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DOH Unveils Enhanced Vaccine Registration Website

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DOH News:

…State also will launch a vaccine call center in the coming days

…Site allows New Mexicans to complete personal profiles with health conditions, receive notice when vaccine is available

SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Health (DOH) announced today that New Mexico’s vaccination website – vaccinenm.org – now enables users to complete comprehensive personal profiles.

These profiles – which include personal medical conditions and employment information, along with other key data – allow the state to notify New Mexicans when Read More

Environment Department COVID-19 Watchlist: Jan. 3

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NMED News:

The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) has updated its daily Rapid Response COVID-19 Watchlist, which includes New Mexico places of employment that have had two or more rapid responses in the last 14 days.

There are 79 establishments on the Watchlist.

The current Rapid Response COVID-19 Watchlist and closure list, which includes all establishments that have been required to close, are posted here.

The state initiates a rapid response when it learns of a positive COVID-19 case in a workplace. The state agency initiating the rapid response will offer direction to establishments Read More

New Mexico Mental Health Message: You Are Not Alone

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Check out this video to hear from others sharing that you are not alone. Courtesy/DHS

New Mexico Human Services Dept. News:

Many people are experiencing a variety of mental health concerns during these times:

  • Depression;
  • Anxiety;
  • Stress;
  • Substance Use;
  • Loneliness…

There is a path to wellness. Sometimes it helps to have someone to talk to about these distresses, someone to listen, someone who makes you feel heard.

If you need to talk, professional counselors are here to hear you and offer real help on the New Mexico Crisis and Access Line 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

For help, Read More

Chambers: Hope Prevails Despite Quarantine Fatigue

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By PEGGY CHAMBERS
Resident
Aspen Ridge Lodge

 Dear Family and Friends:

I’m sorry I’m late. My heart has not been in this. It isn’t that I’m not thinking of you, because I am. So many of you have sent cards and pictures. There’s a stack of envelopes to the right of my keyboard and a basket full of your lovely cards next to that. From the first to the last, they have brightened my days, and I thank you.

It’s just that this past year has just been so grim and dismal. I watch the news and wonder what can happen next. I’ve just wanted it over with. Well, now at last it is. ​Happy New Year!

I started another letter. It was Read More

New Mexico COVID-19 Update: 1,033 New Cases, Total Now 146,394 With 17 New Deaths And 68,876 Patients Recovered

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STATE News:

SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials announced this afternoon 1,033 additional positive tests for COVID-19.

Los Alamos County reports 1 more case today … the total is now 299 people who have tested positive for COVID-19.

Today’s update includes 17 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19.

The New Mexico Department of Health reports today the most recent cases:

  • 345 new cases in Bernalillo County
  • 30 new cases in Chaves County
  • 3 new cases in Cibola County
  • 2 new cases in Colfax County
  • 17 new cases in Curry County
  • 1 new case in De Baca County
  • 131 new cases in Doña Ana County
  • 55 new cases
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Shin: Annual New Years Update

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By LISA SHIN, O.D.
Los Alamos

Dear Friends:

2020 was the year that an invisible virus wrecked complete havoc on our lives and our country! Amid chaos, sickness, and death, we have seen the strength, kindness, and resilience of our own community. Due to nationwide and local lockdowns, there have been longer wait times than usual and significant delays in orders. I am grateful for your support, patience, and understanding during this unprecedented time.  Following COVID-19 guidelines, we were able to take care of many eye care needs this past year.

Being forced to slow down and operate with limited Read More

Chart 295: COVID-19 In New Mexico Jan. 3, 2021

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The bars in this chart show the percentages of the population that have received a COVID-19 vaccination in each state. New Mexico and its five surrounding states are highlighted. So far, 4.2 million doses have been administered nationwide, including 42,000 in New Mexico. Source: New York Times. Created by Eli Ben-Naim
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Skolnik: No, Mr. Rich – Low Cost Healthcare Does Not Lead To Lower Life Expectancy

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By RICHARD SKOLNIK
Los Alamos

I write in response to the Mick Rich article published Jan. 1, “Rich: New Mexico From Bottom 10 To Top 10 In 10 Years.” (link)

All of us share Mr. Rich’s desire to see New Mexico improve its standing in health, education, and the economy. However, Mr. Rich’s suggestions about healthcare are certainly not a path for moving forward. Mr. Rich’s article noted:

“New Mexicans who enjoy nearly free healthcare have the lowest life expectancy. Yet our leaders want to expand free healthcare, to lower life expectancy for more people.” 

Such comments reflect a profound ignorance Read More

Bloser: Why Are Support Groups For Parents Of Gifted Children Necessary?

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Mary Beth Bloser is a SENG Model Parent Support Group trained facilitator. She is co-facilitating a virtual SENG Model Parent Support Group 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays starting Jan. 26. Courtesy photo

By Mary Beth Bloser, MSSW, BCC, LLC
Life, Health, & Wellness Coaching 
Los Alamos

There are many myths about gifted children. Probably the most prevalent is that gifted children are at an advantage academically, are more likely to succeed in school and in life, and therefore are easier to parent.

Before I became the parent of a gifted child, I too believed this myth. I thought gifted people were motivated Read More