Awareness
Alcohol-related deaths decreased in 2023 for the second consecutive year, marking progress in the state’s efforts to combat alcohol misuse, according to the New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH). « read more »
New Mexico 2023 suicide death numbers declined significantly from 2022 among women and Indigenous Peoples. « read more »
New Mexico mortality data show a decrease in drug overdose deaths statewide for the second consecutive year since 2021. « read more »
Start the new year with a healthy reset by joining the growing movement of Dry January, a month-long commitment to go alcohol-free and focus on wellness. « read more »
State public health offices and administrative offices will be closed Wednesday, Dec. 25 in observance of Christmas and the following Wednesday, Jan. 1 in observance of New Year’s Day. « read more »
The New Mexico Department of Health’s (NMDOH) has proposed a $243.9 million for fiscal year 2026 to address critical needs, rising costs and workforce challenges across the state. « read more »
That’s what National Family Health History Day is about. Occurring every Thanksgiving Day, it encourages sparking the important conversations that don’t always happen in families. « read more »
The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) is proud to join communities across the country in celebration of National Rural Health Day (NRHD) on November 21. « read more »
November 14 is World Diabetes Day, a health observance created in 1991 by the World Health Organization and the International Diabetes Federation to raise awareness about diabetes as a public health threat and draw attention to actions people can take to prevent and manage the condition. « read more »
NMHealth encourages trick or treating safety. « read more »
Exposure to lead can result in serious illness and could require immediate medical attention. Lead exposure in children can cause behavioral and learning problems, hearing loss, and at very high levels, seizures, coma and death. High lead levels can cause high blood pressure, reproductive problems,... « read more »
Early detection of breast cancer dramatically increases the chances of survival for most patients. During National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the New Mexico Department of Health (NMHealth) encourages women to talk with their doctor about their risk for breast cancer to make an informed decision... « read more »
The New Mexico Department of Health’s (NMHealth) mobile vaccination unit will be providing free flu and COVID shots from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, October 22 at the Rio Rancho Public Schools’ administration building at 500 Laser Rd. NE in Rio Rancho. « read more »
Respiratory season is among us, and Respiratory Syncytial Virus immunizations are now available for older adults and pregnant people. RSV antibody is available for infants. Infants are particularly vulnerable to RSV during their first year and RSV is the leading cause of infant hospitalization in N... « read more »
A coalition of public health and safety organizations have created a “Golden Opportunity” initiative to enhance opioid addiction treatment and support across the Albuquerque Metro area. « read more »
The New Mexico Grown Coalition, the New Mexico Food & Agriculture Policy Council, and Farm to Table NM are excited to host the first-ever, in-person Golden Chile Awards ceremony, in conjunction with Food & Farms Day, from 2 to 6 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 24, at the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, 2401... « read more »
State public health offices and administrative offices will be closed Monday, Oct. 14 in observance of Indigenous People’s Day. « read more »
October is Community Health Workers Month and Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham issued a proclamation in recognition of their public service in the state. « read more »
Safe Infant Sleep Awareness month in October is a time to learn the steps you can take to protect your infant while they sleep and raise awareness of sudden unexpected infant death. On average, 20 infant deaths occurred each year in New Mexico between 2018 and 2022 from sleep-related causes. « read more »
Wondering why rabies has its own day? Sept. 28 is World Rabies Day, a time to raise awareness about the importance of rabies vaccinations. « read more »