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Los Alamos High School Key Clubbers Work With JJAB On Fentanyl Harm Reduction

Los Alamos High School Key Club President Rebecca Li, right, on behalf of the LAHS Key Club, presents a check to JJAB Executive Director Rachel Mohr-Richards for the ‘How to Save a Life’ presentation. Courtesy/LAHS

Key Clubbers raising money for fentanyl harm reduction. Courtesy/LAHS

LAHS News: 

Early in her term as President of the Los Alamos High School Key Club, Rebecca Li listened to the school resource officer talk of the dangers of fentanyl and the resultant deaths of young people.

The LAHS Key Clubbers are part of the Southwest District of Key Club International, and while the district Read More

U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich Cosponsors Legislation To Protect Americans’ Right To Access IVF

U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich

U.S. SENATE News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M) has cosponsored the Access to Family Building Act, which would protect every American’s right to access in-vitro fertilization (IVF) and other assisted reproductive technology (ART) services that millions need to have children.

Introduced by U.S. Senators Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.) and Patty Murray (D-Wash.), this legislation would establish a statutory right to access IVF and other ART services, effectively pre-empting any state effort to limit such access and ensuring no hopeful parent—or Read More

New Mexico Health Officials Announce First Reported Pediatric Flu Death Of 2023-24 Season

NMDOH News:

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) announced Wednesday the state’s first reported influenza-associated pediatric death for the 2023-24 flu season.

Regrettably, a child (5-12 years old) in Bernalillo County died from complications associated with influenza (flu). To protect the family’s privacy, NMDOH will not provide any further information regarding this death. 

“We at the New Mexico Department of Health express our condolences to the child’s family,” NMDOH Sec. Patrick Allen said. “The flu is common but can cause serious illness and even death. I urge Read More

Heinrich, Colleagues Call For Legislative Solution To Protect Access To Medicare Services

U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich

U.S. SENATE News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) called on Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) to advance a legislative solution to support access to Medicare services by avoiding a devastating cut to provider reimbursement rates 

Medicare physician payments were cut by 3.4 percent Jan. 1, 2024. The rising cost of practicing medicine has led some health care professionals to limit the number of Medicare patients they serve and exacerbated the already severe health care provider Read More

UNM Weaving Colors: Autism & Native Community March 20

UNM News:

Alexis M. DeLaCruz, Esq. from the Native American Disability Law Center will present from 1-2:30 p.m., Wednesday, March 20, 2024. 

Title of Session –  Know Your Rights: School Discipline 

This “know your rights” style presentation will provide attendees with an introduction to the education civil rights laws that protect students with disabilities in their schools, including both NM public and charter schools and Bureau of Indian Education (BIE) schools. 

The presentation will ensure attendees understand what school discipline looks like in practice and how to protect Read More

McQuiston: Radon … The Invisible Danger In Your Home

By ALLEN MCQUISTON
Jemez Insurance Agency
Serving Los Alamos Since 1963

Radon. While maybe not as well-known as it cousins carbon monoxide or natural gas, this colorless, odorless, tasteless gas is just as deadly. Produced naturally from the decay of uranium in soil, rock, and water, it has been proven to be the second leading cause of lung cancer next to smoking. Studies show that radon can also cause emphysema, hardening of lung tissue, pneumonia, and chromosomal irregularities that lead to birth defects.

You don’t have to live near a power plant or travel to a foreign country to have exposure Read More

MANNM Welcomes Leah Ramos, FNP-C

Leah Ramos, FNP-C

MANNM News:

Medical Associates of Northern New Mexico (MANNM) welcomes Leah Ramos, FNP-C. She graduated with a Master of Science in Nursing from the Grand Canyon University in October of 2023.

She has great ties with the Los Alamos, Española and Santa Fe communities with her living in Los Alamos and her experience working at the Presbyterian Hospital and the College of Nursing.

