New Mexico Fully Expends $1.25 Billion Allocated Through Coronavirus Relief Fund Under 2020 CARES Act
STATE News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Finance and Administration (DFA) has announced the final Coronavirus Relief Fund expenditure report, an allocation under the 2020 CARES Act.
The entire $1.25 billion was distributed across the state with zero dollars reverted back to the U.S. Treasury.
These funds covered costs that were necessary expenditures incurred due to the public health emergency for the period beginning March 1, 2020, through Dec. 30, 2021.
The Coronavirus Relief Fund provided funds to state, territorial, local, and tribal governments to respond directly to Read More
Los Alamos COVID Impact: For Week Ending Oct. 24, 2022
Los Alamos COVID-19 Impact:COVID-19 statistics for the week ending Oct. 24, 2022 impacting Los Alamos County:
- 146 tests
- 28 diagnoses (18 in Los Alamos, 10 in White Rock)
- 0 deaths
Source: New Mexico Department of Health. By Eli Ben-Naim.
Scenes From LAMC’s Community Drive Thru Flu Shot Clinic
Los Alamos Medical Center (LAMC) hosted a Drive Thru Flu Shot Clinic for the community from 8 a.m. to noon today in the parking lot behind the hospital. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Scene from today’s Community Drive Thru Flu Shot Clinic At LAMC. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Scene from today’s Community Drive Thru Flu Shot Clinic At LAMC. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Sign announcing today’s Community Drive Thru Flu Shot Clinic At LAMC. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com Read More
New Mexico Governor Applauds President Biden’s Commitment To National Codification Of Abortion Rights
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham
From the Office of the Governor:
SANTA FE — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham Tuesday issued the following statement on President Joe Biden’s announcement that he will seek to codify abortion rights at the national level in the next Congress:
“Every New Mexican – and every American – has the fundamental right to make their own reproductive health care decisions no matter which state they live in. Following the U.S. Supreme Court’s Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization decision, millions of women have been thrust into a terrifying reality in which they no
Leonard: Lost Purpose? 4 Things To Put You Back On Track
By Laura Leonard
Doctor of Chiropractic
Los Alamos
The Pew Research Center surveyed a large group of American adults on topics related to satisfaction with their lives.
The survey identified four things that were universally chosen by participants as purpose and satisfaction drivers in their lives.
Average life satisfaction was ranked on a scale of 1-10 with the following having top scores across the board:
- Good Health 7.3
- Spouse/Partner 7.2
- Career 7.1
- Friends 7.1
This is no surprise, as we know from research what people who have lived to 100 or older (centenarians) have in common. Longevity Read More
Rotary: End Polio Fundraiser At Halloweekend Oct. 29
By LINDA HULL
Vice President
Rotary Club of Los Alamos
End Polio Now!
Local Rotarians and LAHS Interactors cordially invite the community to a Purple Polio Glow to raise money to eradicate polio.
We will be selling purple glow bracelets, two for $5, at the Halloweekend festivities at Overlook Park in White Rock 4-9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 29.
All proceeds will go directly to Rotary International’s polio eradication fund.
Donations gratefully accepted.
As you enjoy the activities–music, food, games, LAAC Pumpkin Glow, and fireworks—look for our Purple Polio Glow table at the information Read More
LAPD: October Is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month … Know The Red Flags Of An Abuser
Courtesy/LAPD
From LAPD Victim Assistant:
Domestic violence is prevalent in every community, including Los Alamos. One in three women and one in four men in the United States have experienced some form of physical violence by an intimate partner. Fortunately, there are options available to victims of abuse.
What is Domestic Violence?
Domestic violence is a pattern of behavior and coercive control by one person to gain and maintain power over another. It can occur between spouses, intimate partners, family members, and dating relationships, regardless of age, race, gender, education Read More
LAMC Flu Shot Drive Thru Event 8 AM To Noon Saturday
LAMC News:
It’s flu season and Los Alamos Medical Center (LAMC) is ready to support the community. LAMC’s Flu Shot Drive Thru event is 8 a.m. to noon, Saturday, Oct. 22.
Use the Trinity Drive entrance to get to LAMC’s back lot, where RN’s and medical assistants will be ready to answer any questions and distribute flu shots upon your arrival.
Please consider the following:
- You must be 18 years of age to receive the flu shot;
- Ages 65+ can get this shot, the higher dose is preferred for that age group;
- Short sleeves are preferred, so you are ready to receive the dose as you pull up; and
- 4 people per vehicle.
LAPD To Conduct DEA Drug Take Back Day Oct. 29
Courtesy/LAPD
LAPD News:
National Drug Take Back Day is Saturday, Oct. 29, and the Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) will be conducting its biannual DEA Drug Take Back Day.
This event is 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the North parking lot (off Central Avenue) of LAPD.
The following items will not be accepted: Needles/sharps, any liquids or creams, and aerosol/ compressed medications.
For this event, LAPD will have supplies available for people to be able to dispose of their liquids, creams and aerosols onsite. LAPD also will have a sharps container available for anyone to drop off their injectable medications. Read More
Curative Temporarily Moving Testing To UNM-LA Campus
COUNTY News:
Curative will temporarily move its COVID-19 PCR rapid testing site at the White Rock Town Hall to Building 8 on the UNM-LA campus at 4000 University Dr. in Los Alamos.
