Healthcare

LAMC Kicks Off New Free Community Seminar Series With: ‘Active Lifestyles And ACLs’ Feb. 12 At SALA Event Center

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LAMC News:

Community members are invited to attend the first entry in a new free health seminar series hosted by Los Alamos Medical Center (LAMC) at SALA Event Center.

The first talk, presented by Tania Pence, DO, Orthopedic Surgeon and Sports Medicine Specialist, is titled “Active Lifestyles And ACLs” at 6 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 12. 

Attendees will be able to enjoy refreshments, prizes, socialize, meet a subject matter expert and learn about their health. They can do so all while enjoying SALA, a vibrant community event center at 2551 Central Ave.

Individuals interested in attending are asked Read More

Free Online Classes Available From County Library System

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COUNTY News:

Los Alamos Public Library System now offers access to more than 150 live and on-demand GetSetUp classes through its website, losalamoslibrary.org.

No library card is required to access these free classes.

The New Mexico State Library is excited to provide this new learning platform, GetSetUp, thanks to funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The State Library has partnered with public libraries statewide to make this valuable resource available to all New Mexico residents.

GetSetUp’s digital literacy courses include basic overviews for using Microsoft, Apple, Read More

New Mexico Legislators Introduce ‘Inclusion In Healthcare Act’ To Address Provider Shortage And Expand Patient Access To Non-Pharmacological Pain Treatment

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From New Mexico Senate Democrats:

SANTA FE – New Mexico State Senators Linda Trujillo and Peter Wirth today announced the introduction of the “Inclusion in Healthcare Act” legislation designed to address New Mexico’s critical healthcare provider shortage by expanding insurance coverage to include licensed naprapaths, chiropractors, and acupuncturists.

The proposed bill models language from the Affordable Care Act, which prohibits discrimination against licensed healthcare providers working within their scope of practice. The legislation would ensure that insurance Read More

Dannemann: It’s Time For The State To Act

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By MERILEE DANNEMANN
Triple Spaced Again
© 2025 by Merilee Dannemann

The state of our Union is frightening. That is why we need New Mexicans to engage intensively at the state and local level. We are at a moment of unprecedented contradictions.

Yet again, as in Iraq in 2003, a Republican president has found alleged justification for using military force to remove the president of another nation. The contradiction is apparent.

Near-universal public opinion seems to be that Nicolas Maduro was an evil dictator and Venezuela is better off without him, but President Trump had no legal justification Read More

Social Services In-Person Office Hours Jan. 21 In White Rock

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COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County Social Services Division is offering convenient evening hours at the White Rock Branch Library to better assist people who may not be able to meet during regular business hours.

Community members who need assistance with housing services, utility payments, food instability, or connections to other resources in the county are encouraged to stop by for a one-on-one meeting to learn how Social Services may be able to help.

No appointment is necessary.

The Social Services staff will be available monthly at the White Rock Public Library in a study room on the third Read More

SB3 Behavioral Health Reform And Investment Act Executive Committee Meeting Jan. 20

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HCA News:

Behavioral Health Reform and Investment Act Executive Committee Meeting 8-10 a.m., Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026, at New Mexico Health Care Authority, Behavioral Health Services Division, 37 Plaza La Prensa, Santa Fe, NM  87507.

The New Mexico Health Care Authority and the Administrative Office of the Courts announce the fifth meeting of the Executive Committee established under the Behavioral Health Reform and Investment Act (Senate Bill 3).

The Committee continues to shape the structure, cadence, and regional implementation of this landmark legislation, bringing together all Read More

Documents Added To LANL Electronic Public Reading Room

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LANL News:

The following documents have been added to the Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) Electronic Reading Room.

The document(s) have been submitted to fulfill one or more requirements of the Los Alamos National Laboratory.

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Notice: New Mexico Environmental Improvement Board To Hold Rulemaking Hearing Expected To Last Approximately Three Days Beginning March 23

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NMED News:

The New Mexico Environmental Improvement Board (“EIB”) will hold a public hearing beginning at 9 a.m., March 23, 2026, to consider EIB 25-77 (R) – In the Matter of Proposed Repeal and Replacement of 20.2.71 NMAC – Operating Permit Emissions Fees and 20.2.75 NMAC – Construction Permit Fees.

The hearing will last as long as required to hear all testimony, evidence, and public comment, and is expected to last approximately three days.

The EIB may deliberate and make a decision on the proposed regulatory changes at the conclusion of the hearing or may convene a meeting after the hearing Read More

New Mexico Aging And Long-Term Services Department To Present $109.7 Million Budget Focused On Expanding Senior Services And Supporting Caregivers To Legislature

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ALTSD News:

SANTA FE — Next week, the New Mexico Aging and Long-Term Services Department (ALTSD) will ask lawmakers to approve a $109.7 million budget for fiscal year 2027, which focuses on expanding senior services and supporting caregivers.

“This budget reflects what we’re hearing from communities across New Mexico: older adults, adults with disabilities and caregivers need reliable services they can count on,” ALTSD Secretary Emily Kaltenbach said. “By investing in caregiving, meals and transportation services today, this will help us keep older New Mexicans safe, mobile and supported Read More

County Shares Pilot Light Safety Tips During Cold Weather

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COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County shares pilot light safety to keep in mind this winter.

The following tips should be taken when a pilot light goes out during cold weather:

          • Do not try to relight it right away if you smell gas;
          • Ventilate the area and leave the space if a gas odor is present;
          • Follow manufacturer instructions before relighting;
          • If unsure or the light won’t stay lit, call a qualified technician; and
          • Use safe alternate heating sources – never use ovens or grills for heat.
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