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Department of Health to emphasize disease awareness September 30, 2024 - Zoonotic Diseases - Safety

New Mexicans working in the agricultural world can be vulnerable to such diseases as avian flu and the West Nile Virus, as well as other occupational health risks. To raise awareness about this issue, the New Mexico Department of Health (NMHealth) will hold an informational session for farm workers... « read more »



NMHealth issues health advisory following NMHU investigations September 26, 2024 - Environmental Health - Safety

University employees with symptoms encouraged to visit healthcare provider. « read more »



New Mexico death linked to nationwide deli meat outbreak August 29, 2024 - Infectious Disease Epidemiology - Safety

The death of an elderly Bernalillo County woman has been connected to a multistate outbreak of Listeria caused by Boar’s Head brand deli meats – which were ordered to be pulled from public sale nationwide by federal health officials July 2024. « read more »



Stay safe; stay cool. Heat advisory issued for most of the state August 19, 2024 - Environmental Health - Safety

With high temperatures expected through the end of August, NMHealth urges New Mexicans to take precautions to avoid heat-related illnesses. « read more »



Bandelier National Monument Reports Bat Tested Positive for Rabies August 7, 2024 - Zoonotic Diseases - Safety

Bandelier National Monument has confirmed that a bat found dead in the park has tested positive for rabies. No known human contact with the bat has been reported. Anyone who touched or had contact with any bat near the Cottonwood Picnic Area in early July is advised to contact their healthcare prov... « read more »



Heat advisory issued before official start of summer June 12, 2024 - Environmental Health - Safety

The New Mexico Department of Health (NMHealth) urges New Mexicans to take precautions to avoid heat-related illnesses as much of the state heats up again. « read more »



New Mexico reports first hantavirus pulmonary syndrome case of 2024 February 20, 2024 - Zoonotic Diseases - Safety

The Scientific Laboratory Division of the New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) has confirmed the first case of hantavirus pulmonary syndrome (HPS) this year. « read more »



NM records 89 emergency visits and one fatality due to carbon monoxide poisoning February 7, 2024 - Environmental Health - Safety

Health officials stress the importance of recognizing symptoms and adopting prevention measures. « read more »



Caution advised as winter weather increases cold related illness and safety concerns January 5, 2024 - Environmental Health - Safety

The New Mexico Department of Health (DOH) reminds residents ongoing winter weather in some parts of the state over the next few days can pose health risks and cold related illnesses. « read more »