MANNM is sad to announce the departure of Susan Skelton, saying, “We are grateful for her care and dedication to her patients and MANNM over the years, and we wish her luck in her new adventures.”

Susan Skelton, Read More

Chamber Of Commerce To Host Community Meet & Greet At Los Alamos Assisted Living Monday Feb. 26

CHAMBER News:

The community is invited to a Meet & Greet at Los Alamos Assisted Living, hosted by the Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce 1-3 p.m. Monday, Feb. 26. 

Los Alamos Assisted Living, formerly known as Aspen Ridge, is at 1010 Sombrillo Court.

The new management team from Canyon Creek Healthcare will be on hand at Monday’s event to meet community members. Melissa Martinez is the executive director for Los Alamos Assisted Living. She has 35 years of experience in the medical field, including Long Term, Assisted Living, Home Health, Hospice, and Hospital. Martinez was general manager Read More

Op/Ed: Shared Grief

By DAVID CREMER
Los Alamos

My wonderful wife is a hospice nurse who has had the profound privilege of taking care of and comforting hundreds of patients as their journey on this earth came to an end. She often heard very poignant stories from her patients during their last days. She heard one of those stories from a retired Los Alamos police officer she was taking care of. It was a story that brought heartfelt tears to both her and the old officer as they talked.

Her relationship with her new patient began in the normal way. She came into his home, introduced herself, and started assessing the health Read More

Heinrich Joins Bipartisan Letter Urging HHS To Renew Efforts To Increase Cervical Cancer Screening Rates

U.S. SENATE News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) joined U.S. Sens. Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.) Roger Marshall (R-Kan.), and 9 colleagues in sending a letter to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) urging the administration to renew its efforts to increase cervical cancer screening rates.

Data from the National Cancer Institute (NCI) shows that cervical cancer incidence in women under the age of 50 has been increasing in recent years, in particular for Hispanic and Tribal communities. In light of these increases in cancer rates, the letter reiterates Read More

Mesa To Mesa Receives Grant From Blue Cross Blue Shield Of New Mexico For Its Low-Income Home Repair Program

Mesa to Mesa, in collaboration with NM Ramp Project and Global Volunteers, build and install a much-needed ramp for a client with mobility issues. Courtesy photo

MESA TO MESA News:

ALBUQUERQUE — Mesa to Mesa announced that it recently received a $20,000 grant from Blue Cross  Blue Shield of New Mexico’s (BCBCNM) Blue Impact SM initiative. The grant will support Mesa to Mesa’s Home Repair from the Heart Program.

Mesa to Mesa provides no-cost home repairs to low-income homeowners, many of whom are elderly or disabled and living in rural locations. The organization collaborates with volunteers Read More

Dannemann: Medical Leave Might Not Work For Ranches

By MERILEE DANNEMANN
Triple Spaced Again

© 2024 New Mexico News Services

Do you think there is workers’ comp insurance coverage on the Yellowstone Ranch? What about paid family and medical leave?

The fictional Yellowstone Ranch is the spectacular starring location of the “Yellowstone” TV series, now running on CBS after first being aired on a streaming network. The show is a 21st-century Western, replete with cowboys, cattle, horses and modern intrigue. People get injured in every episode.

In the last episode of Season 3, several people get shot, but I am more curious about Jimmy, the incompetent Read More

Paid Family And Medical Leave Narrowly Fails House Vote

Rep. Tara Lujan, D-Santa Fe, reacts after the Paid Family and Medical Leave Act failed to pass the house Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2024. Photo by Luis Sánchez Saturno/The New Mexican

Rep. Christine Chandler, D-Los Alamos, one of the sponsors of the Paid Family and Medical Leave Act, speaks on behalf of her bill on the House Floor Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2024. Photo by Luis Sánchez Saturno/The New Mexican

By ROBERT NOTT
The Santa Fe New Mexican

Advocates for a state-run paid family leave program came closer than ever this year to getting something passed in the Legislature, but at the end of the day they were Read More

Heinrich Issues Statement On Vote To Strengthen National Security, Deliver Support To Democratic Allies

U.S. SENATE News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) released the following statement after voting to support an aid package that would strengthen America’s national security by delivering aid to U.S. allies in Ukraine, Israel, and the Indo-Pacific and humanitarian assistance to civilians in Gaza.

