Health Department Helpline now accepting text messages
SANTA FE – People seeking help with medical questions or finding providers in New Mexico can now send text messages to the state Health Department Helpline. Read More →
2025-12-08
ACTion Programs for Animals’ offers Home 4 the Holidays adoption special
LAS CRUCES – If you are looking to add a furry friend to your family this holiday season, ACTion Programs for Animals (APA) is offering a Home 4 theRead More →
2025-12-08
Department of Health recommends hepatitis B vaccine
SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Health continues to strongly recommend hepatitis B vaccinations for newborns, with the first dose within 24 hoursRead More →
2025-12-08
Schools, senior centers & farmers honored for promoting New Mexico-grown food
SANTA FE, NM – A record-breaking number of awardees will be honored Monday afternoon at the National Farm to Cafeteria Conference in Albuquerque for theirRead More →
2025-12-02
State health officials urge flu vaccinations before holiday gatherings
SANTA FE – New Mexicans should get their flu shots now, before holiday travel and gatherings increase the risk of spreading illness. The New MexicoRead More →
2025-12-02
Health workers honored for vaccination efforts
“Champion” awards highlight their work SANTA FE – The New Mexico Immunization Coalition recognized a number of state public health employees with awards for their workRead More →
2025-11-26
New Mexico secures $3.5 million federal grant to strengthen local food supply chain
18 agribusinesses to enhance processing, distribution, and facilities LAS CRUCES, N.M. – Eighteen New Mexico agribusinesses are set to boost operations with a $3.54 millionRead More →
2025-11-24
New Mexico confirms first case of Equine Herpes Myeloencephalopathy
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – The New Mexico Department of Agriculture (NMDA) and the New Mexico Livestock Board (NMLB) are urging horse owners to take immediate preventive measuresRead More →
2025-11-24
Family health history talks could prevent serious diseases
SANTA FE – Knowing your family’s health history could help prevent serious diseases like cancer, heart disease, and diabetes, and Thanksgiving dinner conversations offer anRead More →
2025-11-21
$500,000 in USDA specialty crop funding available for NM
NMDA to hold workshops in December in advance of Feb. 14 proposal deadline LAS CRUCES, N.M. – More than $500,000 in funding is available toRead More →
2025-11-17
Report finds increased levels of metals in Mora County water
SANTA FE – The New Mexico Environment Department and the New Mexico Department of Health are urging Mora County residents to test their private wellsRead More →
2025-11-14
Get your shots now before respiratory viruses spread
Vaccines for flu, COVID-19 and RSV are available now SANTA FE – Flu and COVID-19 are already circulating in New Mexico, and health officials say gettingRead More →
2025-11-13