Providers Say Health Department Slow To Give Out Funds For School Health Centers
Dan Frampton, board president of Breaking the Silence New Mexico, fears his organization will run out of money by mid-February and says it is owed $50,000 from the New Mexico Department of Health. Frampton, a licensed clinical social worker, provides suicide prevention services and mental health education to students across the state. ‘We literally save lives by the work we do,’ he said. Gabriela Campos/The New Mexican
By MARGARET O’HARA
The Santa Fe New Mexican
ALBUQUERQUE — Dan Frampton expects his organization will be out of money by mid-February.
Frampton, a licensed clinical social Read More
LAMC Honors Five Physicians With Emeritus Status
Los Alamos Medical Center recently honored five physicians with emeritus status: Drs. Lawrence Goddard, Michael Jackson, Bradley Rowberry, Mike Nichols and David Church (not pictured). “Each of these physicians dedicated over 30 years of their lives to the care and service of the people of Northern New Mexico and Los Alamos Medical Center,” said LAMC Chief of Staff Justin L. Green, MD, PhD, MBA, FACS. “They were and are truly giants in the medical community and exemplify the very finest character and professionalism in our field. Though now retired from active practice, they continue to serve Read More
Santa Fe Community College’s Nurses Association Club To Host Blood Drive With Vitalant Tuesday Feb. 6
SFCC News:
Santa Fe Community College’s (SFCC) Student Nurses Association Club will host a Vitalant Blood Drive, noon to 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 6 in SFCC Board Room 223, 6401 Richards Ave.
Please bring your photo ID.
To schedule a blood donation, visit https://bit.ly/SNABloodDrive.
For more information, email HChase@vitalant.org or call 505.246.1498.
Walk-ins are welcome. Read More
Op/Ed: Excluding Volunteer Firefighters From New Mexico’s Cancer Presumptive Law Poses Serious Health Risks
By JONATHAN SHARP
Chief Financial Officer
Environmental Litigation Group, P.C.
Without a doubt, firefighting is one of the most dangerous occupations in the world. Firefighters are susceptible to smoke inhalation, burns, and crush injuries from collapsing structures. However, a more insidious health threat they regularly face is toxic exposure, which is often responsible for cancer.
When extinguishing blazes, firefighters can breathe in formaldehyde, asbestos, benzene, carbon monoxide, as well as perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances. Often dubbed PFAS or “forever Read More
NMSP: Peñasco Couple Arrested For Abuse Of Newborn
NMSP News:
PEÑASCO — Jan. 11, the New Mexico State Police (NMSP) Investigations Bureau was called to a home in Peñasco to investigate child abuse involving a newborn baby.
Agents learned that officers responded to a home in Peñasco after receiving an anonymous report that a child may be in danger. At the house, officers spoke with the mother, Darlene Gonzales, 35, and her husband, Ronald Gonzales, 40.
Darlene told officers she had given birth to a baby boy Jan. 10 in the living room of the home. A doctor had not examined the baby, and the baby had not received any medical care. Officers noticed the baby Read More
New Mexico State Police Ofc. Joe Sierra Prevents Overdose
NMSP News:
SANTA CLARA — At approximately 2:30 a.m., Jan. 16, 2024, New Mexico State Police Ofc. Joe Sierra was dispatched to an address on Fort Bayard Street in Santa Clara in reference to an apparent drug overdose.
Once on scene, Ofc. Sierra immediately recognized a male subject on the ground who was unresponsive but with a pulse. Ofc. Sierra rolled the male on his side and administered one dose of Naloxone (Narcan). The male remained unconscious and a second dose of Narcan was given.
