New Mexico Caregivers Invited To Alzheimer’s Association Conference ‘A Better Tomorrow’
Alzheimer’s News:
ALBUQUERQUE — The Alzheimer’s Association, New Mexico Chapter is inviting caregivers across the state to attend its Caregiver Conference, which will be held in-person Dec. 10.
This annual conference is the preeminent event covering the broad spectrum of issues surrounding dementia caregiving. The event is free of charge and provides separate tracks for both Family Caregivers and Professional Caregivers.
“Caregivers for people living with Alzheimer’s and dementia face unique challenges, it can be overwhelming.” Executive Director Tim Sheahan said. “Because Read More
Gruninger: Stretch Los Alamos … What Is Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation?
By JACCI GRUNINGER, MS, C-IAYT
Los Alamos
PNF (proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation) or Facilitated Stretching is a form of assisted stretching used to improve joint mobility and physical performance. PNF involves two different types of stretching – passive stretching and isometric stretching. Passive stretching is when a muscle group (say hamstrings) is moved into a position and you hold the position for a period of time. Isometric stretching is when the muscle contracts (is active) but doesn’t lengthen or shorten.
In PNF stretching, your muscle will be put into a passive Read More
Leonard: Three Tips To Avoid Holiday Weight Gain
By LAURA LEONARD
Doctor of Chiropractic
Los Alamos
It’s that cozy time of the year again. Soft sweaters, aprés ski, hot cocoa, and the crackling sound of logs burning in the fireplace. Thanksgiving and Christmas are rapidly approaching and it’s not Rudolph leading the charge. Let Pinterest be your guide to all things delicious, beautiful and comforting.
With all of this glorious temptation around us … how are we to avoid gaining those extra holiday pounds while still enjoying some comfort food?
Tips To Avoid Holiday Weight Gain:
Hydrate
- Drink half your bodyweight in ounces per day. For every
BeWellnm Announces Bruce Gilbert As New Chief Executive Officer
BEWELLNM News:
ALBUQUERQUE — BeWellnm, the New Mexico Health Insurance Exchange, announces Thursday Bruce Gilbert as its new Chief Executive Officer. BeWellnm board members unanimously voted Gilbert to head the organization and he will start as the organization’s CEO Nov. 14, 2022.
“The beWellnm Board of Directors is thrilled to welcome Bruce Gilbert as the New Mexico Health Insurance Marketplace’s new CEO. His experience managing health insurance exchanges and working with public school systems makes him the ideal candidate to lead beWellnm as our goal is to provide affordable health Read More
On Veterans Day, Remember The Veterans Of COVID
By JODY BENSON
Los Alamos
Thank you for not forgetting the horrors of COVID!
With the decision that SARS-CoV-2 is just an endemic killing only about 500 Americans a day; as we no longer mask while shopping or gathering as friends and family in enclosed spaces despite the onset of the “triple threat” of COVID, flu and RSV, let us not forget the horrible isolation and lost months (and lives) suffered by those living in care facilities.
We need to remember what happened and use that hard-won experience to ensure we’re prepared for the next epidemic. Lest we forget:
On Friday, March 13, the nation shut Read More
Los Alamos County Moves From Green To Red On CDC Map
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released today its weekly update to the COVID-19 community level map. The CDC framework designates community levels based on diagnoses and regional hospitalization levels (link). Masks are recommended for everybody in counties at the highest, red, risk level. Masks are recommended for at-risk individuals in counties at the intermediate, yellow, risk level. Los Alamos County leaped from green to red for the first time since the current CDC framework was introduced. Source: CDC. Map: mapchart.net. Created by Eli Ben-NaimCounty: Curative COVID-19 Testing Closed Until Monday
COUNTY News:
Curative COVID-19 PCR Rapid testing in Los Alamos County is closed today and Friday.
Curative employees indicate that the testing site will reopen Monday, Nov. 14 at the White Rock Town Hall, located at 139 Longview Dr., White Rock.
Testing hours are 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Curative offers Rapid PCR (R-PCR) tests with results available in two to three hours. Visit the Curative website at https://curative.com to schedule an appointment.
For more information regarding testing options for Los Alamos County, visit the County website at www.lacnm.com/covid. Read More
UNM Center For Development & Disability Presents ‘Weaving Colors’ Autism Program Nov. 16
For one-time registration to the series click here. Direct questions to the Autism Programs at 505.272.1852 or 1.800.270.1861 or HSC-AutismPrograms@salud.unm.edu. Courtesy/UNM Read More
Los Alamos County Health Providers Roundtable Today
COUNTY News:
The next Los Alamos County Health Providers Roundtable is scheduled for noon today.
This meeting is open to the public.
Roundtable zoom meetings are noon on the second Thursday of the month:
https://zoom.us/j/99401765781?pwd=NjNMS3FIWGVIcktaSm1KRzdHclcxdz09 Read More
Visual & Hearing Impaired Resources At BESC Wednesday
LARSO News:
Staff from the New Mexico Technology Assistance Program will be on hand 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Betty Ehart Senior Center.
The program provides hands on experiences with resources for those who are hearing or sight impaired.
