Summer travel brings risk of measles
SANTA FE- Summer is coming, and that means more visitors and community events in New Mexico – as well as more potential exposures when it comesRead More →
2025-05-02
Fentanyl Awareness Day emphasizes saving lives
SANTA FE- Awareness, prevention and real-time solutions can make a difference when it comes to New Mexico’s ongoing efforts to reduce fentanyl overdose in theRead More →
2025-04-28
1st Case of Measles Reported in Dona Ana County
An unvaccinated child in Doña Ana County has been diagnosed with measles – the first case in that county. The Doña Ana County case plusRead More →
2025-04-16
Health officials warn against baby poultry as Easter gifts
Chicks, ducklings linked to Salmonella risk Despite their seasonal appeal, baby chicks and ducklings pose significant health risks as Easter gifts, particularly for young children. Read More →
2025-04-15
Take steps to protect yourself from sexually transmitted infections
SANTA FE – New Mexicans can take preventative steps to protect themselves from sexually-transmitted infections (STIs). April 13-19 marks STI Awareness Week and the New Mexico DepartmentRead More →
2025-04-14
Tostitos Recall
The Food and Drug Administration increased the recall of one of Frito-Lay’s most popular chips to Class I, meaning “there is a reasonable probability” thatRead More →
2025-04-09
State recognizes public health workers
SANTA FE — This week is the perfect time to recognize the contributions of public health workers and the impact they have on their communities. Read More →
2025-04-08
Quick Online Test Checks Your Diabetes Risk
Small lifestyle changes can prevent life-altering disease SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) joins the American Diabetes Association (ADA) in recognizing DiabetesRead More →
2025-03-24
Bird flu found in Bernalillo County backyard flock
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – The New Mexico Department of Agriculture (NMDA) has detected highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), commonly known as “bird flu,” in a non-commercialRead More →
2025-03-03
New Mexico launches comprehensive measles resource
State takes proactive active measures against outbreak SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) has launched a dedicated web resource to address theRead More →
2025-02-28
School-Based Health Centers making a difference statewide
Over 80 centers help keep kids healthy and learning. SANTA FE — Children in New Mexico public schools can focus more on lessons after aRead More →
2025-02-20