Ofc. Sierra began giving sternum rubs but they were unsuccessful. EMS arrived on scene and gave two more additional Read More
Key Clubbers To Describe ‘How To Save A Life’ Project At Kiwanis Meeting Monday Evening In Kelly Hall At TOTH
Scene from LAHS Key Club hosting their ‘How to Save a Life’ educational program highlighting the dangers of Fentanyl held Nov. 14 at SALA. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com
Scene from LAFD Capt. Robert Fuselier speaking to students about the dangers of Fentanyl during LAHS Key Club’s ‘How to Save a Life’ program held Nov. 14 at SALA. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.comState Lawmakers To Join Postcard-Signing Event To Rouse Support For Autism Legislation Jan. 20
STATE News:
ALBUQUERQUE — Several state legislators – including Representatives Joshua Hernandez, Kathleen Cates, Liz Thompson and Sen. Linda Lopez – will join the Garza owned McDonald’s and Elevate the Spectrum to host a postcard signing-event on Saturday, Jan. 20 in an effort to impact change for those with autism.
The public is strongly encouraged to participate. The event will take place 2-4 p.m. at McDonald’s on 5700 McMahon Blvd.
Pre-filled postcards will be made available where the public need only add their address.
Volunteers will then send the postcards to the appropriate Read More
New Mexico Community Experts Urge Lawmakers To Rethink Approach To Crime Amid Renewed Calls For Harsh Penalties
ACLU Public Policy Director Nayomi Valdez
NM SAFE News:
ALBUQUERQUE — Leading experts and advocates associated with the NM SAFE coalition held a press conference Wednesday urging legislators to rethink their approach to crime ahead of the 2024 legislative session.
Amid renewed calls for punitive policies, professionals working to address addiction, homelessness, and youth violence, called on lawmakers to focus on proven solutions that tackle the root causes of crime and invest in families and the future of New Mexico.
“It is our hope that the legislature will commit to bolstering investments Read More
Los Alamos Medical Center Recognized For Excellence With ACC Chest Pain Center Reaccreditation
LAMC News:
- LAMC provides necessary care, resources to patients with heart attack symptoms
The American College of Cardiology has recognized Los Alamos Medical Center (LAMC) for its demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating patients with chest pain. The hospital was awarded Chest Pain Center Reaccreditation in November 2023 based on rigorous onsite evaluation of the staff’s ability to evaluate, diagnose and treat patients who may be experiencing a heart attack.
As an accredited Chest Pain Center, LAMC has committed to a higher standard of care for emergency cardiac services, Read More
State Releases Results For LAPS Waste Water Drug Testing
Courtesy image
STATE News:
The Governor’s Office and New Mexico Environment Department, to ensure the health and safety of school communities, launched an innovative wastewater testing program in public schools across the state. This program is intended to serve as a proactive measure to detect and address drug use among the school population.
The results for Los Alamos Public Schools (LAPS) waste water testing for drugs was released Tuesday.
“We cooperated with the state in this initiative voluntarily. We know that it is important to gather information on drug use in our community from Read More
NM Environment Department To Offer Voluntary Testing For PFAS For Clovis Residents, Cannon AFB Personnel
Environment Secretary James Kenney
NMED News:
Contractor sought to administer testing program this spring
CLOVIS — This spring, the New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) will offer Clovis residents living near Cannon Air Force Base and Base personnel the opportunity to have their blood tested for specified per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) free of charge.
NMED issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a contractor to administer the PFAS blood testing program and is seeking to host two events where up to 500 adult volunteers residing within four miles of Cannon Air Force Base Read More
Los Alamos Medical Center Welcomes First Baby Of 2024!
Los Alamos Medical Center (LAMC) rang in the new year with its first bundle of joy, Adrina! Weighing 7 pounds and 6.5 ounces, she was born to very proud parents Elena and Joshua Wright at 8:59 p.m. on Jan. 2. The LAMC team, including CEO Tracie Stratton, center, and Chief Nursing Officer Don Hislop, right, sent the happy family home with a special gift basket. Courtesy photo
LAMC rang in the new year with its first bundle of joy, Adrina, born at 8:59 p.m. on Jan. 2. Note: The lights are not hot and were used momentarily to enhance the festive occasion. Courtesy photo Read More
Shin: Happy New Year From Los Alamos Family Eyecare – Advanced Technology Improves Eyecare
By LISA SHIN, O.D.
