New Mexico Health Care Authority & Administrative Office Of The Courts To Meet Under Behavioral Health Reform And Investment Act Nov. 12
NMSC News:
The New Mexico Health Care Authority and the Administrative Office of the Courts announce the fourth meeting of the Executive Committee established under the Behavioral Health Reform and Investment Act (Senate Bill 3) at 9 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 12.
The Committee continues to shape the structure, cadence, and regional implementation of this landmark legislation, bringing together all three branches of government and community stakeholders to transform behavioral health services statewide. Public participation is encouraged as we work together to build a stronger, more Read More
Charity Chair Yoga Class Honoring Veterans Nov. 10
Scene from a Chair Yoga Class at the Betty Ehart Senior Activity Center. Courtesy/BESAC
COMMUNITY News:
The Betty Ehart Senior Activity Center in Los Alamos will host a special Charity Chair Yoga Class from 2:45–3:30 p.m., Monday, Nov. 10, in recognition of the service and sacrifices of U.S. Veterans.
This community event will raise funds for the Veterans’ Yoga Project, a national nonprofit that supports veterans and their families through yoga, mindfulness, and resilience training. Donations are appreciated, but all are welcome regardless of ability to contribute.
Yoga has long supported Read More
Partridge: Thank You Los Alamos For Supporting The Fight Against Breast Cancer
By NANCY PARTRIDGE
Los Alamos
I would like to thank the Los Alamos community for your support for the fight against Breast Cancer this year.
This is my 25th year raising funds for breast cancer research and treatment, and this year the community came out in force for multiple fundraising events such as the Yard Sale for Breast Cancer, the Concert for Breast Cancer, and Kick for the Cure.
In early June, numerous individuals donated toys, kitchen items, furniture, electronics, bedding, and clothing to be re-sold to raise funds. Additionally, many people shopped at the Yard Sale for Breast Cancer Read More
NMDOH: Public Health Offices To Close For Veterans Day
NMDOH News:
SANTA FE — State public health offices and administrative offices will be closed Tuesday, Nov. 11 in observance of Veterans Day to celebrate and remember all who have served in the military, both in wartime and peacetime.
All New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) offices will reopen as regularly scheduled Wednesday, Nov. 12.
The NMDOH Helpline, 1-833-SWNURSE (1.833.796.8773) will be available during regular business hours, 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., on Veterans Day. The Helpline is staffed by nurses for health questions, health care connections and provider support. Read More
LAMC Invites Community To Meet New Surgeon Nov. 20
Unsung Heroes: Nearly 12 Million Alzheimer’s Caregivers
HEALTHCARE News:
An estimated 3.5% of the U.S. population – more than 11.9 million people – is currently serving as volunteer, unpaid caregivers for their 7.4 million loved ones living with Alzheimer’s disease. This veritable army of spouses, children, siblings, grandchildren, friends and neighbors is giving its time – and often its own money – to care for loved ones living with Alzheimer’s, the last major disease without a prevention or cure.
November is a special month to honor this unique, dedicated group of people. Originally designated as National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month Read More
Op-Ed: New Mexico Needs Common-Sense Malpractice Reform
By Robert McAtee, MD & Elena McAtee, MD
We write to encourage you to urgently ask your State Representative and Senator to pass medical malpractice reform in the next legislative session.
I am an Emergency Medicine Physician in Española and my wife is a Family Medicine Physician here in Los Alamos. We love New Mexico, but we can no longer ignore how our state’s malpractice environment is driving doctors away and making it harder for patients to get timely care.
The numbers are stark. Independent analyses by Think New Mexico demonstrate that New Mexico has one malpractice lawsuit for roughly Read More
New Mexico Environment Department Monitoring Air Quality Following Refinery Fire In Artesia
NMED News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) is monitoring air quality in Artesia following a fire and explosion Friday morning at the HF Sinclair Navajo Refinery.
According to the Artesia Police Department, the fire has been extinguished, and all city and county emergency services have cleared the area. The cause of the explosion remains under investigation.
“We’re working closely with local and state partners to see how this fire might affect air quality,” said Cindy Hollenberg, chief of the NMED Air Quality Bureau. “State teams are on the way to Artesia to take Read More
New Mexico Environment Department & NMDOH Offer Free Domestic Well Water Tests In Las Cruces
NMED News:
DOÑA ANA COUNTY – The New Mexico Environment Department and the New Mexico Department of Health will host a free domestic well water testing event in Las Cruces on Saturday, Nov. 8.
Testing will be available from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Las Cruces at NMSU Ag Day, located at 1780 E. University Ave.
Well water tests typically cost about $150 but will be free to the first 100 participants or while supplies last. Participants must bring their water sample to the event for it to be tested. Test results will be mailed to the households following the event within two to three weeks.
“Private well owners Read More
State Higher Education Department Awards Student Debt Relief To 400+ Health Professionals Working In New Mexico
HED News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Higher Education Department (HED) is awarding student debt relief payments to more than 400 health professionals through the Health Professional Loan Repayment Program.
A total of 1,213 health care professionals in New Mexico are currently receiving student debt relief through the program, including 401 new awardees this year.
The debt relief, totaling $24.4 million, is granted to these awardees on the condition that they conduct their work in high-need communities across the state for a minimum of three years.
