionalism, and sub-3-minute response by LAFD helped the recovery of my daughter and provided assurance to my wife and me that we were in good hands. This outstanding response continued when we were transported to UNM hospital in Albuquerque.
The community came out to help during this time as well. Neighbors came over to take care of our cat. Read More
Gruninger: Chair Yoga For Everyone
By JACCI GRUNINGER, MS, C-IAYT
Los Alamos
Today I want to share a few thoughts with you about doing yoga in a chair and how it can benefit both the beginner and the more advanced student. Next week, I will show you a few more challenging poses you can do in a chair.
Chair Yoga is derived from traditional yoga but is adapted for a chair. It’s an excellent practice for beginners, seniors and those who find it challenging to get up and down from the floor. It’s also good for office workers who sit most of the day.
Chair Yoga can improve strength, flexibility, mobility and even balance. A 2021 review* showed that Read More
Satori Healing On Relocation & Addition Of Primary Care
Scene from a previous Chamber ribbon cutting ceremony at Satori Healing. From left, Kevin Schoenberger PT, Tracy Martin PA-C, Patrick Martin, MD and Kristin Barnes, RN. Post file photo
CHAMBER News:
Satori Healing announces that it has relocated to a new space at 2610 Trinity Dr. #14 and will celebrate a Grand Re-Opening noon Monday, March 6, with an open house and Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting ceremony.
Satori Healing is a physician-run, primary care and IV infusion clinic. It provides IV hydration, vitamin/antioxidant therapy, supportive IV Ketamine therapy with referral, and platelet Read More
County COVID-19 Community Newsletter For Feb. 3, 2023
President Biden announces the end to the twin emergency declarations, WHO discusses the pandemic at a ‘transition point’ and CDC launches a COVID-19 free testing locator site – read about these headlines and get an update on the status of COVID-19 in Los Alamos County in this week’s COVID-19 Community Newsletter – click here: https://conta.cc/3Y16FMn. Courtesy/LAC Read More
Heinrich, Luján Bill Provides Historic, Permanent Investment In Home Care For Seniors, People With Disabilities
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) and Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) are original cosponsors of legislation to expand access to home and community-based services for older adults, people with disabilities, and injured workers, while increasing pay and improving benefits for the caregivers who provide this life-sustaining care.
“In New Mexico and across the country, seniors and people with disabilities grapple with accessing affordable, high-quality care,” Heinrich said. “This is a struggle that so many families experience, often feeling Read More
LAVNS Kicks Off Daffodils For Hospice Fundraiser
HOPE Pregnancy Center Presents Comedy & Dessert Night Featuring Comedian Kenn Kington
Courtesy/HOPE
HOPE News:
HOPE Pregnancy Center, Inc. will present Chocolate and Chuckles, a comedy and dessert night featuring Kenn Kington Saturday, Feb. 18 at Crossroads Bible Church.
Join HOPE for its 4th Annual Chocolate and Chuckles as they take some time for “Puttin’ on the Ritz!” This 1920s-themed event will feature entertainment provided by comedian Kenn Kington, desserts, an online silent auction, and a special appearance by Derrick Tennant.
“Chocolate and Chuckles is a great opportunity to support HOPE while enjoying entertainment from a family-friendly, award-winning comedian. Read More
NM Legislators Introduce Paid Family & Medical Leave Act
Rep. Christine Chandler
PFML News:
SANTA FE — The Paid Family and Medical Leave Coalition is celebrating today the introduction of the Paid Family and Medical Leave Act (PFMLA) at the 2023 New Mexico Legislature, sponsored by State Sen. Mimi Stewart, Sen. Michael Padilla, Rep. Christine Chandler, Rep. Lisa Serrato and Rep. Patricia Roybal Caballero.
The PFMLA would establish the Paid Family & Medical Leave (PFML) Fund, administered by the New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions (NMDWS). The Fund would be paid for through employee and employer contributions. Individuals who need Read More