Owner
Los Alamos Family Eyecare
Dear Friends:
Happy new year! This marks 27 years of providing eye care to this amazing community. I am so grateful for the support!
I am thrilled to announce our latest upgrade in eye technology: Icare Eidon, the first TrueColor Confocal imaging device for ultra-high resolution widefield imaging. For years, I had considered another imaging system, but I did not like the color and image distortion and the very high price tag. The Eidon was much more affordable, and we can pass along the savings to our patients. I never imagined myself owning instruments Read More
New Mexico Health Department Advises Caution As Winter Weather Increases Cold Related Illness, Safety Concerns
NMDOH News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) reminds residents ongoing winter weather in some parts of the state over the next few days can pose health risks and cold related illnesses.
From Oct. 1 to today there have been more than 400 cold related emergency department visits statewide and five deaths reported.
The National Weather Service forecasts in the days ahead blizzard-type conditions as possible in northern areas and higher elevations with snow and blowing snow, and high winds that will drop temperatures statewide.
Vitalant To Host Los Alamos Community Blood Drive Jan. 4-5
Vitalant News:
January is National Blood Donation Month and Vitalant is hosting a blood drive, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 4 and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, Jan. 5 at the First Baptist Church at 2200 Diamond Drive in Los Alamos.
Walk ins are welcome or to sign up for an appointment, go to vitalant.org/donate. Read More
NACo To Host Opioid Settlement Summit Jan. 10
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Association of Counties (NACo) will host a summit Jan. 10 to discuss next steps for the thoughtful use of opioid settlement funds.
The event will bring together intergovernmental partners from the county, state and federal levels to discuss overdose prevention strategies, sustaining momentum from state and local partnerships during opioid litigation, and opportunities for intergovernmental coordination in overdose prevention.
This summit builds on the work Read More
Meadows: Do You Have Health Goals For 2024?
By JENNIFER MEADOWS
Deeply Rooted Nutritional Therapy
Los Alamos
Right now, people are fleshing out their resolutions for 2024, many of which focus on improving health. Losing x-number of pounds and joining a gym or workout program are probably pretty common resolutions.
I’m not much of a resolution maker, but I do keep health goals. They aren’t reserved just for the new year, but are something I hone throughout the seasons.
You might ask, “What’s the difference between a resolution and goal?”
A resolution is a firm decision to change a behavior. “I’m going to do this and not do that.”
A goal however, Read More
Nat’l. Federation Of The Blind Of New Mexico Says Thanks!
By JANET MONTOYA
President
At Large Chapter, NFBNM
nfb.org
As the year comes to an end, the At Large Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind of New Mexico (ALCNFBNM) would like to say thank you and Happy New Year to the White Rock, Los Alamos and surrounding communities.
We also say thank you to the following businesses and individuals that supported us in different ways:
- Bathtub Row Brewing Co-op, Galaxy Nail & Spa, Wolf and Mermaid Enchanted Roasters, Los Alamos History Museum, Samizdat Book Store & Tea House, Los Alamos Reporter, Los Alamos Daily Post, the bakers from Crossroads
LARSO Names Margaret Fox 2023 Employee Of The Year!
LARSO 2023 Employee of the Year Margaret Fox. Courtesy/LARSO
By JACCI GRUNINGER
Executive Director
LARSO
Margaret Fox has been chosen as the Los Alamos Retired and Senior Organization (LARSO) 2023 Employee of the Year.
Margaret has been with LARSO as a driver since March 2023. She consistently goes above and beyond taking care of our seniors at the Center and in Day Out. She is always friendly and comforting, helping anyway she can when our seniors are anxious or scared. Our Day Out members feel safe and confident with Margaret. Margaret is a wonderful member of the LARSO team and the fabulous transportation Read More