The program supports a variety of high-need Read More
Los Alamos County Joins Forces With Community Partners To Launch ‘I Can Help’ Program For Residents In Need
COUNTY News:
Many Los Alamos County community members are facing growing uncertainty due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, rising food costs, and other economic challenges.
In response, Los Alamos County Social Services Division has joined forces with LA Cares, Self-Help, Trinity on the Hill, Los Alamos MainStreet, and other community partners to launch the “I Can Help” program — a collaborative effort to provide emergency food meal kits and coordinate community donations for those in need beginning Nov. 7 at designated locations.
“This program highlights what makes Los Alamos Read More
Española Postpones Decision On Pathways Shelter Overnight Permit, Refers To Independent Hearing Officer … To Continue Providing Overnight Beds Through Jan. 12, 2026
NMCLP News:
- Procedurally unclear referral leaves final decision pending during the coldest months, as community watches to ensure critical winter services remain available
ESPAÑOLA — Following a late-night hearing Tuesday, the Española City Council delayed a final decision on the Pathways Shelter’s special use permit appeal, instead referring the matter to an independent hearing officer who will make a recommendation for the City Council.
The Council also voted to allow the shelter to continue its overnight operations through Jan. 12. Although Pathways remains open overnight for Read More
Mind&Melody President And Co-Founder Cristina Rodriguez Named L’Oréal Paris Women Of Worth
L’Oréal Paris announces the 10 Women Of Worth honorees for 2025. The honorees include Mind&Melody President and Co-Founder Cristina Rodriguez, seated, third from left, Yasmine Arrington Brooks, Mizpah Brown-Rich, Keely Cat-Wells, Amy Bowers Cordalis, Sloane Davidson, Lynne B Hughes, Dr. Anita Ravi, Gloria Umanah and Olivia Zhang. They are joined here by L’Oréal Paris Women of Worth spokeswomen Aja Naomi King, far left, Eva Longoria, seated, third from right, and Helen Mirren, far right. Courtesy photo
Mind&Melody President and Co-Founder Cristina Rodriguez of Los Read More
State Study To Explore Services And Supports For Vulnerable New Mexicans
HCA News:
SANTA FE — New Mexico will study additional opportunities to augment health care and social services for Medicaid members with serious mental illness under a $1 million legislative initiative awarded to Manatt Health Strategies, LLC.
The New Mexico Health Care Authority (HCA) contracted with Manatt Health Strategies, LLC to conduct a comprehensive behavioral health assessment and feasibility study examining how to better serve individuals with serious mental illness or substance use disorders, a population that often relies on emergency interventions.
“New Mexico knows Read More
Los Alamos Chiropractic Center Announces Dr. Joshua Sinberg, D.C. Has Joined Its Team
Dr. Joshua Sinberg, D.C.
HEALTH News:
Los Alamos Chiropractic Center, 557 Oppenheimer Dr., Suite 100, announces that Dr. Joshua Sinberg has joined its team.
Sinberg is an experienced Doctor of Chiropractic with over 20 years of clinical expertise in musculoskeletal health, spinal rehabilitation, and integrative medicine. His background spans private practice, multidisciplinary medical teams, and the surgical device industry, allowing him to bridge chiropractic and medical perspectives in patient care.
Before joining Los Alamos Chiropractic Center, Sinberg served as Associate Read More
Festive Dahlia Brightens Waiting Room At MANNM
A festive dahlia brightens the mood for patients in the waiting room at Medical Associates of Northern New Mexico (MANNM) Tuesday at Los Alamos Medical Center. Photo by Joyce Wolff Read More
Op-Ed: Support For Española Pathways Shelter
By Pastor Russ Hall
Valley View United Methodist
We all know that the pain of addiction, grief, and homelessness runs deeply within this community. We see the symptoms of decades of systems, structures, and neglect that is tearing families apart. We do not have to bring in outsiders to fill the Española Pathways Shelter because it is full with our sons and daughters, nieces and nephews, friends and community members who would otherwise be bereft.
The Española Pathways Shelter is a presence of hope in this community to those who have lost hope. We cannot imagine, nor do we want our community to endure Read More
Seizure Recognition And First Aid Training By Epilepsy Foundation New Mexico Nov. 7
LAMC Hires General Surgeon, CT Tech, Medical Assistants
Los Alamos Medical Center (LAMC) announces the hiring of a new general surgeon, five medical Assistants, and a CT technician. From left, General Surgeon Dr. Ahmed Kandeel, Medical Assistant Alexander Suazo, Medical Assistant Luisa Villalpando, CT Tech Julie Snyder, Medical Assistant Justine Martinez, Medical Assistant Zuleika Ramirez, and Medical Assistant Zac Romero. Find more career opportunities at LAMC at https://www.losalamosmedicalcenter.com/careers. Courtesy/LAMC Read More
Scenes From LAMC’s 2025 Family Trick-Or-Treat Event
Los Alamos Medical Center (LAMC) hosted its annual Trick-or-Treat Halloween event for the community Friday, with department booths set up throughout the hospital’s first floor. Photo by John McHale/ladailyposttest.ortizaudio.net
Scene from LAMC’s annual Trick-or-Treat Halloween event Friday throughout the hospital’s first floor. Photo by John McHale/ladailyposttest.ortizaudio.net
Scene from LAMC’s annual Trick-or-Treat Halloween event Friday throughout the hospital’s first floor. Photo by John McHale/ladailyposttest.ortizaudio.net
Scene from LAMC’s annual Trick-or-Treat Read More