Category: Wellness
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Test Your THC Literacy
Scan the news on marijuana and you’ll likely encounter three letters: THC.
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Datos verídicos sobre los suplementos nutricionales [Video content in English]
Si toma vitaminas o minerales, es probable que esté usando un suplemento nutricional.
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City of Las Cruces to Activate Cooling Stations
With triple-digit temperatures in Las Cruces’ weather forecast for at least a few days this week, the City of Las Cruces will activate cooling stations Wednesday, June 5, and Thursday, June 6, 2024, to aid residents who need relief from the heat.
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DEA Collected more than 300 Tons of Medications with “Take Back Day” Initiative
This spring, DEA and law enforcement partners collected 670,136 pounds of unneeded medications at collection sites across the country.
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Department of Health confirms first cases of measles since 2021
Department conducting contact tracing for people who may have been exposed.
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High Temperatures Hazardous for Children, Pets
With daily high temperatures rising, the Las Cruces police and fire departments remind motorists that excessive heat can cause death or serious injury to people and pets left in an enclosed vehicle.
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Record spring heat sends over 50 New Mexicans to ERs with heat-related illnesses
Since April 1 there have been at least 51 heat-related visits to emergency departments across New Mexico.
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NMHealth is expanding services to help those with opioid use disorder
NMHealth works to promote health and wellness, improve health outcomes, and deliver services to all New Mexicans.
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FDA WARNS: “Don’t Overuse Acetaminophen” (versión español al final)
You have flu symptoms, so you’ve been getting some relief by taking a cough and flu medicine every few hours.
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SUNDAY WELLNESS SPECIAL: Osteoporosis [En Español]
De la Oficina de Salud de la Mujer de la Administración de Alimentos y Medicamentos (English Version Included)
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NM Dept of Health wants you to Prevent the spread of Hepatitis C by getting tested to know your status
The New Mexico Department of Health (NM Health) recognizes May as Hepatitis C Awareness Month and May 19 as Hepatitis Testing Day and encourages all adults in New Mexico to get tested and know their status.
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Tips to Help Charge Medical Devices Safely and Avoid Overheating
The FDA is offering tips to help you charge your medical devices safely. Charging medical devices the wrong way can lead to overheating, which can result in fires, minor injuries, or serious burns.
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Especíal de salud dominical–Consejos para mantenerse seguro bajo el sol: desde la protección solar hasta las gafas de sol
La seguridad contra el sol siempre está en temporada. Es importante proteger nuestra piel de los daños causados por el sol durante todo el año, sin importar el clima.
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NM Dept. of Health: May is a time to celebrate New Mexico’s Nurses
The New Mexico Department of Health (NMHealth) recognizes May as National Nurses Month and in particular May 6-12 as National Nurses Week. Nurses contribute to health in multifaceted ways including as educators, innovators and caregivers and are an essential part of our healthcare system.
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WHAT IS NATIONAL FENTANYL AWARENESS DAY? [Video Content]
Last year, over 70,000 Americans fatally overdosed on illegally made fentanyl.
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NMSU presents ninth annual Public Health Heroes Awards
New Mexico State University’s Department of Public Health Sciences honored three individuals for their work in promoting military health, border health and mental health.
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Fentanyl Awareness Day is May 7: NMDOH highlights overdose prevention
This Fentanyl Awareness Day, the New Mexico Department of Health (NMHealth) is encouraging all New Mexicans to know the signs of fentanyl overdose and the methods of proper response.
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Doña Ana County Health and Human Services wants to talk about physical activity.
Looking for a way to stay active and maintain your health and well-being?
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Just How Effective Are Fentanyl Test Strips? [Video Content]
Some states have shifted from banning fentanyl test strips to colleges requiring them on campus.
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May’s MedTalk will be about Hyperlipidemia (blood lipid profiles, cholesterol, and atherosclerosis)
The presentation will be in the Craft Room on the main floor of Thomas Branigan Memorial Library, 200 E. Picacho Ave. May’s MedTalk will be about Hyperlipidemia (blood lipid profiles, cholesterol, and atherosclerosis)
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State program uncovers xylazine in fentanyl samples
The New Mexico Department of Health (NMHealth) has confirmed the presence of xylazine in three fentanyl samples tested through the state’s Adulterant Checking Program.
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SUNDAY WELLNESS SPECIAL: An Overview of Disability Resources
If you are disabled, you know it can be a challenge to find and understand the government benefits available to you. Once you qualify as disabled by the U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA) through their definition of disability, you can begin applying for benefits to help you and your family.
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New Mexico Youth Lead the Nation in Recreational Use of Marijuana.
Smart Approaches to Marijuana organization survey finds nearly 1 in 5 children between the ages of 12 and 17 has reported using marijuana.
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April 22-29 is National Infant Immunization Week
NMHealth encourages families to protect children from vaccine-preventable diseases.
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NMSU to host marrow registry drive May 2
New Mexico State University’s Office of Experiential Learning will host the Aggies Cure Drive benefitting the Gift of Life Marrow registry.
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Las Cruces Municipal Water System Meets EPA, PFAS Regulation
Las Cruces Utilities (LCU) – The City of Las Cruces water system currently meets the newly released National Primary Drinking Water Regulation (NPDWR) rule set by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for PFAS health standards.
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April is Alcohol Awareness Month
April is Alcohol Awareness Month. “As a state, we must address the root causes of alcohol-related deaths and prioritize prevention efforts to reverse this troubling trend,” said NMHealth Secretary Patrick Allen.
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APRIL 27th is NATIONAL PRESCRIPTION DRUG TAKE BACK DAY
Mark your calendars! The next National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is April 27, 2024, from 10am-2pm at locations nationwide.
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Dance the Night Away During Baila Las Cruces
Free Dance Lessons by Sol Ballroom at Plaza de Las Cruces
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NMSU public health professor receives national mentoring award
Elizabeth England-Kennedy, an assistant professor of public health at New Mexico State University, has received the 2024 Karen Denard Goldman Mentor Award from the Society for Public Health Education.
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Food and Drug Administration publishes April 2024 Update on PFAS
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is sharing updates on our activities to better understand Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) in the general food supply, including recent testing results, continuing efforts to supplement our PFAS data and monitoring activities, and an updated analytical method to measure PFAS.
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NMHealth recognizes STI Awareness Week and encourages safe sex habits
The New Mexico Department of Health (NMHealth) is encouraging residents to recognize Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Awareness Week and always practice safe sex.
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NMSU expands mental health resources through TimelyCare
The partnership is an extension of Aggie Health and Wellness Center resources, with a goal of improving student well-being, engagement and retention.
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Stay Alert! Snakes Active During Warmer Weather in Our Broader Community
As springtime temperatures warm, snakes emerge from their brumation and are more likely to cross paths with people and pets.
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End of Life Options
No matter your age there are decisions that need to be made to prepare for the end of your life.
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Las Cruces Municipal Water System Arsenic Level Calls and Questions
Las Cruces Utilities Department staff members have received numerous phone calls and questions from concerned citizens regarding arsenic levels in the Las Cruces Municipal Water System.