New Mexico COVID-19 Update: 1,908 New Cases, Total Now 102,862 With 44 New Deaths And 35,179 Patients Recovered
SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials announced this afternoon 1,908 additional positive tests for COVID-19.
Los Alamos County reports 4 more cases today … the total is now 162 people who have tested positive for COVID-19.
Today’s update includes 44 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
The New Mexico Department of Health reported today the most recent cases:
- 586 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 1 new case in Catron County
- 79 new cases in Chaves County
- 16 new cases in Cibola County
- 13 new cases in Colfax County
- 36 new cases in Curry County
- 1 new case in De Baca County
- 304 new
Northern New Mexico College Establishes Free Daily COVID-19 Testing Site 10 a.m. To 2 p.m. Seven Days A Week
NNMC News:
Española — Northern New Mexico College (NNMC) announces free daily COVID-19 testing at the Ben Lujan Library parking area on its Española campus.
Testing is open 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. seven days a week.
Those wanting to test must ENTER at the N. RAILROAD AVENUE entrance to the NNMC campus:
- Stay inside car and follow directions from testing personnel to library parking lot testing site; and
- After testing, exit campus via Paseo de Oñate.
The test is a simple, painless, self-collected saliva test. You will first cough several times (to keep the volunteers safe, cough into your sleeve) and then Read More
New Mexico Legislature Special Session CARES Act Summary And Contact Information To Apply For Funds
STATE News:
SANTA FE — During the recent special session, the New Mexico Legislature appropriated $319 million from the State of New Mexico’s allocation of federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act.
This funding (CARES) is available to support New Mexicans impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic.
The Department of Finance and Administration will allocate $319 million to associated agencies to distribute the funds directly to New Mexicans. These grants will be available in the coming weeks.
New Mexicans who identify with the aid below are encouraged to seek information Read More
Council Chair Sara Scott Issues Latest Community Update
By CHAIR SARA SCOTT
Los Alamos County Council
Hello – I hope this note finds you, your family and friends well as we approach 2021 but I understand that is not the case for everyone. We’ve had a surge in the number of COVID-19 infections in the County and we have individuals and businesses that are struggling.
In this note I’ll provide a summary of the most recent distribution of federal CARES Act funding in the County and a few updates regarding the Los Alamos Medical Center and Los Alamos National Laboratory operations.
But I’ll start by focusing on recent changes to the Public Health Order and how Read More
Governor: New Mexico Surpasses 100,000 COVID-19 Cases
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham
From the Office of the Governor:
SANTA FE – New Mexico today became the 37th U.S. state to record 100,000 cases of COVID-19 and this record coincides with a record-shattering daily total of 40 more COVID-19 deaths.
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham issued the following statement:
“Every single day I pray that New Mexicans infected with this virus will recover. Every single day I pray for the families whose loved ones are battling illness with all the strength they have. My thoughts are always with the doctors, nurses and health care providers who give everything they have Read More
New Mexico COVID-19 Update: 1,549 New Cases, Total Now 100,963 With 40 New Deaths And 34,411 Patients Recovered
SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials announced this afternoon 1,549 additional positive tests for COVID-19.
Los Alamos County reports 4 more cases today … the total is now 158 people who have tested positive for COVID-19.
Today’s update includes 40 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
The New Mexico Department of Health reported today the most recent cases:
- 448 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 130 new cases in Chaves County
- 18 new cases in Cibola County
- 4 new cases in Colfax County
- 32 new cases in Curry County
- 4 new cases in De Baca County
- 113 new cases in Doña Ana County
- 70
Chart 263: COVID-19 In New Mexico Dec. 2, 2020
The state of New Mexico announced today the COVID-19 map with county risk designations applicable for the two-week period Dec 2-15 (link). New Mexico’s ‘Red to Green’ system consists of two gating criteria: (1) Average daily cases below 8 per 100,000 residents, and (2) test positivity rate below 5 percent. The ‘Red to Green’ has three risk designations: (a) RED, none of the gating criteria are met, (b) YELLOW, one gating criteria met, (c) GREEN, both gating criteria are met. Los Alamos County, with average daily cases of 21 per 100,000 people and test positivity of 6 percent moved from YELLOW toLos Alamos County Facilities Re-Open Within Guidelines
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Community Services Department announced this afternoon a number of County facilities will re-open.
With the new public health order issued Nov. 30, 2020, starting today, Dec. 2, the following facilities will re-open within New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s guidelines and criteria of “Red Level”.
County Facilities Re-opening:
- Larry Walkup Aquatic Center: Patrons can call to reserve a lane one day in advance. Lap Swim reservations will be taken for the 50-meter pool, and warm water exercises for the therapy pool. Walk-in reservations will
New Mexico Department Of Health Map Update: Rising Positivity Rate Pushes Los Alamos County To Red Level
- Department of Health County map ipdate: 32 counties operating at Red Level today
LARSO: Los Alamos And White Rock Seniors Confused About Medicare Enrollment Can Ask New Mexico Aging And Long Term Services Department About The Process
NMED COVID-19 Business Watchlist For Dec. 1, 2020
NMED News:
New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) daily Rapid Response COVID-19 Watchlist as of Tuesday, includes New Mexico places of employment with two or more rapid responses in the last 14 days.
