Drink less, live more during Dry January and beyond
SANTA FE — As New Mexicans embrace the promise of a healthier new year, the New Mexico Department of Health is proud to champion Dry January andRead More →
2026-01-07
New Mexico maintains full childhood vaccine recommendations despite HHS rollback
SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Health will maintain its full childhood vaccination recommendations despite the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’Read More →
2026-01-07
Possible measles exposure linked to travel in Albuquerque
SANTA FE – A traveler from South Carolina who was diagnosed with measles spent a night in Albuquerque, leading to potential measles exposure in thatRead More →
2026-01-06
DACC Has Free Medical Services For Students
As we head into the cold and flu season, Doña Ana Community College (DACC) students are reminded they have access to free healthcare services online. Students can access free resources forRead More →
2025-12-22
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
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
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
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
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
Botulism outbreak leads to nationwide recall of infant formula
SANTA FE, NM – The New Mexico Department of Health is alerting the public to stop use of any ByHeart whole nutrition infant formula immediately.Read More →
2025-11-13
Awareness + action = diabetes prevention
SANTA FE – November is National Diabetes Awareness Month, highlighting a condition that affects 254,000 New Mexico residents. More New Mexicans are at risk: nearlyRead More →
2025-11-10