Healthcare

U.S. Senators Udall, Heinrich Introduce Bills To Reduce Cost Of Prescription Drugs

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U.S. SENATE News:
 
WASHINGTON, D.C. ― U.S. Senators Tom Udall (D-N.M.) and Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) have introduced two pieces of legislation aimed at reducing the skyrocketing cost of prescription drugs.
 
“Skyrocketing prescription drug prices have been squeezing families and seniors across New Mexico for far too long,” Udall said. “New Mexicans shouldn’t have to choose between life-saving treatments and putting food on the table. We must act now to provide a meaningful solution so that our health care system is no longer at the mercy of corporate executives padding their
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GOP On Sanctity Of Human Life Sunday

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From the Republican Party of New Mexico:
 
Many churches across the nation will shed light on the issue of life and the unborn this Sunday, Jan. 20, which is recognized as the Sanctity of Human Life Sunday.
 
Few people are aware that New Mexico has become the late term abortion capitol of the country and has become a late term abortion magnet. Speaker of the New Mexico House of Representatives, Brian Egolf, D-Santa Fe, and Rep Joann Ferrary, D-Las Cruces, intend to make late term abortions more common practice; they want to keep physicians and hospitals from being able to refuse
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Dustin Sutherland Is New Wellness Director At YMCA

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New Y Wellness Director Dustin Sutherland

YMCA News:

The Los Alamos YMCA anounces that Dustin Sutherland has accepted the position of Wellness Director at The Family YMCA; he will begin his new position Tuesday, Jan. 22.

Sutherland has been with the YMCA since 2016 as a wellness coach, small group instructor and personal trainer. He has been involved in the fitness industry for more than nine years, developing and executing exercise and wellness programs and holds his certification through the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM); in addition he also holds certifications as a nutrition Read More

SFCC Offers Flu Vaccine Clinic Jan. 24

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SFCC News:
 
Santa Fe Community College, in partnership with New Mexico Department of Health, is offering a free Flu Vaccine Clinic for anyone 6 months old or older from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 24 (or while supplies last).
 
Anyone younger than 18 years old needs a parent’s signature. Flu season is here and it is not too late to get vaccinated. Free event. SFCC, Jemez Rooms, 6401 Richards Ave.
 
Call 505.428.1837 for information.
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Fresh Year, Fresh Start: Give Your Health A Jumpstart In 2019

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By GLENDON COOK, MD
Los Alamos Family Care

Ask anyone what their New Year’s resolution is and chances are they’ll mention a determination to eat healthier.

While many of us may consider a renewed focus on healthy eating as a way to make up for the rich indulgences of the holiday season or as a pathway to fit more comfortably into that favorite pair of jeans, healthy eating comes with even greater rewards.

It can reduce our risk of illnesses like heart disease, diabetes and cancer; and it can help boost our energy, sharpen our memories and stabilize our mood, leading to a noticeable improvement in our Read More

Health Security Act Being Introduced At Legislature Today To Ensure Coverage For All New Mexicans

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HSNMC News:
 
Senators Carlos Cisneros, Jerry Ortiz y Pino and Bill Soules are set to introduce the Health Security Act today in the New Mexico State Senate.
 
The first phase of the Act will be a fiscal analysis to make certain that it is financially feasible.
 
According to Cisneros, vice-chair of the Senate Finance Committee, “Passage of the Health Security Act this year will initially result in a prudent fiscal analysis of the details of the plan. No other steps will be taken until we are certain that the finances will work and that it will be revenue neutral.”
 
Ortiz y Pino,
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Human Services Dept. Working Overtime To Ensure All Eligible SNAP Families Receive February Benefits

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HSD News:
 
SANTA FE — The state Human Services Department is urging all SNAP recipients who are due for renewal of benefits in January to submit their renewal form no later than today, Jan. 15, in order to receive their February benefit.
 
There are more than 25,000 SNAP households that are due for renewal, of which 14,500 are still outstanding.
 
“HSD wants to ensure every eligible family maintains their benefit and is working overtime to get that done,” HSD Secretary-Designate David R. Scrase, MD, said. “But we need those households who are due for renewal to do their part and submit
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Letter To The Editor: Thank You Dr. Martin

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THE HALL FAMILY
Los Alamos
 
Dear Dr. Martin,
 
We want to thank you for the care you gave to your patient, Stanley Hall, and his family.
 
The time you took with different family members to patiently answer questions and explain your diagnosis was appreciated. Your time and patience exceeded our expectations and didn’t go unnoticed.
 
Los Alamos is fortunate to have a doctor of your caliber in their community.
 
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House Leadership: New ‘Nursing Lounge’ Makes Roundhouse More Accessible For Moms, Parents

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‘Nursing Lounge’ for new moms and parents inside the State Capitol. Courtesy/NMHD

New Mexico House Democrats News:

SANTA FE ― New Mexico House of Representatives Leadership announced Monday the creation of a “Nursing Lounge” for new moms and parents inside the State Capitol.
 
Joining other state legislatures across the country, House Leadership is working to create a more inclusive and safer environment for new parents to privately breastfeed or pump breastmilk for their children at the State Capitol.
 
Door to the new ‘Nursing Lounge’ for new moms and parents inside the State
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