Healthcare

Family YMCA’s Holistic Winter Wellness Program: A Multidisciplinary Approach To Whole-Person Wellness

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YMCA News:

Beginning Feb. 1, the Family YMCA will host the Holistic Winter Wellness Program. The program blends four complementary modalities led by experienced practitioners:

Conscious Connected Breathwork

Led by Tessa D, this 75-minute guided breathwork session uses music, affirmations, and mindful breathing to quiet the mind and open the heart. Participants experience deep relaxation while supporting nervous-system regulation, improved sleep, reduced anxiety, and increased energy and emotional clarity.

Sound Bath Meditation

Facilitated by Amber Word, this 90-minute immersive Read More

New Documents Added To Los Alamos Legacy Cleanup Contract Electronic Public Reading Room

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LANL News:

New documents have been added to the Los Alamos Legacy Cleanup Contract Electronic Public Reading Room.

All legacy cleanup documents required to be posted after April 30, 2018, are available on the site linked above.

For legacy cleanup documents that were posted prior to April 30, 2018, please visit the LANL electronic public reading room.

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Possible Measles Exposure Linked To Travel In Albuquerque

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NMDOH News:

SANTA FE — A traveler from South Carolina who was diagnosed with measles spent a night in Albuquerque, leading to potential measles exposure in that area.  

The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) reports the traveler stayed at the Quality Inn, 450 Paisano St. NE, from 11:45 p.m. Dec. 28, 2025, through 7 a.m. Dec. 29, 2025. 

“This situation reminds us there continue to be active measles cases across the United States,” Dr. Miranda Durham, NMDOH Chief Medical Officer said. “The measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine remains the best protection against measles.”  

If you were Read More

State HCA Announces $1 Million In Grant Funding Available To Strengthen New Mexico’s Primary Care Workforce

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HCA News:

SANTA FE — New Mexico’s primary care providers are encouraged to apply for grant funding to establish or expand residency programs and support primary care provider workforce.  

The Health Care Authority (HCA) will award $1 million in funding beginning July 1, 2026. Allocations will depend upon the number of applications received, funding requested and availability of funds. 

This Graduate Medical Education (GME) grant funding was allocated by the 2025 New Mexico Legislature in House Bill 480.  

Grant applications open at 8 a.m., Jan. 2, 2026, and will be posted on the HCA GME Grant Read More

SFCC To Host Ask, Be Present, Connect – ABC Suicide Prevention Partner Class In Municipal Building Jan. 9

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SFCC News:

If one of your New Year’s intentions is to lean into community, here is a great first step. You can make a difference by learning how to reach out to people who are struggling and strengthen community connections.

The first public class of the New Year is coming up at 9 a.m., Friday, Jan. 9 in the Los Alamos County Municipal Building, Room 330.

Ask, Be Present, Connect – ABC Suicide Prevention Partner Class is a 60 minute class that addresses how to prevent suicide. During the class you will learn about the common causes of suicidal behavior, the warning signs of suicide, and Read More

Be A Lifesaver During National Blood Donor Month

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VITALANT News:

ALBUQUERQUE — This January, nonprofit Vitalant is calling on all generous blood donors to be a lifesaver during National Blood Donor Month. Vitalant is grateful for all blood donors who are especially vital at the start of a new year, following the holiday weeks when office and school blood drives are scarce and busy schedules cause a dip in donations.

As a special thanks between Jan. 5-Feb. 8, Vitalant is giving donors 26 chances to win $500* to start off 2026.

Giving blood is just one way to make a lifesaving difference. Thomas Williams has long helped patients by donating blood Read More

Two New Businesses Open In Los Alamos: Los Alamos Mold Inspectors And Charisma Healing LLC

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Partner and environmental health advocate Jessica Hoffland operates Charisma Healing LLC, and Los Alamos Mold Inspectors Co-owner and lead inspector Dennis Morrison. Courtesy photo

BUSINESS News:

Los Alamos Mold Inspectors — a medically-informed residential and commercial mold inspection service — is expanding education and support for residents who experience worsening symptoms in winter months or while spending extended time indoors.

Co-owner and lead inspector Dennis Morrison provides thorough, evidence-based mold inspections, moisture mapping, and environmental sampling Read More

County: Tips On Dressing For Safety In Cold Weather

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COUNTY News:

According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) website, the best way to avoid hypothermia and frostbite is to stay warm and dry indoors and outdoors.

If you must go outside, dress for safety; wear several layers of loose-fitting, lightweight, warm clothing. Trapped air between the layers will insulate you.

Remove layers to avoid sweating and chill.

Outer garments should be tightly woven, water repellent and hooded. Wear a hat because much of your body heat can be lost from your head.

Cover your mouth to protect your lungs from extreme cold. Mittens, snug Read More

DEA Extends Telemedicine Flexibilities To Ensure Continued Access To Care Through Dec. 31, 2026

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Assistant Administrator Cheri Oz
DEA Diversion Control Division

DEA News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration, in partnership with the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), has issued a Fourth Temporary Extension of the COVID-19 Telemedicine Flexibilities for the Prescription of Controlled Medications, extending the current telemedicine flexibilities .

Under these telemedicine flexibilities, DEA-registered practitioners are permitted to remotely prescribe Schedule II-V controlled medications via audio-video telemedicine encounters, Read More

DEA: Explore Drug Facts This Holiday Season

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DEA News:

As 30 Days of Drug Facts comes to an end this December, the DEA encourages the community to take time to learn about drugs.

When you know the risks and effects, you can prevent misuse, avoid harmful interactions, and recognize warning signs early to help those in need.

Accurate information also protects against the danger of hearing incorrect information from your peers or through social media. Education strengthens both you and your community’s safety by lowering crime and health issues linked to drug abuse.

DEA.gov offers many drug fact sheets where you can find descriptions of a Read More