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New Mexico Caregivers Invited To Alzheimer’s Association Conference ‘A Better Tomorrow’

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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?

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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

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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
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BeWellnm Announces Bruce Gilbert As New Chief Executive Officer

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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

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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

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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-Naim
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County: Curative COVID-19 Testing Closed Until Monday

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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

Visual & Hearing Impaired Resources At BESC Wednesday

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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