New Mexico Department of Health
Recent News About New Mexico Department of Health
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NM Department of Health emphasizes early detection in observance of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
The New Mexico Department of Health (DOH) is emphasizing the significance of early detection and screenings in the fight against breast cancer during National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In a press release, the DOH outlined the symptoms and risk factors for breast cancer from the CDC.
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New Mexico departments collaborate for Fall Prevention Awareness Week
The New Mexico Department of Health (DOH) and the New Mexico Aging and Long-Term Services Department (ALTSD) unveiled their partnership on Sept. 15 to promote awareness during Fall Prevention Awareness Week. This cooperative initiative seeks to shed light on an issue impacting one out of every three seniors within the state and is set for Sept. 18-22, according to a press release.
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DOH Cabinet Secretary Allen appoints new department leaders
On Aug. 16, Patrick Allen, the Cabinet Secretary for the Department of Health, announced Dawn Sanchez's promotion to the positions of acting deputy secretary and chief operating officer. Dr. Miranda Durham has also received a promotion to Chief Medical Officer, according to an Aug. 16 press release.
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New Mexico Department of Health addresses security incident
On July 31, 2023, The New Mexico Department of Health addressed a security incident and reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding residents' sensitive information.
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NMDOH acting secretary: 'We are thrilled to be able to upgrade this facility for those who protected our freedom'
A home for military veterans in Truth or Consequences is receiving a much-needed face-lift.
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State sees first probable case of monkeypox: ‘A public health concern for all of us’
A probable case of monkeypox was recently reported in the state, according to a New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) press release.
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NMSU shifts COVID approach, will soon enforce 100% vaccination requirement: ‘We are making changes to our policies’
New Mexico State University (NMSU) now requires all students to be vaccinated against COVID-19 by July 1.
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New Mexico battles record suicide rates with new, easy-to-remember hotline number
New Mexico’s suicide rate is now the second-highest in the country and to combat this dismal statistic, the state is implementing a new hotline number that will be easier to remember for those who are struggling with thoughts of taking their own life.
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New Mexico campaign courts blood donors in wake of pandemic after more than 1,600 drives canceled
Much of the nation is in dire need of blood donations due not only to the pandemic but also the toll taken by Hurricane Ida and wildfires in the western U.S.; blood donation centers are trying to keep up with the demand despite hesitation due to the pandemic.