Statewide counts. Shown are the cumulative numbers of tests, diagnoses, and deaths in New Mexico. Created by Eli Ben-Naim
New diagnoses. Shown is the number of new diagnoses, reported daily. Created by Eli Ben-Naim
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Healthcare
New Mexico COVID-19 Cases At 1,711 With 7 New Deaths
STATE News:
SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials announced this afternoon 115 additional positive tests for COVID-19.
The number of positive tests for COVID-19 in Los Alamos County remains at 6.
The update today also includes seven additional deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
Per the New Mexico Department of Health, the most recent cases announced today include:
- 24 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 2 new cases in Chaves County
- 2 new cases in Cibola County
- 1 new case in Colfax County
- 7 new cases in Doña Ana County
- 2 new cases in Eddy County
- 1 new case in Grant County
- 51 new cases in McKinley
Heinrich Updates COVID-19 Response Efforts In New Mexico
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) held a teleconference Thursday with New Mexico-based reporters to answer questions and discuss the latest on efforts to assist New Mexicans impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
A recording of Heinrich’s remarks can be found HERE.
Sen. Heinrich’s remarks are below:
Hi everyone, and thank you for joining for my weekly update on our ongoing response to the coronavirus pandemic and its economic consequences.
I’d like to start with some positive stories.
This past weekend, communities all Read More
‘Sew Many Masks’ Serving Local Medical Community
By DIANE HAMMON
Sew Many Masks
Los Alamos
“Sew Many Masks” is a group of approximately 25 seamstresses who are providing much needed face masks to our healthcare providers and medical community during the COVID-19 crisis.
They have donated to Los Alamos Medical Center, MANNM, Los Alamos Family Practice, Trinity Urgent Care, The Children’s Clinic, Sombrillo Nursing Home, Aspen Ridge, Los Alamos Visiting Nurses, Los Alamos Fire Department and Los Alamos Police Department.
They also are working on Surgical Scrub Caps for nurses at the Espanola Hospital, which is a Regional Covid-19 designated Read More
Stay-Home, Stay-Busy Options Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
Sunrise breaks over the plains at the Very Large Array. Courtesy/NRAO/AUI/NSF
STATE News:
- New Mexico institutions offer virtual crafts, music and more
SANTA FE – State agencies are offering plenty of distractions for New Mexicans stuck at home for another weekend amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Crafts, concerts and kitchen chemistry are just a few of the activities the New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs and the Tourism Department have prepared. Here’s a list of some of the things you can do this weekend – without leaving home:
Go shopping – online – using the Tourism Department’s
State Launches Portal With More COVID-19 Data
STATE News:
The state of New Mexico has launched a portal with more COVID-19 data specific to positive cases and testing in the state.
The data dashboard includes county-by-county breakdowns of positive cases by age, gender and ethnicity. The portal also includes reporting about testing by county.
The state Department of Health has conducted extensive testing in Native American communities where clusters of illness have been identified, which at least in part explains the disproportionate share of the Native American population in the state’s total positive tests.
The state will endeavor Read More
Pondering Social Distancing On Valle Grande Trail
The essence of social distancing can be found on the Valle Grande Trail off N.M. 4. Relaxing on the Valle begs for contemplation, and possibly some sort of clarity regarding our current situation, and a great spot for a picnic. It’s only a 2-mile round trip and a pretty good hike back up to the highway, but it’s well worth it. Photo by Jim O’Donnell Read More
McQuiston: COVID-19 And Car Insurance
By ALLEN MCQUISTON
The Jemez Agency
The coronavirus pandemic has forced people to spend more time at home, resulting in a lot less driving.
Car insurance companies are recognizing how these changes are affecting Americans and how they are driving. Less miles being driven means less accidents and less claims.
Just in the last week or so, several insurance companies have stated they will be refunding a portion of premiums back to consumers.
Here is a list of companies that I have seen offer refunds. There may be more or more to come, but as of this writing, the companies are:
- Safeco;
- Liberty Mutual;
Mom Creates Joyful Birthday Despite Social Distancing
Amparo Wulf wanted to make her daughter Margo’s 12th birthday special despite the ‘home town shut down’, so she conspired with 11 families to make the day grand. She dropped off baggies with crafts for friends to make colorful posters a week before the big day. On her birthday, Margo’s friends lined the street waving their posters, holding balloons and blowing whistles. They sang happy birthday as the birthday girl rode by in the sole car of a specially designed parade. ‘I thought the experience was outstanding,’ Margo said. ‘My mom was vague when I’d ask her questions about why she was decorating Read More
Los Alamos JJAB Launches Community Gift Card Program
JJAB News:
…Connecting, Los Alamos and White Rock, community members in need with gift cards to local restaurants
Would you like to support a local restaurant and help a community member?
During the pandemic, we are all looking for ways to assist others. Los Alamos JJAB has developed the Community Gift Card Program to do just that, assist community members in need, recognize helpers in our community, and support local eating establishments.
How does the program work? Gift cards are purchased, by community members, directly from the participating local restaurants. Currently, Secret Read More