More information also is available online at https:////www.tap.gcd.state.nm.us/. Read More
Heinrich, Luján Welcome $215,000 To Support Emergency Rural Health Care Services In New Mexico
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) and Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) are welcoming $215,199 in federal investments to support emergency and mental health care services in several rural New Mexico communities.
U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development is awarding a total of $183,700 to Mental Health Resources, Inc. (MHR), in Clovis to purchase laptops, speakers, micro phones, webcams, and training services to support telehealth assistance in Fort Sumner ($76,100), Portales ($47,900), and Tucumcari ($59,700); and $31,499 to the City of Socorro Read More
Veterans To Be Honored At 2022 Southwest Native American Veterans Health & Wellness Symposium Nov. 11
DVS News:
ALBUQUERQUE — To celebrate Veterans Day, Native American veterans and their families are invited to attend the 2022 Southwest Native American Veterans Health & Wellness Symposium Nov. 11 in Albuquerque at the Isleta Resort and Casino at 11000 Broadway SE.
This free symposium is presented by Isleta Pueblo, the Pueblo of Isleta Veterans Association, the new Mexico VA Health Care System, AARP New Mexico, and the New Mexico Department of Veterans Services (DVS).
Doors open at 7:15 a.m. for conference and free raffle registration. Complimentary self-serve pastries, coffee, and Read More
Dr. Cook: What You Need To Know About Diabetes
By GLENDON COOK, MD
Los Alamos Family Care
Los Alamos Medical Center
Diabetes is a chronic health condition that impacts how your body turns food into energy and causes blood sugar levels to rise to abnormally high levels. As the seventh leading cause of death, diabetes is one of the most common – and dangerous – health issues in the U.S. In fact, more than 37 million Americans have diabetes, and one in five of them is unaware they have it.
Three types of diabetes
There are three main types of diabetes: type 1, type 2 and gestational.
Type 1 diabetes results when your body stops producing insulin entirely. Read More
NMVAHCS: PACT Act Town Hall Meeting Nov. 9
Los Alamos COVID-19 Impact: 45 New Cases For Week Ending Nov. 7, 2022
Los Alamos COVID-19 Impact:- 349 tests
- 45 diagnoses (37 in Los Alamos, 8 in White Rock)
- 0 deaths
LANL News Roundup For Week Of Oct. 31, 2022
Science: New effort underway to help revolutionize future of vaccine development:
A new multilaboratory effort funded by the Defense Threat Reduction Agency is underway, creating a machine-learning tool to revolutionize the future of vaccine development, rapidly choosing a suitable vaccine platform for any viral and bacterial pathogen. Read the full article here. Courtesy/LANL
LANL News:
Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) shares a compilation of news stories for the week of Oct. 31, 2022.
People: Los Alamos National Laboratory physicist wins John Wheatley award for Africa outreach: Read More
County Issues Latest COVID-19 Community Newsletter
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County has issued this week’s COVID-19 Community Newsletter.
Inside the Epidemiology Corner, epidemiologist Will Athas reports:
- New variants continue rapid emergence;
- A Rising trend of reported cases in the Los Alamos Co.;
- CDC community level for Los Alamos remains at LOW; and
- LAPS-reported cases suggest a significant undercount in official case data.
Read the full newsletter at https://conta.cc/3FNhKKp. Read More
beWellnm Health Insurance Open Enrollment Now Underway
beWellnm News:
ALBUQUERQUE — Open enrollment for health insurance on beWellnm.com began Friday.
BeWellnm is a marketplace where tens of thousands of New Mexicans can get low-cost or no-cost health insurance. This year many New Mexicans will see lower monthly payments, reduced co-pays, and lower deductibles when they shop and compare health plans on beWellnm.com.
“This year beWellnm, with help from new state and federal financial assistance programs, will provide New Mexicans with better access to more affordable health care than ever before,” beWellnm interim CEO Heather Korbulic said. Read More
Los Alamos Rotary Hosts ‘Purple Polio Glow’ Event To Help Eradicate Crippling Disease
Los Alamos High School Interact Club members, a Rotary youth organization, helps raise funds to eradicate polio during the Halloweekend Pumpkin Glow and Show Oct. 29 at Overlook Park in White Rock. Courtesy/Rotary
LAHS Interact Club members hand out informational brochures during a Purple Polio Glow fundraiser to help Rotary International’s polio eradication efforts during the Halloweekend Pumpkin Glow and Show. Courtesy/Rotary
By LINDA HULL
Vice President
ROTARY Club of Los Alamos
As the community joined together in White Rock Oct. 29 for the Halloweekend Pumpkin Glow and Show Read More
LAPS Offers Tips For Staying Healthy This Winter
As winter approaches, LAPS encourages everyone to take basic precautions to combat the spread of illness. Courtesy/LAPS
LAPS News:
Medical professionals are warning the public that it could be in for a higher incidence of colds and flu illnesses this season. COVID-19 also is a health risk factor as well as RSV among young children and infants.
Los Alamos Public Schools (LAPS) recognizes the concerns of students and families as the winter months approach and encourages everyone to take basic precautions to combat the spread of illness.
“We cannot emphasize enough the importance of hand washing, Read More
