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May Is National Asthma And Allergy Awareness Month

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AAFA News:

This year, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) continues a tradition it started in 1984 – designating May as National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month. Our focus for 2026: The Power of Community to Improve Asthma and Allergy Health. 

“For the more than 106 million people in the United States with asthma and/or allergies, disease prevention, symptom management, and control are influenced by where you live,” said Kenneth Mendez, president and CEO of AAFA. “Your community, your access to healthcare, and the policies that shape the world around you all contribute Read More

Los Alamos County Enters Stage 1 Fire Restrictions April 28

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COUNTY News:

Due to ongoing dry conditions and prevailing high winds, Fire Marshal Colorado Cordova of the Los Alamos Fire Department (LAFD) has enacted fire restrictions to Stage 1, effective today, April 28, within the boundaries of Los Alamos County to safeguard public health and safety, as well as protect lands, structures, and natural and historical artifacts. 

Under the Stage 1 Fire Restrictions Order 2026-01, stringent restrictions and conditions are imposed as follows: 

  1. Building, maintaining, and use of outdoor fires, including campfires and recreational fires of any
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New Mexico Seeks Vendors To Support Rural And Behavioral Health Program Administration

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NMHCA News:

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Health Care Authority (HCA) has issued a request for proposals (RFP) seeking qualified vendors to provide administrative services organization services to support key rural and behavioral health initiatives across the state. 

This procurement will support administration and oversight of multiple high-impact programs, including the Rural Health Care Delivery Fund, the federally funded Rural Health Transformation Program, implementation of the Behavioral Health Reform and Investment Act (Senate Bill 3), and non-Medicaid behavioral health Read More

ABC Suicide Prevention Class At Mesa Public Library May 4

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COUNTY News:

          • Ask, Be Present, Connect – ABC Suicide Prevention Partner Class.

The community is invited to attend a free, 60-minute course that addresses how to prevent suicide. During the class, attendees will learn about the common causes of suicidal behavior, the warning signs of suicide, and how to get help for a person in crisis.

Certified instructor Kristine Coblentz will lead this class.

Talking about suicide saves lives:

  • When
    • Monday, May 4, 12 p.m. to 01:30 p.m.
  • Location
    • Upstairs meeting room at Mesa Public Library, 2400 Central Ave.

To RSVP, contact Jamie Allbach at jamie.allbach@losalamosnm.gov Read More

Los Alamos Medical Center Announces New Obstetrics Model In Partnership With CHRISTUS Health And Presbyterian Health

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LAMC News:

          • Regional partnership designed to maintain and strengthen critical services on the Hill

Los Alamos Medical Center (LAMC) announced today a regional model for obstetric (OB) services with CHRISTUS St. Vincent in Santa Fe and Presbyterian Española Hospital. This collaboration, aimed at preserving access to safe, high-quality maternity care for patients in Los Alamos, enables the organizations to coordinate resources, strengthen cinical support, and ensure families receive the right level of care in the most appropriate setting.

As part of the new regional approach, LAMC will Read More

Alzheimer’s Association Offers Live Webinars At No Charge

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HEALTHCARE News:

For Alzheimer’s family caregivers, or those who have not yet experienced the disease in your family but want to learn more, the Alzheimer’s Association is offering an informative series of free, online webinars.

Seven upcoming webinars will cover a broad range of topics from healthy habits for preserving our brain health to managing finances to deal with this potentially costly disease.

The upcoming online webinars (all times listed are Mountain Time) are:

  • ALZ Talks: Scam-Safety for Those Living with Alzheimer’s—noon–1 p.m., Thursday, April 30
  • Managing
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Residents Interested In Guiding Direction Of County Through Boards Or Commissions Encouraged To Apply

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COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County is seeking residents interested in guiding the direction of the County through various board and commission positions.

Have a passion for art or history? Interested in parks and recreation or transportation issues? There are many ways for citizens to become actively involved in the business of government.

In addition to the opportunities that citizens have to express their thoughts and concerns at County Council meetings and public meetings, Los Alamos County residents may apply to serve on one of many Boards, Commissions and Committees (BCCs).

Applications Read More

Electroacupuncture At Acupuncture Center Of Los Alamos

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View of a patient receiving electroacupuncture treatment at the Acupuncture Center of Los Alamos at 557 Oppenheimer Drive, Suite 101. Courtesy photo

Acupuncture Center of Los Alamos News:

Practitioners Dr. Aimee Price (D.O.M.) and Dr. Erika Bittner (D.O.M.) of the Acupuncture Center of Los Alamos at 557 Oppenheimer Drive, Suite 101, discuss the benefits of electroacupuncture (e-stim), a modern adaptation combining traditional needle therapy with gentle electrical stimulation.

Electroacupuncture follows the same basic principles as traditional acupuncture, a key component of Read More

Playing With Purpose

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Athletes from Española and Los Alamos high schools joined together April 11-12 at Overlook Park in White Rock to fight for a future where the world is cancer free. Photo by Kate Cleveland

Española and Los Alamos high school athletes joined together April 11-12 and took time to read about the individuals each were playing for and then played for the cure. Photo by Kate Cleveland

By BERNADETTE LAURITZEN
Los Alamos

The weekend of April 11-12 Play for the Cure, as many enjoyed time off with family and friends taking in the spring weather, some local young ladies were demonstrating true leadership in Read More