“I am pleased the Senate has finally passed bipartisan legislation that will support Ukraine’s ongoing efforts to defend their democracy against Vladimir Putin’s war and deliver aid to Israel and innocent civilians in Gaza. Supporting Ukraine’s fight for freedom and standing Read More

Life After 50: 10 Years And Counting…

The CCO of Pet Pangaea (Crescent) gives Vets With Pets program 2 paws up! Courtesy photo

Village Arts has Taylor Swift coloring books to purchase while dropping off pet supplies. Courtesy photo

By BERNADETTE LAURITZEN
Champions of Youth Ambitions

Our non-profit, Champions of Youth Ambitions (C’YA) will celebrate 10 years in June of 2024.

This year our non-profit will have several new additions to our programs in an attempt to give back. Our goals are to educate community members and provide resources for them to help someone they know who they believe is struggling.

This spring we will start Read More

HHS Approves New Mexico’s Request To Expand Access To Critical Behavioral Health Services Through Mobile Crisis Intervention Teams

HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra

CMS News:

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), approved a proposal from New Mexico for community-based mobile crisis intervention teams to provide Medicaid crisis services.

Wednesday’s announcement is the latest in HHS’ ongoing efforts to support President Biden’s whole-of-government strategy to transform mental health services for all Americans — a key part of the President’s Unity Agenda.

New Mexico is the 15th state to expand access to community-based mental health and Read More

Veteran Suicide Prevention Bill Passes New Mexico House

The Roundhouse in Santa Fe. Post file photo

STATE News:

  • New program would raise awareness for healthcare resources and programs
    available to veterans and service members

SANTA FE – The New Mexico House of Representatives on Saturday passed House Bill 298, which would establish the Service Members and Veterans Suicide Prevention Program. 

This new program would aim to reduce suicide deaths among New Mexico’s service members and veterans by raising awareness of the issue and improving access to suicide prevention, behavioral health, and mental health resources.

“New Mexico tragically Read More

Health Of New Mexicans To Be Center Stage At Roundhouse

NMDOH News:

SANTA FE — Efficient and innovative ways to improve the health of all New Mexicans will be highlighted at the New Mexico Legislature at the 9th Annual Public Health Day at the State Capitol 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday, Feb. 12. 

Threads of Wellness: A Tapestry of Public Health is this year’s theme to highlight the intricate fabric of public health, enriched by the wisdom of the Indigenous perspective. Public Health Day will showcase DOH’s programs and services and the efforts of community organizations statewide to better provide broad health care opportunities for all people statewide. Read More

Heinrich Leads Bipartisan Letter To FDA Urging Agency To Take Necessary Steps To Tackle Opioid Epidemic

U.S. SENATE News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Friday, U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Chairman of the Senate Appropriations Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Subcommittee, along with Sens. Mike Braun (R-Ind.), Ed Markey (D-Mass.), Angus King (I-Vt.), and Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.), led a letter to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) urging the agency to include Medications for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD), specifically buprenorphine and methadone, in its List of Essential Medicines, an action that would significantly help health care providers Read More

House Passes Bill To Stabilize Healthcare Affordability Fund

House Majority Whip Reena Szczepanski

NMDP News:

SANTA FE — The House of Representatives approved important legislation Thursday to ensure affordable health insurance plans remain available for tens of thousands of New Mexicans by a bipartisan vote of 51-14.

House Bill 7 would allow for ongoing, stable distributions to the Healthcare Affordability Fund, so the important programs it funds can continue.

The Affordability Fund, which was created in 2021, has helped tens of thousands of New Mexicans afford quality health insurance coverage on the Exchange and created an avenue for thousands Read More

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