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Risen and Recovered
6+ hour ago (262+ words) A new multi-event Christian addiction initiative starts. A new faith-based movement against addiction kicks off The cornerstone of this initiative is "Risen and Recovered," a weekly event beginning this Saturday at Hope Family Church, 2200 N. Garden Ave. , at 7 p. m. The gathering features…...
The hidden heroes of healthcare
6+ hour ago (340+ words) The leadership of a local hospital joined the laboratory team in recognition of their contributions to patient care. Pictured from left to right are Monica Cervantes, Lucia Meraz, Greenlie Sumile, Esmeralda Lodoza, Laura Ibarra, Nicholas Shirilla and MJ Bevers. A…...
State public health nurse with connection to Roswell honored for excellence
2+ day, 6+ hour ago (227+ words) Gina Fullbright, a registered nurse with NMDOH's Public Health Division's Southwest Region, received the Nursing Excellence Award. She started her career in Roswell. SANTA FE "A longtime New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) nurse practitioner was honored this month for…...
State strengthens SNAP process to help families
2+ day, 6+ hour ago (216+ words) SANTA FE " Starting May 1, New Mexico families enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) will see a new verification process to ensure benefit amounts are determined accurately and households receive the correct level of support they qualify for. The…...
El Paso, Las Cruces rank among the worst US cities for air pollution
2+ day, 18+ hour ago (577+ words) Heavy winds kick up dust and dirt in Las Cruces on Feb. 15, 2022. The El Paso-Las Cruces area ranked among the most air-polluted in the country, according to a new report from the American Lung Association released on Earth Day." The…...
Vision amidst the void
1+ week, 4+ day ago (338+ words) Dr. Richard Sidd conducts an eye exam for a Ukrainian refugee using portable diagnostic equipment. The mission allowed Sidd to distribute hundreds of pairs of glasses donated by the Roswell Lions Club." A Roswell doctor's mission to Warsaw Dr. Richard…...
Spring into wellness | Community | rdrnews. com
2+ week, 2+ day ago (308+ words) Spring in New Mexico is a season of renewal " longer days, warmer temperatures and, of course, wind " and a natural reminder to reset our health habits. This April, let spring be a perfect opportunity to refresh routines that support physical,…...
Department of Health honors National Public Health Week
2+ week, 3+ day ago (230+ words) SANTA FE " New Mexicans can access free vaccinations, reproductive health services, opioid use disorder treatment, nutrition support and children's medical services at public health offices across the state, the New Mexico Department of Health announced in a press release on…...
Alcohol Awareness Month is a time to reflect
2+ week, 3+ day ago (339+ words) A macabre Halloween display that delivered a serious message about alcohol in 2023 fits National Alcohol Screening Day this Friday. SANTA FE " Alcohol-related deaths in New Mexico dropped 23% between 2021 and 2024, the New Mexico Department of Health announced Tuesday as the state…...
Free medical transport for Chaves County now available
3+ week, 6+ hour ago (287+ words) Trans Aero Medevac provides helicopters and planes to transport Chaves County patients free of charge. Trans Aero'Med Evac is now providing patients that need transport to a medical facility outside of Chaves County with free transport. This service joins the…...