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Students Spread ‘Awesome’ For Suicide Prevention Month

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Scene from a Suicide Prevention Activity in 2014. Photo by Cody Adams 

Another scene from a Suicide Prevention Activity in 2014. Photo by Cody Adams

By BERNADETTE PAURITZEN
Executve Director
Champions of Youth Ambitions

September is Suicide Prevention Month and 10 years ago, Faith Glasco and Elizabeth Hjelvik had a goal to spread “awesome” at Los Alamos High School. Their multi-pronged project took roots spreading to Los Alamos Middle School and their WEB Crew program. Their efforts went on to win them a Spirit of the West Award.

On World Suicide Prevention Day Tuesday, the Los Alamos Youth Read More

Health Connection: Collaborations Help Strengthen Community And Overall Health Of Los Alamos

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By LORI PADILLA 
Chair
Los Alamos County Health Council

This is the third column in the monthly series by Los Alamos County Health Council (LACHC) members, highlighting the work of the Health Council.

I am the Chair of the LACHC, and for this installment, I would like to share some of the many collaborations and projects that LACHC members are involved with, including a couple of upcoming events.

These are certainly not comprehensive, but rather represent the varied interests and experiences that LACHC members bring together when working to advocate and advise for community health needs.

Several Read More

Kenneth L. ‘Ken’ Groves Receives 2024 HPS Distinguished Public Service Award

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Ken Groves 

Staff Report

Kenneth L. “Ken” Groves, Fellow of the Health Physics Society (HPS), retired U.S. Navy Commander and former Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) senior manager is the 2024 recipient of the HPS Distinguished Public Service Award. 

Groves joins two other New Mexicans, Senator Pete Domenici, and Pete Lyons, distinguished scientist at Los Alamos, as well as a former commissioner at the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and DOE Nuclear Energy’s assistant secretary as one of the 11 recipients of this award.

This award is intended to acknowledge outstanding (1) contributions Read More

Los Alamos County Explores Options For Continuation Of Wastewater Surveillance For Public Health

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COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County is exploring options to continue wastewater surveillance for public health following BioBot Analytic’s decision to end its free services.

The County was part of the CDC’s National Wastewater Surveillance System (NWSS) since February 2022, monitoring SARS-CoV-2 through BioBot. After losing its CDC contract in 2023, BioBot continued to provide services free of charge, which the County shared on its Wastewater Surveillance web page until Aug. 31 when the service ended.

“We are reviewing several options, including BioBot’s paid program, rejoining the CDC’s Read More

Los Alamos County Health Council Announces Launch Of Health Care Quality And Accessibility Survey

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COUNTY News: 

The Los Alamos County Health Council announces the launch of a comprehensive Health Care Quality and Accessibility Survey, aimed at gathering information and input regarding the health and well-being of the community.

Invitations to take the survey will be mailed to all Los Alamos County residents the week of Sept. 18, 2024. The survey is an integral part of the County’s efforts to evaluate and enhance local health services and inform the development of effective health programs, policies, and the Los Alamos County Comprehensive Health Plan.

Why Your Participation Matters Read More

New Mexico Issues Consumer Health And Safety Advisory … Recalls Cannabis Products Over Contamination Concerns

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NMRLD News:

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Cannabis Control Division (CCD) has issued a consumer health and safety advisory after identifying contaminated cannabis flower (bud/shake/trim) that tested positive for a prohibited pesticide.

The affected products, produced and sold by WH Agriculture, LLC DBA Maggie’s Farm, were distributed to cannabis retailers between March 6, 2024, and Aug. 1, 2024. A full list of package IDs as well as a list of retail locations that received the products can be found below. 

The licensee has been ordered to immediately remove any cannabis products linked to parent Read More

Falls Prevention Awareness Week Is Sept. 23-27

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LARSO News:

Did you know that one in four Americans older than age of 65 falls each year? Falls are the leading cause of fatal and nonfatal injuries for older Americans, and falling once doubles the risk of falling again. Even falls that do not result in injury can deeply impact the quality of life for older adults. A fear of falling can cause seniors to limit their activities and social engagements, which can result in physical decline, depression and isolation.

The good news is that falls can be prevented. Exercise, good nutrition, lifestyle adjustments, and fall-proofing one’s residence or Read More

New Mexico Governor Announces $46 Million In New Funding For Rural Health Care Providers

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From the Office of the Governor:

          • Rural Health Care Delivery Fund to offer technical assistance for applicants on funding process

SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced today that $46 million is available for rural health care providers in New Mexico through the Rural Health Care Delivery Fund (RHCDF) to support vital services in underserved areas. 

This funding reinforces the state’s ongoing commitment to expanding access to high-quality health care in rural communities, ensuring that all New Mexicans, regardless of where they live, have access to critical health services.  Read More