Category: Wellness
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Guidance for a spooky, safe Halloween
Kids of all ages love the magic of Halloween.
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Precaución: Los productos de fisicoculturismo pueden ser peligrosos (Bilingual Post)
Sus amigos del gimnasio no se cansan de hablar de los productos de fisicoculturismo que han estado tomando para aumentar la masa muscular y la fuerza.
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October 20-26 is National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week: Protect yourself and your family from lead poisoning
Exposure to lead can result in serious illness and could require immediate medical attention.
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RSV season is here, time to immunize the most vulnerable
Respiratory season is among us, and Respiratory Syncytial Virus immunizations are now available for older adults and pregnant people.
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Renewed public health order targets congenital syphilis uptick
Alarmingly, there were 16 fetal deaths and one infant death related to congenital syphilis reported to the health department in 2023.
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October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month–Local High School Athletes Demonstrate Awareness
These two competitors exemplified what makes high school athletics so much more than just a game—they demonstrated the power of community and compassion.
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DEA, IACLEA, and NASPA Team Up for Take Back Day on College Campuses! (Las Cruces Area Public Safety Agencies Look at Whole Community)
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is Saturday, October 26, 2024 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (local time) at locations nationwide.
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It’s a Good Time to Get Your Flu Vaccine
Flu viruses typically spread in fall and winter, with activity peaking between December and February.
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SAY BOO TO THE FLU – AT NO COST TO YOU ON OCTOBER 19
There is no charge for the vaccinations, but anyone with insurance should bring their insurance card, including Medicaid or Medicare with them.
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Now Available: Updated COVID-19 vaccine and free at-home tests
Protection from previous vaccination or infection weakens over time, so it’s important to get the updated COVID-19 vaccine now to stay protected.
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Tai Chi Class Offered on Tuesdays at Branigan
Originating in ancient China, tai chi is one of the most effective exercises for a healthy mind and body.
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Medicare Open Enrollment starts October 15
Check star ratings to compare the quality of different health & drug plans.
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Flu season arrives in New Mexico
The New Mexico Department of Health’s (NMHealth) Scientific Laboratory Division confirms the first patients testing positive for seasonal flu, with NMHealth also aware of elevated numbers of flu cases in the Northwest part of the state.
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DEA Issues Warning About Illegal Online Pharmacies
Often these illegal, online websites use U.S. website addresses and professional-looking designs to appear legitimate when, in fact, they are not.
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October 23 or 28: County Offers Mental Health First Aid Classes
Mental Health First Aid will help you identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illness and substance abuse disorders.
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Make safe sleep a priority for your baby
On average, 20 infant deaths occurred each year in New Mexico between 2018 and 2022 from sleep-related causes.
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September 28 was World Rabies Day: Protect your pets with vital vaccinations
Rabies kills over 70,000 people a year worldwide, including some 30,000 children, mostly as a result of dog bites.
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Chair Laughter Yoga Classes Offered at Branigan Wednesdays (Call to Confirm)
A typical class will include breathing exercises, chanting, improv and aspects of yoga to help you relax and laugh.
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NMHealth issues health advisory following NMHU investigations
The New Mexico Department of Health (NMHealth) urges New Mexican workers to be aware of any occupational hazards or exposures tied to their jobs.
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Falling is a leading cause of injury in older New Mexicans
More than 17% of New Mexicans are 65 years or older. By 2030 New Mexico is projected to rank 4th in the nation in the percentage of population aged 65 or older.
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Recent Developments in Dietary Supplement Science–Macular Degeneration
The Age-Related Eye Disease Studies (AREDS and AREDS2) were landmark clinical trials sponsored by the NIH National Eye Institute and co-funded by ODS and other NIH institutes and centers.
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Watch Out for Weed This National Suicide Prevention Week
September 8 – September 14, 2024 was National Suicide Prevention Week.
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Can you spot the difference?
Not knowing whether or not your medication contains fentanyl could cost you your life.
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New Mexico suicide death rates remain relatively unchanged
New Mexico 2022 suicide death numbers remained relatively the same compared to 2021 with 520 deaths in 2021 and 513 deaths in 2022. Suicide continues to be a serious and persistent public health threat in New Mexico.
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Mental Health Struggles Among Older Adults During the Pandemic
Older adults experienced fewer mental health challenges than younger adults during the COVID-19 pandemic but new research shows anxiety and depression levels among those 65 and older varied depending on their demographic characteristics and economic well-being.
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Three out of five New Mexicans know someone with an opioid use disorder
Overdose Awareness Day is an opportunity to learn how to help.
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City of Las Cruces sends Memorial Medical Center Notice of Breach
At a news conference Friday morning, Las Cruces City Manager Ikani Taumoepeau addressed a Notice of Material Breach that was delivered to Memorial Medical Center and LifePoint Health on Thursday, August 30, 2024.
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Sierra Stain Recalls Tattoo Pigments Because of Possible Health Risk
Sierra Stain LLC of Carson City, Nevada is recalling 3 water-based tattoo pigments, because they are contaminated with high concentrations of microorganisms which present a health concern to consumers.
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Free COVID Tests will be available the end of September–New COVID Vaccine Arrives in a few weeks
It was announced last week the return of free COVID-19 tests for Americans, set to begin in late September.
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Overdose Prevention Education & Naloxone Training (September 12)
This class is open to the public and all ages are welcome.
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County Offers Overdose Prevention Education & Naloxone Training (REGISTRATION REQUIRED)
This class is open to the public and all ages are welcome. For more information, call 575-525-5870 or email narcan@donaanacounty.org.
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Skip the Antibacterial Soap; Use Plain Soap and Water
When you buy soaps and body washes, do you reach for products labeled “antibacterial” hoping they’ll keep your family safer?
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Cooling Stations Open Through Saturday – The City of Las Cruces
With daytime temperatures expected to remain high over the next few days, the City of Las Cruces will keep its cooling stations open through Saturday.
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Vacunas para niños: una guía para padres y cuidadores (Bilingual Post)
Las vacunas han contribuido a una reducción significativa de muchas enfermedades infecciosas infantiles, como la difteria, el sarampión y Haemophilus influenzae tipo b (Hib).
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Inside the Ketamine Crisis – That Young Women Are Struggling With
Cosmopolitan Magazine takes on one aspect of the drug crisis gripping America’s young women.
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Stay safe; stay cool. Heat advisory issued for most of the state
The New Mexico Department of Health (NMHealth) urges New Mexicans to take precautions to avoid heat-related illnesses.