“Delivering quality healthcare to New Mexico’s population requires a tailored approach that takes into account rural communities, New Mexicans benefiting from Medicaid, and the tens of thousands of public employees in our state,” Gov. Lujan Grisham said.
Category: Healthy New Mexico
Lujan Grisham pushes 50-year Water Action Plan
The governor’s short-term goals included asking lawmakers to approve $500 million for a Strategic Water Supply, $250 million for the Land of Enchantment Conservation Fund and smaller amounts for conservation work, outdoor recreation infrastructure and other projects.
Gateway Center partly open for winter shelter
The Gateway Center in Albuquerque is supposed to be a wide funnel for people who need housing and other health and social services. Skye McMillon found the place is only partially open as winter weather begins blowing into town.
Fighting period poverty
Lack of menstrual products leads to school absence. A New Mexico law addresses the problem, but may not have gone far enough.
New COVID vaccine now available for New Mexicans
It’s fall and that means cold and flu season — and COVID. Health officials are advising another round of vaccine boosters to stay ahead of the virus. Barbara Ramirez reports.
UNM offers Navajo-based wellness program
UNM has started a wellness initiative based in Navajo teachings that is helping students foster their sense of community.
Opioid medication saves mothers and babies. In New Mexico, few get it
Vanessa G. Sánchez investigates why medication for opioid addiction that is life-saving for pregnant women and babies is rarely prescribed.
Study: climate change brings risks for kids
Children are at greater risk to pollutants and various deleterious effects caused by climate change, including behavioral health risks, a new report found.
New Mexico monsoon outlook looks ‘bleak’
After a HOT July, with very little rain, the picture looks the same for August. Unless storms ramp up, expect a drying Rio Grande through Albuquerque