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C’YA Closing In On Goal To Recognize NAMBE Drugs

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Champions of Youth Ambitions (C’YA) is $142 from its goal of $1,000 to recognize NAMBE Drugs for administering more than 13,000 vaccinations in Los Alamos. The funds will be used to purchase a stone paver from the American Pharmacy Association Foundation to be placed in the COVID-19 Heroes garden overlooking the National Mall in Washington, D.C. This will be the last week that donations are accepted for the goal. They can be mailed to PO Box 4741 White Rock, NM 87547. Call or text questions to 505.695.9139. Courtesy image
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Luján Targets Social Media Health Misinformation In New Senate Bill

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By Michael McDevitt
Las Cruces Sun
July 31, 2021

In response to falsehoods and hoaxes, which have flooded the internet during the pandemic, U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján is cosponsoring legislation that would remove legal protections for social media companies, which refuse to alter their algorithms to stem or suppress the spread of health misinformation during public health emergencies.

The bill, called the Health Misinformation Act of 2021 and introduced July 22 by Democratic Minnesota Sen. Amy Klobuchar, is meant to target the proliferation of public health misinformation on platforms like Read More

Officials Celebrate 56th Anniversary Of Medicare & Medicaid

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HHS News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Administrator Chiquita Brooks-LaSure released the following statements Friday celebrating the 56th anniversary of Medicare and Medicaid July 30, 2021:

“For decades, Medicare and Medicaid have been a lifeline and a steady foundation for our seniors, children, women, families, people with disabilities, and at every stage in life,” HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra said. “Nearly 140 million Americans have health insurance coverage Read More

Next 4 Winners Of Vax 2 The Max Sweepstakes Announced

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NMDOH News:

SANTA FE — The state of New Mexico confirmed the next four prize winners in the Vax 2 the Max Sweepstakes, a $10 million cash sweepstakes funded by federal stimulus and intended to incentivize COVID-19 vaccinations.

Four vaccinated New Mexicans — one from each public health region of the state — are each confirmed winners of $250,000, as drawn at random by the New Mexico Lottery.

The confirmed winners of the Friday, July 23 drawing are: 

  • Northeast Region: Trinnie Martinez, Espanola, Rio Arriba County
  • Northwest Region: Roslyn Pursley, Albuquerque, Bernalillo County
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Chart 481 COVID-19 Update: New Mexico July 30

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This scatter plot shows the average number of daily diagnoses per 100,000 people versus the percentage of the population receiving at least one vaccine dose. Shown are all New Mexico counties except Hidalgo (diagnoses @ 75, vaccinations @ 47 percent). The line represents a linear fit to the data. Source: covidactnow.org. Created by Eli Ben-Naim Read More

Ensuring Loved Ones With Alzheimer’s Have Safe Summer

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AA News:

According to the Alzheimer’s Association, it’s estimated that more than 6 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s in 2021.

That means that nearly 6 million Americans are battling the daily effects of Alzheimer’s in these hot summer months. 

Lisa Skinner, behavioral expert in the field of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, highlights the unique effects that hot summertime weather can have on a person battling Alzheimer’s:

“Older adults, and particularly individuals who suffer from Azheimer’s disease and dementia are at a much higher risk during hot weather than Read More

New Mexico COVID-19 Update July 27: 242 New Cases, Totaling 209,356 With 2 New Deaths And 196,698 Recovered

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STATE News:

SANTA FE — New Mexico state health officials announced 242 additional COVID-19 cases today.

Los Alamos County reports zero new cases so the total remains at 548 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 2 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19.

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

  • 69 new cases in Bernalillo County
  • 9 new cases in Chaves County
  • 1 new case in Cibola County
  • 5 new cases in Colfax County
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NMPED: Latest COVID-19 Response Toolkit For Schools

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NMPED News:

As students prepare to return to school, the New Mexico Public Education Department (NMPED) shares COVID-safe practices in effect and outlined in the updated NMPED Toolkit.

HERE’S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

Everyone in elementary schools regardless of vaccination status are required to wear a mask while:

  • in a school building;
  • on school transportation; and
  • or at an indoor school-sponsored event.

Secondary school students, staff and volunteers who are fully vaccinated and provide documentation of full vaccination are not required to wear masks.

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New Mexico COVID-19 Update July 24-26: 632 New Cases, Totaling 209,118 With 3 New Deaths And 196,641 Recovered

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STATE News:

SANTA FE — New Mexico state health officials announced 632 additional COVID-19 cases between Saturday and today.

Los Alamos County reports one new case bringing the total to 547 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 3 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19.

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

  • 232 new cases in Bernalillo County
  • 21 new cases in Chaves County
  • 2 new cases in Cibola County
  • 1
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