Santa Fe, NM – The Office of Superintendent of Insurance (OSI) has been made aware of a lawsuit filed today by the Attorney General’s Office against several Presbyterian Health Plan companies. This recent development does not change OSI’s commitment to continue working with the Office of the State Auditor (OSA), …
Read More »Respiratory Care Program “Meet the Department” Event
Considering a career in respiratory care? Come to Respiratory Care Program “Meet the Department” event from 3 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, July 19 in Room 433 in the Santa Fe Community College Health and Sciences Center, 6401 Richards Avenue. If possible, bring a copy of your unofficial transcripts. Applications are …
Read More »How to Protect Yourself From Mosquito Bites
CDC News | July 6, 2017 Use Insect Repellent Wear an EPA-registered insect repellent. When used as directed, EPA-registered insect repellents are proven safe and effective, even for pregnant and breastfeeding women. Look for repellents with one of these active ingredients: DEET, picaridin, IR3535, or oil of lemon eucalyptus, para-menthane-diol, …
Read More »Department of Health Marks 10-Year Anniversary of Dee Johnson Clean Indoor Air Act
Comprehensive law created cleaner indoor air for New Mexicans SANTA FE, NM – The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) recognizes the 10-year anniversary of New Mexico’s Dee Johnson Clean Indoor Air Act this week. The comprehensive law, enacted in June 2007, made most public places and workplaces in New …
Read More »Healthy Kids Celebration & Family Fun Day
Saturday, July 8, 2017 10am-2pm Santa Fe Convention Center 201 West Marcy Street, Santa Fe, NM 87501 Activities 6th Annual Healthy Kids Celebration & Family Fun Day, an exciting event full of activities and wellness for the whole family, including: · Performances by local fitness groups · Bike helmet safety …
Read More »Heinrich Calls On New Mexicans To Share Their Health Care Stories
“Right now, Senate Republicans are drafting their version of the bill in secret, behind closed doors, with absolutely no bipartisan input. The stakes are especially high for New Mexicans and their voices must be heard.” WASHINGTON, D.C. (June 20, 2017) — U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) is calling for New Mexicans …
Read More »Heinrich Provides Online Resources To Help New Mexicans Prepare For Wildfire Season
WASHINGTON, D.C. (June 19, 2017) – With wildfire season underway, U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) is helping New Mexicans prepare and stay safe with the Wildfire Preparedness & Prevention Resource Center that provides information on how to protect communities from the devastating effects of wildfires. The online resource center includes active wildfire …
Read More »Multistate Outbreaks of Human Salmonella Infections linked to Live Poultry
Keeping Backyard Poultry Center for Disease Control News | June 19, 2017 CDC, USDA, and several states are investigating eight outbreaks of human Salmonella eight outbreaks of human Salmonella infections linked to live poultry in backyard flocks. These outbreaks are a reminder to always wash hands thoroughly with soap and water …
Read More »Department of Health Urges Residents to Stay Safe in Extreme Heat
Santa Fe, NM – The New Mexico Department of Health advises residents to take extra precautions to avoid heat-related illnesses such as heat exhaustion and heat stroke. The Department is also reminding New Mexicans to never leave their children or pets inside an unattended vehicle. Temperatures over the next several …
Read More »3-D printing program creates customized products to assist Veterans in their rehabilitation
U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs News | June 14, 2017 VA’s Veterans Health Administration continues to develop and improve its assistive technology program to help Veterans who require physical medicine and rehabilitation services. Each patient’s health care needs are unique and sometimes off-the-shelf devices are not a true fit for them. …
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