Blood Drive News:
Los Alamos Battle of the Badges Blood Drive is 11. a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday Aug. 24 and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, Aug. 25 at First Baptist Church, 2200 Diamond Drive.
Go to Vitalant.org/donate and use Blood Drive Code AB174 to sign up, however walk ins are welcome. Read More
By LAURA LEONARD
Doctor of Chiropractic
Los Alamos
The quest for happiness is and has always been a fundamental human aspiration. While the path to happiness is as unique as the individual seeking it, there are some key principles backed up by research, anecdotal stories, parables and life experiences that form the foundation of a fulfilling and joyful life.
Positive Relationships
We are born as social beings. The connections we make with family, friends, partners and pets shape our sense of emotional well-being. Positive relationships offer a safety net of support during life’s Read More
NMED News:
ANGEL FIRE — The New Mexico Environment Department’s (NMED) Drinking Water Bureau confirms that a boil water advisory is required for the Village of Angel Fire.
The Village of Angel Fire was required to issue the advisory Aug. 11, 2023, after E. coli, a bacteria, was detected in water samples collected from the water system’s distribution and Peralta 2 Well.
New Mexico drinking water regulations require the Village of Angel Fire to notify their water system consumers of this finding as soon as practical but no later than 24 hours after the system is notified of the confirmation of Read More
NMDVS News:
SANTA FE — The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has extended the deadline for veterans and survivors applying for PACT Act backdated benefits claims to 9:59 p.m., MST Monday, Aug. 14, 2023.
The PACT Act is the federal law signed by President Joe Biden last year that opens up VA health care for veterans who may be suffering from health issues they believe are linked to service-connected exposure to toxic materials.
Veterans or survivors who apply for PACT Act benefits prior to the deadline extension may, if granted compensation, receive payments backdated to Aug. 10, 2022—when Read More
Cabinet Secretary James Kenney
NMED News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Mewbourne Oil Company has agreed to pay a $5.5 million penalty and to spend at least $4.6 million for projects to ensure 422 of its oil and gas battery pads in New Mexico and Texas comply with state and federal clean air regulations.
These terms are in settlement of claims of unlawful operations alleged in a civil complaint filed today under the federal Clean Air Act and New Mexico state law. Mewbourne’s actions taken pursuant to the deal will eliminate more than 11,000 tons of harmful pollutants from the air each year.
“Good air quality Read More
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Vice President Kamala Harris in front of some of the Baby2Baby Newborn Supply Kits during the announcement of the program. Courtesy/FBPLA
Some of the items included in the Baby2Baby Newborn Supply Kits. Courtesy/FBPLA
FBPLA News:
First Born Program of Los Alamos (FBPLA) announces participation in a collaboration with Baby2Baby and the Department of Health and Human Services.
First Born Home Visitors are distributing newborn kits from Baby2Baby to families in the Los Alamos program. 3 weeks later, families are asked to complete a survey (not a requirement of the pilot but greatly appreciated) Read More
Alzheimer’s News:
The Rock to End Alzheimer’s 2023 fundraiser is shaping up to be an incredible event that promises to bring together music lovers and supporters of a great cause.
Here are a few key points:
The event is set to take place 5-9 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 27 at the Santa Fe Brewing HQ, which promises to be a fantastic venue for the day’s festivities.
Funds raised during the event will go towards supporting two important organizations: the Alzheimer’s Association New Mexico Chapter and the Life Circle Adult Day Center. Both of these organizations provide vital services to those affected Read More
DEA News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will host public listening sessions Sept. 12-13 to receive comments from healthcare practitioners, experts, advocates, patients and other members of the public to inform DEA’s regulations on prescribing controlled substances via telemedicine.
The listening sessions will be held in person and livestreamed with remote participation available.
WHERE: DEA Headquarters, 700 Army Navy Drive Arlington, Va. 22202
Beginning August 7, members of the public wishing to attend in person (space permitting) must register Read More