The move frees up the White Rock space for early voting. Curative will be in its new home beginning Wednesday, Oct. 19 through Wednesday, Nov. 9.
Testing hours are 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday-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 a date and time.
While Curative is not testing in White Rock today, Oct. 18, those Read More
LAMC Invites Community To Trick-Or-Treat Oct. 28
LAMC News:
Los Alamos Medical Center (LAMC) is excited to be back this year, participating in the 2022 Los Alamos Halloweekend on Mainstreet event.
The whole family is invited to begin the spooktacular Halloween weekend with your local community hospital. Many hospital departments will have themed booths and staff passing out candy to all who dare to enter. Department booths will be located throughout the hospital first floor, and outside.
Due to CDC State Guidelines, masks are still requited to enter LAMC. For a non-mask option, there will be booths located on the back lawn of the facility Read More
Los Alamos COVID Impact: For Week Ending Oct. 17, 2022
Los Alamos COVID-19 Impact:COVID-19 statistics for the week ending Oct. 17, 2022 impacting Los Alamos County:
- 128 tests
- 18 diagnoses (15 in Los Alamos, 3 in White Rock)
- 0 deaths
Source: New Mexico Department of Health. By Eli Ben-Naim.
County Weekly COVID-19 Community Newsletter: Oct.17
Courtesy/:LAC
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County issued the weekly COVID-19 Community Newsletter today, Oct.17. Inside the newsletter from William F. Athas’ Epidemiology Corner, the CDC revised its variant profile to show that newly tracked Omicron variants BQ.1, BQ.1.1, and BA.2.75.2 are quickly gaining ground in the US and outcompeting the predominant BA.5.
And while the CDC Community Level for Los Alamos County remains LOW, virus levels roughly doubled in the county’s wastewater as of the end of September, and health authorities believe that there is the potential for another COVID-19 Read More
Gruninger: Rest Pose Of The Month … Reverse Corpse
Reverse Corpse Pose. Courtesy/Jacci Gruninger
By JACCI GRUNINGER, MS, C-IAYT
Los Alamos
Last week I discussed the cognitive brain function benefits from restorative yoga. Today, let me introduce to you one of my favorite restorative poses – Reverse Corpse Pose. Belly down poses are often considered mind, body and breath quieting poses. This one is no exception.
In this belly down position (prone position) there is gentle pressure against your internal organs. Many disciplines of yoga believe this is like giving your organs a massage. While the belly is compressed, the large muscles Read More
Canceled: Today’s COVID Bivalent Omicron Booster Clinic!
COUNTY News:
Due to extenuating circumstances, Premiere Medical Group (PMG) is canceling the COVID-19 bivalent Omicron booster clinic scheduled for today, Oct. 17, at the First Baptist Church.
Officials with PMG apologize for the inconvenience and indicate that they are working with Los Alamos County to reschedule.
Individuals wishing to find other clinics and pharmacies offering Pfizer and Moderna boosters are advised to visit the NMDOH vaccine webpage or visit Smith’s vaccine website.
For those requiring assistance, contact NMDOH, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. any day of the week at 1.855.600.3453. Read More
LAMC Staff Highlight Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Los Alamos Medical Center staff gather outside the hospital Thursday to shine a light on national Breast Cancer Awareness month. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com Read More
LAMC Hosts Community Drive Thru Flu Shot Clinic Oct. 22
COVID-19 Omicron Booster Clinic For Ages 12+ Monday
Courtesy image
COUNTY News:
Premier Medical Group (PMG) is holding another COVID-19 bivalent Omicron booster clinic in conjunction with Los Alamos County 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday, Oct. 17 at First Baptist Church, 2200 Diamond Dr.
PMG will administer both the Pfizer Omicron booster to eligible individuals 12+ years and the Moderna Omicron booster for eligible individuals 18+ years. Since the Oct. 7 vaccine clinic, PMG is now authorized to administer the Pfizer booster to individuals under 18.
Insurance and identification are not required. While PMG prefers individuals schedule an appointment Read More
Cazaux: Take A Stand Against Breast Cancer
LAMC Medical Imaging Director Susan Cazaux with the hospital’s GE Senographe Pristina 3D mammography machine. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
By SUSAN CAZAUX
Director of Medical Imaging
At Los Alamos Medical Center (LAMC) we take a stand against breast cancer! We want all of the women in our communities – our mothers, grandmothers, daughters, sisters, aunts, and friends – to know their risk, to recognize the signs and symptoms, and to understand the importance of self-checks and early detection.
Throughout October, LAMC will join hundreds of other businesses, organizations, Read More
DVS Produces Video Highlighting Forgotten Heroes Funeral
DVS News:
The New Mexico Department of Veterans Services (DVS) has produced a video highlighting the Sept. 29 Forgotten Heroes Funeral, where 29 unclaimed deceased veterans were laid to rest with military honors.
Click on the link to watch the video, which has been posted on the DVS website. Learn how and why veterans, who upon death go unclaimed by family or friends, are provided this “final salute”.
DVS also videotaped the Oct. 6 PACT Act Town Hall Meeting at the National Hispanic Cultural Center in Albuquerque. Veterans attending in-person, and tuning in online, learned more about a just-passed Read More
