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Legal Resources For Elderly Workshops Sept. 27, Oct. 6

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SBNM News:

ALBUQUERQUE — The Legal Resources for the Elderly Program has one in-person workshop scheduled for Oct. 6 in addition to a virtual webinar held Sept. 20 and another scheduled for Sept. 27.

The Sept. 27 webinar will cover information regarding Powers of Attorney, including the Financial Power of Attorney and Advance Health Care Directives. Topics discussed will include things to consider when picking an agent, what powers to grant an agent, how to revoke a Power of Attorney document and the possible consequences of not having one in place in a time of need. This workshop is 11 a.m. MT Read More

Heinrich Opens MilCon, VA Appropriations Subcommittee Hearing On Modernizing Veterans Electronic Health Records

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From the Office of U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich:

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Chair of the Appropriations Subcommittee on Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies opened a hearing Wednesday to receive an update on the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs’ (VA) efforts around Electronic Health Record Modernization.

VIDEO: Chair Heinrich Opens MilCon, VA Appropriations Subcommittee Hearing [HD DOWNLOAD LINK HERE]

Witnesses appearing in today’s hearing include:

Panel I:

  • Donald M. Remy, Deputy Secretary for VA;
  • Shereef Elnahal, MD, Under
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AG Balderas Investigating Complaints On Huggies Brand Diapers; Requests Information From Public

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Attorney General Hector Balderas

From the Office of the Attorney General:

ALBUQUERQUE — New Mexico Attorney General Hector Balderas is investigating allegations that Huggies brand diapers are causing serious negative skin reactions on children wearing the diapers. 

Reports indicate that reactions can range from mild irritation to serious medical conditions. 

To assist in the investigation, the Attorney General is seeking information from New Mexicans about any reactions their children have experienced while using Huggies products.  

“I am deeply concerned that infants and toddlers Read More

State Shares Guidance For Older Adults To Commemorate Adult Falls Prevention Week Sept. 18-24  

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DOH News: 

  • State Reminds Seniors One Fall Can Be Detrimentally Life-changing

SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Health (DOH) and Aging and Long-Term Services Department (ALTSD) join thousands of community-based organizations nationwide for Falls Prevention Awareness Week, Sept. 18-24 to provide prevention tools.

“One fall can change your life, particularly if you’re an older adult because, one fall can increase risk of hospitalization in older adults by 25 percent,” said David R. Scrase, M.D., acting DOH secretary. “Prevention efforts are key to maintaining quality of life Read More

Ribbon Is Officially Cut On Grand Re-Opening Of Mullein Leaf Massage & Wellness Institute On Trinity Drive!

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Owner Michelle Wilde cuts the ribbon this afternoon at the Grand Re-Opening of her business, Mullein Leaf Massage & Wellness Institute at 3250 Trinity Ave. Celebrating the event from left, Chamber Member Services Manager Sam McRae, Small Business Development Center Director Sandy Jones, Massage Therapist Becky Hill, Massage Therapist and Foot Reflexologist Rebecca Harkey and Chamber Director Ryn Herrmann. Photo by Bonnie Gordon/ladailypost.com Read More

What Is Food Insecurity & How Do We Overcome It?

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By DEBRA TOUSLEY
Dietitian
Los Alamos Medical Center

Food insecurity is having a lack of regular access to healthy and nutritious food that is necessary for normal growth and development. In 2020, an estimated one in eight Americans were food insecure, equating to over 38 million Americans, including almost 12 million children.

Due to the widespread economic crisis caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, food insecurity has increased drastically in America over recent years, leaving unemployed, furloughed and reduced-time workers struggling to put food on the table.

Although many people may Read More

NMU Health Sciences: Project ECHO Launches Program To Meet Needs Of Growing Geriatric Population

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NMU Health Sciences News:

New Mexico’s fastest-growing population is a graying one: nearly 19 percent of residents are 65 years or older, according to the U.S. Census.

That’s why Project ECHO is launching a new program to equip the state’s primary care providers with best practices for this age group. Every two weeks, New Mexican clinicians are invited to attend a free, virtual telementoring session, to learn from experts in the field of geriatrics.

“Everyone has a grandparent or older person in their life, and everyone is going to age. It’s important that we provide the highest-quality care Read More