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New Mexico Seeks Share Of $50 Billion Federal Program To Expand Health Care Access In Rural Communities

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HCA News:

SANTA FE – New Mexico has submitted a plan to the federal government requesting $1 billion in funding over five years to expand the health care access in rural communities through workforce development, technology and community programs.

The New Mexico Health Care Authority (HCA) sent its Rural Health Transformation Plan to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services outlining five strategic initiatives to strengthen care in underserved areas. The federal program will distribute $10 billion annually over five years to approved states.

New Mexico could receive funding Read More

New Mexico Health Care Authority & Administrative Office Of The Courts To Meet Under Behavioral Health Reform And Investment Act Nov. 12

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NMSC News:

The New Mexico Health Care Authority and the Administrative Office of the Courts announce the fourth meeting of the Executive Committee established under the Behavioral Health Reform and Investment Act (Senate Bill 3) at 9 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 12.

The Committee continues to shape the structure, cadence, and regional implementation of this landmark legislation, bringing together all three branches of government and community stakeholders to transform behavioral health services statewide. Public participation is encouraged as we work together to build a stronger, more Read More

Charity Chair Yoga Class Honoring Veterans Nov. 10

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Scene from a Chair Yoga Class at the Betty Ehart Senior Activity Center. Courtesy/BESAC

COMMUNITY News:

The Betty Ehart Senior Activity Center in Los Alamos will host a special Charity Chair Yoga Class from 2:45–3:30 p.m., Monday, Nov. 10, in recognition of the service and sacrifices of U.S. Veterans. 

This community event will raise funds for the Veterans’ Yoga Project, a national nonprofit that supports veterans and their families through yoga, mindfulness, and resilience training. Donations are appreciated, but all are welcome regardless of ability to contribute.

Yoga has long supported Read More

Partridge: Thank You Los Alamos For Supporting The Fight Against Breast Cancer

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By NANCY PARTRIDGE
Los Alamos

I would like to thank the Los Alamos community for your support for the fight against Breast Cancer this year.

This is my 25th year raising funds for breast cancer research and treatment, and this year the community came out in force for multiple fundraising events such as the Yard Sale for Breast Cancer, the Concert for Breast Cancer, and Kick for the Cure.

In early June, numerous individuals donated toys, kitchen items, furniture, electronics, bedding, and clothing to be re-sold to raise funds. Additionally, many people shopped at the Yard Sale for Breast Cancer Read More

NMDOH: Public Health Offices To Close For Veterans Day

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NMDOH News:

SANTA FE — State public health offices and administrative offices will be closed Tuesday, Nov. 11 in observance of Veterans Day to celebrate and remember all who have served in the military, both in wartime and peacetime.

All New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) offices will reopen as regularly scheduled Wednesday, Nov. 12. 

The NMDOH Helpline, 1-833-SWNURSE (1.833.796.8773) will be available during regular business hours, 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., on Veterans Day. The Helpline is staffed by nurses for health questions, health care connections and provider support. Read More

Unsung Heroes: Nearly 12 Million Alzheimer’s Caregivers

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HEALTHCARE News:

An estimated 3.5% of the U.S. population – more than 11.9 million people – is currently serving as volunteer, unpaid caregivers for their 7.4 million loved ones living with Alzheimer’s disease. This veritable army of spouses, children, siblings, grandchildren, friends and neighbors is giving its time – and often its own money – to care for loved ones living with Alzheimer’s, the last major disease without a prevention or cure.

November is a special month to honor this unique, dedicated group of people. Originally designated as National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month Read More

Op-Ed: New Mexico Needs Common-Sense Malpractice Reform

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By Robert McAtee, MD & Elena McAtee, MD

We write to encourage you to urgently ask your State Representative and Senator to pass medical malpractice reform in the next legislative session.

I am an Emergency Medicine Physician in Española and my wife is a Family Medicine Physician here in Los Alamos. We love New Mexico, but we can no longer ignore how our state’s malpractice environment is driving doctors away and making it harder for patients to get timely care.

The numbers are stark. Independent analyses by Think New Mexico demonstrate that New Mexico has one malpractice lawsuit for roughly Read More

New Mexico Environment Department Monitoring Air Quality Following Refinery Fire In Artesia

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NMED News:

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) is monitoring air quality in Artesia following a fire and explosion Friday morning at the HF Sinclair Navajo Refinery.

According to the Artesia Police Department, the fire has been extinguished, and all city and county emergency services have cleared the area. The cause of the explosion remains under investigation.

“We’re working closely with local and state partners to see how this fire might affect air quality,” said Cindy Hollenberg, chief of the NMED Air Quality Bureau. “State teams are on the way to Artesia to take Read More

New Mexico Environment Department & NMDOH Offer Free Domestic Well Water Tests In Las Cruces

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NMED News:

DOÑA ANA COUNTY – The New Mexico Environment Department and the New Mexico Department of Health will host a free domestic well water testing event in Las Cruces on Saturday, Nov. 8.

Testing will be available from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Las Cruces at NMSU Ag Day, located at 1780 E. University Ave.

Well water tests typically cost about $150 but will be free to the first 100 participants or while supplies last. Participants must bring their water sample to the event for it to be tested. Test results will be mailed to the households following the event within two to three weeks.

“Private well owners Read More