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Updated Fall 2023 Vaccine Summary

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By RICHARD SKOLNIK
White Rock

The US has just authorized the use of another updated COVID vaccine, Novavax. This vaccine is a protein-based, non-mRNA vaccine, and on a different platform than the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines.

In light of this, and our approaching “flu season” and a possible “winter COVID wave,” Katelyn Jetelina and Caitlin Rivers, the authors of two popular public health newsletters, have just updated the summary vaccine chart above, which they first prepared about a month ago. Read More

Domestic Violence Month: Know Red Flags Of An Abuser

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Courtesy/UNAM

LAPD News:

It’s not always easy to tell at the beginning of a relationship if it will become abusive. Many abusers may seem perfect on the surface–as if they are the dream partner. Possessive and controlling behaviors don’t always appear in the early stages of a relationship, but rather emerge gradually as the relationship grows.

The best way to protect yourself from getting into an abusive relationship is by knowing what to look for. If you recognize any of these RED FLAGS, you may be heading down a dangerous road into an abusive situation and you may want to reach out to a therapist Read More

United Church To Host Wellness Conversations For Local Parents, Guardians, Youth And Children Post-Eclipse Oct. 14

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UNITED CHURCH News:

Post-Eclipse this Saturday afternoon, Oct. 14, United Church Minister for Youth Keith Lewis and Director of Children’s Ministries Laura Loving will facilitate an afternoon of sharing concerns and opportunities for mental health, social awareness and support.

Conversations will take place 1-3 p.m. at the United Church at 2525 Canyon Road, and will focus on issues in the community based on what ideas are brought up in the sessions. Possibilities can include teen pressure and academic concerns, the surge of fentanyl use, depression and mental health, along with support Read More

LAPS: October Is Dyslexia Awareness Month

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Dyslexia FAQs

How many people have dyslexia?

We do not really know how many people have dyslexia. Since there has not been a generally accepted definition until recently, estimates have varied widely. The National Institutes of Health have estimated that 15% of the population may have dyslexia.

What causes dyslexia?

Dyslexia is a consequence of the way a person’s brain is organized. Learning to read requires making the association between printed symbols and spoken words and spoken sounds. These associations must become firmly fixed in memory for reading to be fluent. People with dyslexia Read More

Con Alma Health Foundation Seeking Hero Nominations

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CON ALMA News:

SANTA FE — Con Alma Health Foundation asks for health hero nominations of people who have made a significant difference in the health of their community.

This year, Con Alma is accepting nominations in two age categories: adult (age 26 and older) and youth (age 25 and younger). Fill out a brief form here.

Heroes can work in any field, including advocates, volunteers, clinicians, administrators, teachers and policy makers. The strongest candidate is an unsung hero who is passionate about improving health in New Mexico. Con Alma will accept nominations until 5 p.m. Oct. 31.

Con Alma, Read More

SFCC Hosts Covid And Flu Vaccine Clinic Monday Oct. 30

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SFCC News:

SANTA FE — Santa Fe Community College (SFCC) will host a free Covid and flu vaccine clinic, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, Oct. 30.

The shots will be administered in the Jemez Rooms at SFCC main campus, 6401 Richards Ave.

Shots will be provided by Best Buy Drugs, an independent pharmacy in Albuquerque. 

Clinic Recap:

  • Covid and Flu Vaccination Clinic
  • 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 30
  • Jemez Rooms, SFCC, 6401 Richards Ave.
  • 505.428.1000

No preregistration required. Please bring your insurance card. There will be no co-pay for recipients. While an insurance card is preferred, everyone is eligible. No one will Read More

Wildfire Preparedness Is Year-Round: Prescribed Fire Smoke Is In The Air – Be Prepared

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Forest Stewards Guild News:

SANTA FE — Due to the cooler weather conditions and higher moisture, fall is an important time for land managers to complete prescribed fire projects.

Prescribed burning is a fire management tool used to reduce fuel loads and decrease fire behavior in the case of a wildfire – among other benefits. Prescribed fire and associated smoke may lower the chances of a much longer smoke event from wildfire. Still, despite careful planning to conduct prescribed fire in ways that minimize harmful smoke exposure, smoke from prescribed burning does have an impact on air quality

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Los Alamos Medical Center Welcomes Family Medicine Provider Maya Lessen

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Maya Lessen, FNP

LAMC News:

Experienced FNP now accepting new patients at Los Alamos Family Care

Los Alamos Medical Center (LAMC) welcomes Maya Lessen, FNP, and announces that she is now accepting new patients at Los Alamos Family Care.

Lessen is a Certified Family Nurse Practitioner with 20 years of healthcare experience, including five years as an emergency department provider and another five years providing primary care. She specializes in primary care for ages 15 and up, lifestyle medicine, preventive care, geriatrics and acute/chronic health conditions.

Appointments can be made Read More

Rollover Accident Halts Traffic On N.M. 502 Near N.M. 4

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A vehicle flipped over at 9 a.m. today on N.M. 502 near the exit to White Rock. One person was transported to LAMC with injuries. The cause of the accident is under investidation. Photo by Delbert Romero/ladailypost.com

Scene of vehicle flipped over at 9 a.m. today on N.M. 502 near the exit to White Rock. Photo by Delbert Romero/ladailypost.com

COUNTY News:

At 9 a.m. today, a rollover accident occurred on N.M. 502 near the N.M. 4 intersection. One person sustained injuries and has been transported by Los Alamos Fire Department EMTs to Los Alamos Medical Center.

The incident has prompted an immediate Read More

SFNF: Forest Service Partners With Neighbors Helping Neighbors To Distribute Firewood To Local Communities

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SFNF News:

SANTA FE — The Santa Fe National Forest is partnering with the Santa Fe Community Foundation and the United Methodist Committee on Relief/Neighbors Helping Neighbors to provide firewood directly to those impacted by the Hermits Peak and Calf Canyon fires.

An agreement was recently signed that provided $200,000 dollars to support this locally based organization in providing fuelwood to communities. As part of the agreement, hazard trees from the Hermits Peak and Calf Canyon fire areas will be cut and delivered directly to households in Mora and San Miguel Counties.

“The funds from Read More