There are now 206 establishments on the Watchlist.
The Rapid Response COVID-19 Watchlist and closure list, which includes all establishments that are required to be closed, are posted here.
The state initiates a rapid response when it learns of a positive COVID-19 case in a workplace. NMED or the state agency initiating the rapid response will offer direction to establishments regarding testing, Read More
Chart 262: COVID-19 In New Mexico Dec. 1, 2020
The bars in this chart show the number of COVID-19 related hospitalizations in New Mexico versus date. Source: New Mexico Department of Health. Photo by Eli Ben-NaimNew Mexico COVID-19 Update: 2,330 New Cases, Total Now 99,419 With 21 New Deaths And 33,458 Patients Recovered
SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials announced this afternoon 2,330 additional positive tests for COVID-19.
Los Alamos County reports 9 more cases today … the total is now 155 people who have tested positive for COVID-19.
Today’s update includes 21 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
The New Mexico Department of Health reported today the most recent cases:
- 895 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 1 new case in Catron County
- 78 new cases in Chaves County
- 37 new cases in Cibola County
- 15 new cases in Colfax County
- 50 new cases in Curry County
- 198 new cases in Doña Ana County
- 38
Latest Los Alamos Stats From New Mexico Health Dept.
AMA, AHA, ANA Issue Open Letter Backing Science-Based COVID-19 Vaccine Development, Urging Public To Remain Vigilant Until Widespread Vaccination
By American Hospital Association
American Medical Association
American Nurses Association
An open letter to the American people:
Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, we have come together as physicians, nurses, and hospital and health system leaders to urge the American people to protect themselves, their neighbors and their loved ones amidst the worst global health crisis in generations.
As we approach the point when a vaccine may be available, more than 260,000 Americans and more than 1.4 million people worldwide have lost their lives to COVID-19, we know that vaccines will Read More
State Announces Tiered ‘Red To Green’ System For New Mexico Counties In Next Phase Of COVID-19 Response
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham discussing Coronavirus updates and the Red to Green Framework this afternoon during an online press conference. Screenshot/LADP
Red to Green Framework discussed this afternoon during the online press conference. Screenshot/LADP
From the Office of the Governor:
- Framework enables counties to reopen further when meeting key health metrics
- Los Alamos Only County In NM To Move From Red To Yellow On COVID Monitor
SANTA FE – In an effort designed to provide local communities the flexibility to operate more day-to-day activities, the state of New Mexico will transition Read More
Chart 261: COVID-19 In New Mexico Nov. 30, 2020
The bars in this chart show the number of COVID-19 diagnoses in Los Alamos County verus date, and the line shows the seven-day average. Source: New Mexico Department of Health. Created by Eli Ben-Naim
The bars in this chart show the number of COVID-19 diagnoses in Santa Fe County verus date, and the line shows the seven-day average. Source: New Mexico Department of Health. Created by Eli Ben-Naim
The bars in this chart show the number of COVID-19 diagnoses in Rio Arriba County verus date, and the line shows the seven-day average. Source: New Mexico Department of Health. Created by Eli Ben-NaimNew Mexico COVID-19 Update: 1,684 New Cases, Total Now 97,095 With 28 New Deaths And 32,569 Patients Recovered
SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials announced this afternoon 1,684 additional positive tests for COVID-19.
Los Alamos County reports 4 more cases today … the total is now 146 people who have tested positive for COVID-19.
Today’s update includes 28 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
The New Mexico Department of Health reported today the most recent cases:
- 596 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 102 new cases in Chaves County
- 7 new cases in Cibola County
- 20 new cases in Colfax County
- 35 new cases in Curry County
- 131 new cases in Doña Ana County
- 39 new cases in Eddy County
- 10 new
Curtis: National Rural Health Day Takes On Special Meaning
By BLAKE CURTIS
State Director
USDA Rural Development
On November the 19th we celebrated National Rural Health Day across the nation.
This year more than ever this day was especially important. The COVID-19 pandemic made it abundantly clear that those living in rural America are especially vulnerable to this deadly disease.
This day of recognition not only brings to light the health care issues facing our rural health providers and first responders but to honor their heroic efforts since the COVID-19 virus has ravaged our country.
Let’s not forget there are 57 million Americans living in Read More
New Mexico Offers Free Digital Resource For Addiction
HSD News:
SANTA FE — A new digital resource, 5-Actions Program™ is designed to help adults (18 years of age and older) address challenges associated with alcohol, other drugs, and behavioral addictions (e.g., gambling, sex, technology, food) is free for residents of New Mexico, announced the New Mexico Crisis and Access Line (NMcrisisline.com) in partnership with ProtoCall Services, Inc., and with Digital Therapeutics Group LLC.
The funding for the program is provided by the New Mexico Human Services Department, Behavioral Health Services Division.
“The 5-Actions Program offers an Read More
