Lizer advocates for uranium exposure studies at Tribal consultation

DENVER, Colo. - Navajo Nation Vice President Myron Lizer and Navajo Nation Department of Health Executive Director Dr. Jill Jim attended the 2019 U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Regions 6, 7, and 8 Tribal Consultation Aug. 20 and 21 in Denver, Colo. to discuss budget and policy issues related to the Indian Health Service, National Institutes of Health, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, Administration for Children and Families, and the Administration for Community Living.

“The purpose of the consultation is to provide policy and budget...

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - The New Mexico Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association, will hold a walk in Gallup, Aug. 24. This is a chance for participants of all ages and abilities to join the fight against this disease. All citizens and media in Gallup and surrounding communities are invited to participate in the walk.

The Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the world’s largest event for raising awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research.

The walk will commence Aug. 24 at the Rio West Mall, 1300 W. Maloney Ave. Check-in begins at 8 am.

Participants can pre-register by contacting Nicolette Garcia, Interim Development Director, of the New Mexico Chapter of the Alzheimer’s...

2019 Governor’s New Mexico Distinguished Public Service Awards

Nominations for the 2019 Governor’s New Mexico Distinguished Public Service Awards are now being accepted and will culminate in a gala celebration banquet this fall in Albuquerque.  The deadline to nominate someone is Sept. 16.

The 49th annual program seeks out individuals to recognize not only unusual contributions to public service and the improvement of government at all levels, but also exceptional contributions to the community.

Six to eight individuals, plus a lifetime award recipient, are typically are chosen each year. They will be celebrated during a banquet Nov. 13 at the Marriott Pyramid in...

Investigation of vaping associated with lung disease

After a 29-year-old-man from Bernalillo County was diagnosed with a vaping-associated lung condition and three additional cases were placed under investigation, the New Mexico Department of Health has called on health care providers to report possible vaping associated lung disease cases to the Epidemiology and Response Division.

The four cases now under investigation in New Mexico all include use of vape cartridges, possibly containing Tetra hydro cannabinol. Similar cases have been reported in at least 14 other states.

All the cases under investigation have included hospitalization with severe breathing problems after vaping...