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New Mexico Health Dept. End Of $100 Vaccine Incentive

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NMDOH News:
  • New Mexicans vaccinated between Aug. 2-31 are eligible, but must register by Sept. 10
SANTA FE – Throughout the month of August, the New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) is running a second round of the $100 COVID-19 vaccine incentive program Stay Ahead New Mexico.
New Mexicans who receive a first or second dose of Pfizer or Moderna – or a first-and-only dose of J&J – between Aug. 2-31 will be eligible. To receive the incentive, New Mexicans must register at vaccineNM.org by 5 p.m. Friday, Sept. 10. 
New Mexicans are not required to schedule their vaccine
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Gruninger: Take On The Warrior Poses

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Warrior three pose. Courtesy photo

By JACCI GRUNINGER
MS, C-IAYT, ERYT500

There are many variations of the warrior poses in yoga but the main three are: Pars*va Vir*a*bha*drasana – Side Warrior; Vir*a*bha*drasana – Warrior and Vir*a*bha*drasana 3 – Balancing Warrior. The nice thing about all these poses is that everyone can be modified to suit your experience and ability in practice. You can even do all three of them with or on a chair.

These poses are great for strengthening the legs (especially the muscles around the knees), arms and core, as well as the ability to stay focused. Before diving Read More

Skolnik: Childhood Vaccines – A Best Buy In Global Health

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By RICHARD SKOLNIK
Los Alamos

This is adapted with permission from Jones and Bartlett Learning from: Childhood Vaccines – A Best Buy in Global Health, available at this link.

The Evolution of Global Childhood Vaccine Programs

Stopping the COVID-19 pandemic will require widespread vaccination globally, including among children. It is important, therefore, to understand the evolution of global childhood vaccine programs.

The first major program for childhood vaccines globally was the Expanded Program on Immunization, (EPI), established in 1974. UNICEF played a major role in this program, Read More

New Mexico COVID-19 Update Aug. 13: 798 New Cases, Totaling 218,569 With 5 New Deaths And 198,398 Recovered  

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STATE News:

SANTA FE — New Mexico state health officials announced 798 additional COVID-19 cases Friday.

Los Alamos County reports 2 new cases bringing the total to 582 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 5 new deaths Friday in New Mexico related to COVID-19.

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

  • 197 new cases in Bernalillo County
  • 53 new cases in Chaves County
  • 7 new cases in Cibola County
  • 7 new cases in Colfax
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New Mexico Vaccination Events For Week Ending Aug. 21

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 NMPED News:

SANTA FE — COVID-19 vaccines are available at 19 Mobile Vaccination School Events for the week ending Aug. 21.

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. 

Mobile Vaccination School Event locations for the week ending Aug. 21: Read More

New Mexico Health Dept.: Plans Forthcoming For Third COVID Shots Among Immunocompromised Populations

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DOH Deputy Secretary Dr. Laura Parajon

DOH News:

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Health (DOH) on Friday acknowledged the ongoing federal FDA and CDC review process surrounding potential third COVID-19 doses for some immunocompromised populations.

Thursday, the FDA voted to approve third shots for some immunocompromised populations, and Friday, the CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices was meeting to review the issues.

“DOH is looking ahead to the likely possibility that the federal government will approve third shots for some groups of immunocompromised people. Read More

American Federation Of Teachers New Mexico Reiterates Support For Science-Based Decisions For School Safety

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AFT News:

ALBUQUERQUE — AFT New Mexico President Whitney Holland, AFT New Mexico Executive Vice President Kathy Chavez, and Albuquerque Teachers Federation President Dr. Ellen Bernstein released the following statement:

“We, like all New Mexicans, are deeply troubled by the drastic number of new COVID-19 infections throughout the communities we serve. With the Delta Variant firmly taking hold in certain parts of our state, New Mexico’s public school educators must reaffirm their commitment to advocating for science-based, safety-focused decision-making for the safety of our students Read More

State Reminds Public: Faking Vax Cards Is A Crime

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DPS News:

SANTA FE — The state of New Mexico is reminding the public that it is a crime to falsify or fraudulently use a CDC vaccination card because it puts the health and safety of others at great risk, including children who are too young to be vaccinated.

As the Delta variant of the novel coronavirus surges nationally, a cottage industry has developed to provide fake vaccination cards, which some unscrupulous individuals who refuse to be vaccinated are using to avoid face mask requirements or other COVID safety protocols.

“This national trend of providing imitation vaccination cards is dangerous, Read More

Morning Glory Closes For Approximately 10 Days To Make Sure All Staff Test Negative For COVID-19

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Morning Glory News:

Morning Glory announced today that it will be closed for approximately 10 days starting today, Aug 13.

They are taking this precaution to make sure all staff test negative for COVID-19. Also to update staff training on maintaining a COVID-free environment to ensure customer safety.

“We apologize in advance for any inconvenience this may cause you.” –Morning Glory  Read More