New Mexico warns mosquito season could stretch into fall
New Mexico health officials say mosquito season may last longer than usual this year, with West Nile virus risk potentially continuing into the fall.
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DACC to showcase free TimelyCare health services Aug. 26
DACC will host a TimelyCare event Aug. 26 at its Espina Campus to showcase free virtual medical and mental health services available to students.
Las Cruces explains water-reporting violations amid growing transparency concerns
Las Cruces Utilities says a drinking-water reporting violation stemmed from paperwork errors, as critics continue challenging the city’s handling of lead and galvanized pipes.
Heinrich bill would revive health career program as New Mexico faces worker shortage
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich is pushing to revive a federal health career training program as New Mexico faces a shortage of at least 5,000 health care workers.
New Mexico says childhood vaccine recommendations will remain unchanged
New Mexico health officials say the state will maintain its full childhood vaccination recommendations and continue using the American Academy of Pediatrics schedule as a guide.
Luján bill would make home-based care a mandatory Medicaid benefit
U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján is co-leading legislation that would make home and community-based services a mandatory Medicaid benefit and phase out waiting lists.
Assisted living grows more complex. Safeguards fall short.
A New Mexico In Depth investigation found weak oversight of assisted-living facilities statewide, including safety failures documented at Desert Peaks in Las Cruces.
New Mexico seeks public input on future PFAS protections for consumer products
New Mexico will hold an Aug. 18 webinar and open a public comment portal as officials review the state’s PFAS Protection Act and its exemptions.
Las Cruces cooling stations to remain open through Aug. 12
Las Cruces cooling stations will remain available through Aug. 12 as near-100-degree temperatures continue, with no locations open Sunday.
