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Chart 261: COVID-19 In New Mexico Nov. 30, 2020

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The bars in this chart show the number of COVID-19 diagnoses in Los Alamos County verus date, and the line shows the seven-day average. Source: New Mexico Department of Health. Created by Eli Ben-Naim
The bars in this chart show the number of COVID-19 diagnoses in Santa Fe County verus date, and the line shows the seven-day average. Source: New Mexico Department of Health. Created by Eli Ben-Naim
The bars in this chart show the number of COVID-19 diagnoses in Rio Arriba County verus date, and the line shows the seven-day average. Source: New Mexico Department of Health. Created by Eli Ben-Naim
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New Mexico COVID-19 Update: 1,684 New Cases, Total Now 97,095 With 28 New Deaths And 32,569 Patients Recovered

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STATE News:

SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials announced this afternoon 1,684 additional positive tests for COVID-19.

Los Alamos County reports 4 more cases today … the total is now 146 people who have tested positive for COVID-19.

Today’s update includes 28 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19.

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

  • 596 new cases in Bernalillo County
  • 102 new cases in Chaves County
  • 7 new cases in Cibola County
  • 20 new cases in Colfax County
  • 35 new cases in Curry County
  • 131 new cases in Doña Ana County
  • 39 new cases in Eddy County
  • 10 new
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Curtis: National Rural Health Day Takes On Special Meaning

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By BLAKE CURTIS
State Director
USDA Rural Development

On November the 19th we celebrated National Rural Health Day across the nation. 

This year more than ever this day was especially important. The COVID-19 pandemic made it abundantly clear that those living in rural America are especially vulnerable to this deadly disease.

This day of recognition not only brings to light the health care issues facing our rural health providers and first responders but to honor their heroic efforts since the COVID-19 virus has ravaged our country.

Let’s not forget there are 57 million Americans living in Read More

New Mexico Offers Free Digital Resource For Addiction

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HSD News:

SANTA FE — A new digital resource, 5-Actions Program™ is designed to help adults (18 years of age and older) address challenges associated with alcohol, other drugs, and behavioral addictions (e.g., gambling, sex, technology, food) is free for residents of New Mexico, announced the New Mexico Crisis and Access Line (NMcrisisline.com) in partnership with ProtoCall Services, Inc., and with Digital Therapeutics Group LLC.

The funding for the program is provided by the New Mexico Human Services Department, Behavioral Health Services Division.

“The 5-Actions Program offers an Read More

‘Pilates In A Pandemic’ Available Through Senior Centers

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Certified Trainer Mary Lutes shares a quote by Joseph Pilates, ‘In 10 sessions you’ll feel the difference, in 20 sessions you’ll see the difference, and in 30 sessions you’ll be hooked for life!’ 

By BERNADETTE LAURITZEN
Executive Director
LARSO

As we linger in a time of uncertainty and staying inside, the local senior centers are making an effort to engage those over 50 to take care of their health.

The team believes that having the blessing of your healthcare provider is important in new ventures. They also want to make sure as the months drone on, especially over the holidays, that clear eyes Read More

New Mexico Governor, Health Officials To Present Update On COVID-19 And County-By-County Framework Monday

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From the Office of the Governor:

SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham and state officials will host a fully remote news conference Monday afternoon to provide an update on COVID-19 in New Mexico.

This news conference with include details of the forthcoming county-by-county framework for the state’s pandemic response.

WHAT: Remote news conference with state officials

WHEN: Monday, Nov. 30, 3 p.m.

The news conference will be streamed live on the governor’s Facebook page. Read More

New Mexico COVID-19 Update: 1,443 New Cases, Total Now 95,417 With 13 New Deaths And 32,050 Patients Recovered

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STATE News:

SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials announced this afternoon 1,443 additional positive tests for COVID-19.

Los Alamos County reports 10 more cases today … the total is now 142 people who have tested positive for COVID-19.

Today’s update includes 13 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19.

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

  • 356 new cases in Bernalillo County
  • 1 new case in Catron County
  • 135 new cases in Chaves County
  • 33 new cases in Cibola County
  • 10 new cases in Colfax County
  • 33 new cases in Curry County
  • 1 new case in De Baca County
  • 167 new
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NMED COVID-19 Business Watchlist For Nov. 29, 2020

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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 205 establishments on the Watchlist.

The current Rapid Response COVID-19 Watchlist and closure list, which includes all establishments that are currently required to be closed, are posted here.

Procedure:

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

New Mexico COVID-19 Update: 2,142 New Cases, Total Now 93,982 With 23 New Deaths And 31,482 Patients Recovered

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STATE News:

SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials announced this afternoon 2,076 additional positive tests for COVID-19.

Los Alamos County reports 3 more cases today … the total is now 134 people who have tested positive for COVID-19.

Today’s update includes 23 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19.

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

  • 719 new cases in Bernalillo County
  • 1 new case in Catron County
  • 162 new cases in Chaves County
  • 17 new cases in Cibola County
  • 7 new cases in Colfax County
  • 40 new cases in Curry County
  • 1 new case in De Baca County
  • 218 new cases
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