Healthcare
Leonard: Unveiling The Wonders Of Short-Chain Fatty Acids – The Unsung Heroes Of Gut Health
By LAURA LEONARD
Doctor of Chiropractic
Los Alamos
Short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) are a group of fatty acids that contain fewer than six carbon atoms and are produced by our resident intestinal bacteria (aka: our microbiome) as a byproduct of dietary fiber digestion. The most prominent SCFAs found in the gut are acetate, propionate and butyrate.
When it comes to maintaining optimal gut health, we often hear about the importance of a balanced diet, fiber intake and probiotics. However, we now know that SCFA’s might be the most important key to gut health and overall wellbeing. Foods like whole Read More
LARSO Announces First Graduating Class Of Matter Of Balance Program
Fall Prevention Master Trainer Bernadette Lauritzen, left, with members of LARSO’s first graduating class of the Matter of Balance Program. Photo by Karen Breault
By BERNADETTE LAURITZEN
Matter of Balance – Master Trainer
LARSO
The Los Alamos Retired and Senior Organization (LARSO) recently trained four Master Trainers in Fall Prevention, during the month of May and implemented the new program the following week.
A Matter of Balance (MOB) is an evidence-based program designed to reduce the fear of falling and improve activity levels among community-dwelling older adults.
The Read More
Community Conversations: Fentanyl Awareness – Harm Reduction
Community News:
The community is invited to attend a free event to discuss harm reduction 5:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 29 at Fuller Lodge.
Los Alamos Police Drug Recognition Experts will explain signs of an overdose and substance abuse. Kelly Mytinger, Harm Reduction Program Manager from the Mountain Center will provide training on how to administer NARCAN and provide answers to questions listed in the registration form.
Register at www.losalamosjjab.com/events.
Community Conversations is an ongoing community collaboration program designed to build community, create connections Read More
Robinson: Christine Trujillo, A Woman Warrior, Steps Down
State Rep. Christine Trujillo. Photo by Sherry Robinson/© 2023 New Mexico News Services
By SHERRY ROBINSON
All She Wrote
© 2023 New Mexico News Services
“Mom, you’re president of the AFL-CIO!”
Not many women ever heard that sentence. In 2001 Christine Trujillo had been teaching for 21 years, served on the state school board, and was president of the 6,500-member American Federation of Teachers-New Mexico. That December she became the first woman and the first teacher to lead the New Mexico Federation of Labor AFL-CIO.
Trujillo routinely juggled so many responsibilities that it took her daughter’s Read More
White Rock Senior Center To Host COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic
Dear Los Alamos community,
Are you over 65? Have you had a second COVID-19 bivalent vaccine booster?
Are you between the ages of 18 and 64? Have you had a COVID-19 bivalent booster?
Are you over 18 and immunocompromised? Have you had a second COVID-19 bivalent booster?
Nambe Drugs, Los Alamos in conjunction with the Los Alamos Senior Centers invites you to stop by the White Rock Senior Center, 133 Longview Drive, 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, June 20 to receive a COVID-19 Bivalent vaccine.
Register at https: vaccinenm.org.
Appointments preferred but walk-ins welcome. Read More
Gov. Lujan Grisham Priority Legislation Goes Into Effect
From the Office of the Governor:
SANTA FE — Multiple laws championed by Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham and passed by the Legislature went into effect today, the default date set 90 days following the end of the session.
“Each and every one of these laws – many of which saw broad, bipartisan support – will make our state safer, healthier, more inclusive and more prosperous than ever,” Gov. Lujan Grisham said. “This year, we addressed many of the state’s most pressing issues, enacting laws that increase access to affordable health care, protect communities, and safeguard the right of every New Mexican Read More
LAHS Students Graduate From MASH Program At LAMC
Mara Heaton, RN, speaks with MASH students Megan Brown, Isabel Griffith, Moorea Montano and Rebecca Beaux. Courtesy/LAMC
LAMC CEO Tracie Stratton congratulates MASH program graduates from left, Rebecca Beaux, Lizeth Garcia, Isabel Griffith, Megan Brown and Moorea Montano. Courtesy/LAMC
LAMC News:
Los Alamos Medical Center (LAMC) and Los Alamos High School again offered the Multiple Avenues for Successful Healthcare (MASH) program to interested and eligible sophomores, juniors and seniors.
The goal of this program is to expose local students to the multiple career opportunities Read More
