Y: Reframe New Year’s Resolutions In 2018
Y News:
Along with singing “Auld Lang Syne” at the start of the New Year, making resolutions is a tradition for millions of Americans. However, while choosing a resolution can be easy, sticking to it can seem impossible. A 2014 YMCA survey found that less than a quarter of respondents kept their resolutions. Many (71 percent) tried, but stated that they fell short of their goals, while 40 percent confessed that gave up within the first few months, even weeks, of the New Year!
This year, The Family YMCA is encouraging community members to give their New Year’s resolutions a boost by creating smaller, Read More
Utilizing CDC STEADI Fall Prevention Toolkit Feb. 10
Update: LAMC Experiences Power Outage, Operating On Backup Power
Update: Power has been restored at LAMC.
LAMC News:
A power outage ocurred at 1 p.m. today at Los Alamos Medical Center (LAMC). The hospital lost power is on backup power. Utility crews are on site working to restore power.
At 1:30 p.m. linemen determined that the power outage at the Los Alamos Medical Center was caused by a faulted underground line that feeds LAMC. LAMC is currently using its backup generator to supply power. Crews are in contact with medical center facilities staff. It is expected that it will to be restored by 4 p.m. today. Read More
Seasonal Flu Death Estimate Increases Worldwide
CDC News:
According to new estimates published this week, between 291,000 and 646,000 people worldwide die from seasonal influenza-related respiratory illnesses each year, higher than a previous estimate of 250,000 to 500,000 and based on a robust, multinational survey.
The new estimate, from a collaborative study by CDC and global health partners, appears this week in The Lancet. The estimate excludes deaths during pandemics.
“These findings remind us of the seriousness of flu and that flu prevention should really be a global priority,” said Joe Bresee, M.D., associate director for Read More
Just Say No To Raw Dough!
CDC News:
For many people, the holiday season is the perfect time to spend time together in the kitchen and share delicious baked foods and desserts. Follow these safety tips to help you and your loved ones stay healthy when handling raw dough.
When you prepare homemade cookie dough, cake mixes, or even bread, you may be tempted to taste a bite before it is fully cooked. But steer clear of this temptation—eating or tasting unbaked products that are intended to be cooked, such as dough or batter, can make you sick. Children can get sick from handling or eating raw dough used for crafts or play clay, too. Read More
Inmate Receives High School Equivalency Credential
Anthony Lambson shows some of the books he used to study for his High School Equivalency Credential while incarcerated in the Los Alamos Detention Center. Photo by Maire O’Neill/ladailypost.com
Anthony Lambson, 21, just received his High School Equivalency Credential from the University of New Mexico-Los Alamos (UNM-LA). While this would be a cause for celebration for anyone, it is particularly significant for Lambson who will be leaving the Los Alamos Detention Center Thursday after almost 18 months in custody. Read More
Navajo Midwife Seeks To Better Women’s Health
The Changing Woman Initiative team. Courtesy photo
A rendering of the reproductive wellness and birth center in Pojoaque. Courtesy image
Changing Woman Initiative News:
POJOAQUE—Because of modern medicine and insurance, women have less control of their birth experiences, especially in sterile and highly regulated hospital environments. But having a baby doesn’t have to be that way, according to Nicolle Gonzales, a Navajo midwife and founder of the Changing Woman Initiative, a nonprofit that aims to revolutionize how people—particularly Native women—think Read More
‘Alzheimer’s Advocacy Day’ At Legislature Jan. 18
CDC: Keep Active This Holiday Season
CDC News:
The holidays are here again! Not only does this festive season bring egg nog, cookies, candy canes and stuffing with extra gravy, in many areas it also means cooler temperatures.
Although being physically active can help you avoid some holiday weight gain, what should you do if it is too cold or icy outside? Why not beat holiday shoppers to your nearest mall for a morning walk?
Although mall walking can be done by almost anyone, it tends to be most popular among people middle-aged and older. This isn’t surprising because malls have features that make walking in them particularly appealing Read More
NMPHA Health Policy Legislative Forum Friday
New Mexico Mental Health Rankings Rise
Los Alamos National Laboratory: Computer Simulations Reveal Roots Of Drug Resistance
Letter To The Editor: Government Should Fund Development Of New Antibiotics
This is a response to the Post’s recent article (link) from NMDOH concerning antibiotic use, as well as an earlier article that was run concerning sepsis.
About two and a half years ago, I went into the ER with a sore throat and a low-grade fever. I was concerned that I might have strep and they gave me the standard test. It came back negative. The doctor said that it must be viral, so he sent me home with no medication. He suggested that I take some Tylenol for the fever.
Three days later, I went back to the ER. I had to stop three times walking across the LAMC parking lot to
NMDOH Urges New Mexicans To Be Antibiotics Aware
NMDOH News:
The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) joins the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in participating in Be Antibiotics Aware, an educational campaign that encourages patients, families and healthcare professionals to be aware of antibiotics by learning about safe antibiotic prescribing and use.
Antibiotics are a key tool in preventing, treating and eliminating bacterial diseases in both humans and animals. They are only needed for treating certain infections caused by bacteria. Antibiotics do not work against viral infections, such as the cold or flu. Read More
LANL: First Efficacy Study Announced For HIV-1 Preventive ‘Mosaic’ Vaccine
Luján Pushes Funding For Opioid Treatment
Alzheimer’s Semipostal Fundraising Stamp Dedicated
LAMC’s Rachel Allen Earns 2017 Mercy Award
From left, LAMC Human Resource Director Jacqui Carroll, 2017 Mercy Award recipient Rachel Allen and CEO John Whiteside at Thursday’s special recognition event. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
Los Alamos Medical Center Patient Access Representative Rachel Allen was selected to receive this year’s Mercy Award from LifePoint, the hospital’s parent company.
At a special gathering Thursday at LAMC, Human Resource Director Jacqui Carroll said Allen has been employed at the hospital just a little more Read More
LAVNS Earns HealthInsight New Mexico Award
LAVNS staff celebrates receiving the HealthInsight New Mexico recognition award. Courtesy photo
LAVNS News:
Los Alamos Visiting Nurse Service, Inc. staff celebrates receiving the HealthInsight New Mexico recognition award for ranking in the top 25 percent nationally on Home Health Care Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems. LAVNS is the only agency to receive this award in Northern New Mexico.
The not-for-profit Home Health and Hospice Agency provides intermittent skilled nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech and language pathology, medical Read More
On The Job In Los Alamos: LAMC Advisory Board
On the job in Los Alamos are members of the Los Alamos Medical Center Advisory Board who met with senior management and medical staff Thursday evening at the hospital. From left, Advisory Board members Geoff Rodgers and Ben Stone, Chief Nursing Officer Lisa Wallace, Interim Chief Financial Officer Jim McGonnell, Board Chair Chuck McCullough, LAMC CEO John Whiteside, Senior Executive Assistant Vicki Martinez, Human Resource Director Jacqui Carroll, board member Patricia Ensberg and Dr. Monica Snowden. Not pictured, Dr. Josiah Child (attended by phone), board members Carol A. Clark (taking Read More