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Skolnik: Learning From COVID-19

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By RICHARD SKOLNIK
Los Alamos

We must learn a number of lessons from COVID-19 to more effectively address the present outbreak and prevent a similar toll from future epidemics. Building on these lessons will also help make the US a fairer and more just society, strengthen our economy, and enhance our national well-being. Below are just a few of the most important things we must learn from

COVID-19 now.

First, we must understand that there is a strong connection between health, our economy, and our overall national well-being. Disease outbreaks have enormous economic consequences, vastly in Read More

Governor Discusses COVID-19 Spread; Mask Effectiveness

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Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham and health officials discuss the status of the COVID-19 spread in New Mexico Thursday during her virtual press conference. She commended New Mexicans for helping to lower the spread as shown in this chart that she presented during the presser. Screenshot/LADP

The effectiveness of various types of masks in fighting the spread of  COVID-19 are discussed Thursday during Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s virtual press conference. Screenshot/LADP Read More

Superintendent Calls First Day Of School Great Success

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Los Alamos Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Kurt Steinhaus thanks and congratulations everyone involved for helping to make ‘an outstanding first day of school’ today. ‘Everything I heard today was positive and supportive. I greatly appreciate you and everything you did to prepare for today,’ Steinhaus said. Courtesy/LAPS

LAPS Superintendent Dr. Kurt Steinhaus says, ‘Thank you custodians and facilities!’ Courtesy/LAPS

LAPS Superintendent Dr. Kurt Steinhaus says, ‘Thank you nurses, teachers and front office staff!’ Courtesy/LAPS

Facebook post sent to Dr. Kurt Steinhaus today Read More

New Mexico COVID-19 Cases Now At 22,987 With 2 New Deaths And 9,980 Patients Recovered

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STATE News:

SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials have announced this afternoon 177 additional positive tests for COVID-19.

Los Alamos County remains at 24 cases today that have tested positive for COVID-19.

Today’s update announces 2 additional death reported in New Mexico related to COVID-19.

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

  • 38 new cases in Bernalillo County
  • 19 new cases in Chaves County
  • 3 new cases in Cibola County
  • 6 new cases in Curry County
  • 21 new cases in Doña Ana County
  • 15 new cases in Eddy County
  • 1 new case in Grant County
  • 14 new cases in Lea County
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Galaxy Nail & Spa Re-opens For Business In Los Alamos With Enhanced Safety Procedures Including New Exhaust System

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Galaxy Nail & Spa has re-opened in Smith’s Marketplace shopping area. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Galaxy Nail & Spa Co-owners John Hiep Dinh, right‚ and Helen Huyen Nguyen have been busy during the state mandated shutdown of all salons due to the pandemic. They’ve enhanced safety in their business at 751 Trinity Dr., in Smith’s Marketplace shopping center by installing an elaborate exhaust system to pull air from around each workstation. They’ve also added plastic dividers and a misting system, which releases a fine mist of water into the air to aid in removing dust and particles. Read More

COVID-19 Coloring Book Created For Tribal Communities

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Indian Affairs Department partners to create a COVID-19 coloring book for tribal youth. Courtesy/NMIAD

NMIAD News:

SANTA FE – New Mexico Indian Affairs Department and New Mexico Human Services Department, Behavioral Health Services Division – Office of Substance Abuse Prevention partnered with Local Collaboratives (LC): LC 15 – Navajo Nation, LC 16 – Pueblos of Cochiti, Jemez, Kewa, Sandia, San Felipe, Santa Ana, Zia and LC 18 – Eight Northern Pueblos of Nambe, Ohkay Owingeh, Picuris, Pojoaque, San Ildefonso, Santa Clara, Taos, Tesuque to create a COVID-19 coloring book for tribal youth. Read More

Chart 152: COVID-19 In New Mexico Aug. 13

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Change in number of diagnoses during a two week period by county. The percentages indicate change in number of diagnoses for the two week period ending Aug. 12 compared with the two week period ending July 29. Counties with less than 20 diagnoses are not shown. Los Alamos County and statewide figures are highlighted. The County of Los Alamos had 7 positive tests over the past two weeks, compared with 4 in the preceding two week period, and hence, the +75% change. Source: New Mexico Department of Health. Photo by Eli Ben-Naim

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Governor Presents Keynote At 8th Kids Count Conference

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KIDS COUNT News:

ALBUQUERQUE—Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham will give the keynote address at this year’s New Mexico KIDS COUNT Conference.

The governor will appear in the first of three virtual events online Aug. 25, Oct. 13 and Dec. 3. The series will address anti-racist policy reforms to improve child well-being and the impacts of COVID-19 and the current recession on children and families in New Mexico.

First Session: titled “Status of Child Well-Being in New Mexico & KIDS COUNT Data Book Release,” is Aug. 25. Gov. Lujan Grisham will present “Improving Child Well-Being in New Mexico,” Read More

Back-To-School Message From The Superintendent

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Students at the textbook pickup area Monday at Los Alamos High School. Photo by Kurt Steinhaus

Dr. KURT STEINHAUS
Superintendent

Dear LAPS Parents and Families,

Welcome to the 2020-21 school year! I am excited about the new year and confident that, with your help, we can provide a high-quality education for your children. As you know, this school year will be very different.

“Back-to-school energy” coupled with extensive safety measures can be found in every corner of the Los Alamos Public Schools. Staff are following guidelines from the state. Specifically, LAPS employees (especially those Read More