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New Mexico Extends Indoor Masks To At Least Oct. 15

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From the Office of the Governor:

SANTA FE – The statewide requirement that face masks be worn in all indoor public spaces, with only limited exceptions and regardless of vaccination status, will be extended, the Office of Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced Wednesday.

Gov. Lujan Grisham authorized the reimplementation of the mask requirement last month in an effort to stem the state’s rising tide of COVID-19 infections and hospitalizations. 

The reimplemented facemask requirement has contributed to reducing viral transmission in the state over the last month; the state’s 7-day average Read More

Chart 507: COVID-19 Update New Mexico Sept. 15

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This scatter plot shows the average daily number of COVID-19 related hospitalizations per 100,000 people versus the percentage of the eligible population who completed their vaccination series by county. Los Alamos and the statewide average are highlighted in red. Los Alamos is the only county in the state with a hospitalization rate equal to zero. Sources: New York Times and New Mexico Department of Health. Created by Eli Ben-Naim
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New Mexico COVID-19 Sept. 14 Update: 749 New Cases, Totaling 242,399 With 12 New Deaths And 210,738 Recovered

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STATE News:

SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials announced 749 additional COVID-19 cases today in New Mexico.

Los Alamos County reports zero new cases today so the total remains at 635 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 12 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19.

Per the state Department of Health, the most recent cases are:

  • 215 new cases in Bernalillo County
  • 13 new cases in Chaves County
  • 9 new cases in Cibola County
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NMDOH: $63M Grant To Help Schools Fund COVID Testing

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NMDOH Acting Secretary David R. Scrase, M.D.

NMDOH News:

…Districts may use money for any testing-related activities

SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) has begun distributing a federal grant to provide funds and direct assistance to help New Mexico schools pay for and execute mandated COVID-testing programs.

The award from the national Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Epidemiology and Laboratory Capacity Funding program is for use in this fiscal year to help schools meet  surveillance testing requirements and keep students and staff in schools. Read More

Mobile Vaccination Events For Week Ending Sept. 18

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NMPED News:

SANTA FE — Two Mobile Vaccination School Events are scheduled for the week ending Sept. 18.

Anyone can get a COVID-19 vaccine at these events, although the focus is on eligible students. Those under age 18 need to provide a signed consent form, but parents do not have to be present for student vaccination.

Schools may request an on-site vaccination event through this Department of Health webform. Schools should have at least 25 eligible people, who can include family and community members. 

Monday Sept. 13

Time          Location Address   City         Vaccine
3-5 p.m. NM School for
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NMDOH: Reports Of Severe Illness In New Mexico Associated With Use Of Products Containing Ivermectin To Prevent Or Treat COVID-19

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NMDOH News:
SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Health, (NMDOH) in collaboration with the New Mexico Poison and Drug Information Center, is monitoring cases of ivermectin toxicity among persons attempting to treat COVID-19.
NMDOH is asking all health care providers to report ivermectin toxicity cases effective today. In addition, all deaths related to ivermectin fall under the statutory requirement to report to the Office of the Medical Investigator.
Ivermectin is a U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved prescription medication used to treat certain infections caused
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New Mexico COVID-19 Sept. 10 Update: 885 New Cases, Totaling 239,886 With 20 New Deaths And 207,608 Recovered

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STATE News:

SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials announced 885 additional COVID-19 cases today in New Mexico.

Los Alamos County reports 2 new cases today bringing the total to 632 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 20 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19.

Per the state Department of Health, the most recent cases are:

  • 160 new cases in Bernalillo County
  • 70 new cases in Chaves County
  • 7 new cases in Cibola County
  • 23 new
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New Mexico Governor And State Agencies Recognize National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

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STATE News:

SANTA FE – Today, on World Suicide Prevention Day, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham encourages New Mexicans to monitor their mental well-being and be on the lookout for signs of mental distress in loved ones.

“I want every New Mexican who is facing a crisis to know you are not alone, and that needing help is nothing to be ashamed of,” Gov. Lujan Grisham said. “You are loved, you are light, you are worth the effort. It is essential that we all recognize and appreciate the hurt and pain being carried by those around us. And it’s essential that we tend to our own emotional well-being and build support Read More