By LAURA LEONARD
Doctor of Chiropractic
Los Alamos
The practice of mindful self-compassion, coined by Dr. Kristin Neff and Dr. Chris Germer, is an important tool that we can teach our children and add to our mental health toolbox.
Research on mindful self-compassion indicates that it is an important way to reduce anxiety and depression while at the same time improve our sense of self-worth. This practice is especially important if you are prone to perfectionism or were raised in a critical household.
I also personally feel that every child would benefit immensely from learning how to practice Read More
By JACCI GRUNINGER MS, C-IAYT, ERYT500
Los Alamos
“Winter is a subtle nudge to remind us to reflect on our lives. Though we are surrounded by the chill in the air, it is also an exercise in cleansing. With each snowfall, we are given a clean slate with the innocence and beauty the white powder brings.” –Mark A. Leon
In my last column, I suggested taking some time to think about YOUR 2021. Today, I want you to jump forward to 2022 and before it actually arrives, consider your hopes, dreams and desires for the new year. What will make it YOUR best year? And, of course, I have a suggestion.
Choose a WORD to take Read More
STATE News:
SANTA FE — New Mexico state health officials announced 1,371 new COVID-19 cases today, Dec. 29.
Los Alamos County reported 2 new cases, bringing the total to 1,013 people who have tested positive for COVID-19. (County totals are subject to change upon further investigation and determination of residency of individuals positive for COVID-19.)
This update includes 33 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19 and a 7-Day positivity rate of 11.9 percent.
Per the state Department of Health, the most recent cases are:
NMDOH News:
SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) announced today that it plans to adopt new federal guidance surrounding isolation and quarantine for COVID-19.
The state is updating its contact tracing protocols and other key processes and will announce a more specific implementation timeline in the near future.
Background
Monday, Dec. 27, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) reduced its recommended COVID guidelines for isolation (following a positive COVID test) and quarantine (following exposure) from 10 days to five days. Isolation and quarantine are critical tools Read More
Y News:
The Family YMCA is hosting a free Les Mills community launch party workout from 10:30 am-noon on New Year’s Day, Saturday, January 1, in the Y’s gymnasium, 1450 Iris Street. The workout is free to everyone, and no experience is required.
The Y is closed except for this “launch” party workout featuring the Les Mills Body Combat Release 89. People may join the party by entering through the gym’s backdoor entrance.
The BodyCombat workout is an energy-packed mix of martial arts moves that is geared toward increasing fitness, speed and strength, and helping participants feel fierce and empowered. Read More
NMDOH News:
SANTA FE — New Mexico state health officials announced 799 new COVID-19 cases Tuesday, Dec. 27.
Los Alamos County reported zero new cases, so the total remains 1,011 people who have tested positive for COVID-19. (County totals are subject to change upon further investigation and determination of residency of individuals positive for COVID-19.)
This update includes 22 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19 and a 7-Day positivity rate of 11.2 percent.
Per the state Department of Health, the most recent cases are:
STATE News:
New Mexico Together for Healthcare Tuesday applauded the Office of the Superintendent of Insurance for issuing final medical debt rules that reflect patient and advocate requests to strengthen the draft rules to better protect low-income patients.
The medical debt rules took effect Tuesday and were issued to implement the Patients’ Debt Collection Protection Act (PDCPA), which NMT4HC and its community leaders supported and was signed into law earlier this year.
The PDCPA prohibits medical providers and hospitals from suing low-income patients (patients at or below 200 percent Read More
SANTA FE — New Mexico state health officials announced 3,039 new COVID-19 cases between Friday, Dec. 24 and Monday, Dec. 27.
Los Alamos County reported 8 new cases, bringing the total to 1,011 people who have tested positive for COVID-19. (County totals are subject to change upon further investigation and determination of residency of individuals positive for COVID-19.)
This update includes 29 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19 and a 7-Day positivity rate of 10.0 percent.
Per the state Department of Health, the combined cases for Friday, Dec. 24, Saturday, Dec. 25, Sunday,
This chart shows the 14-day average number of COVID-19 diagnoses versus date nationwide, statewide, and countywide. Sources: New York Times and New Mexico Department of Health. Created by Eli Ben-Naim Read More