New Mexico Department of Health

03/26/2026

Good oral health today supports better health tomorrow. Learn more at oralhealth.doh.nm.gov

03/26/2026

Una buena salud bucal hoy contribuye a una mejor salud mañana. Obtenga más información en oralhealth.doh.nm.gov

03/25/2026

Here are some behind-the scenes sneak peeks from our oral health video! Check out our Office of Oral Health video tomorrow (3/26) on NMDOH’s social platforms.

Looking for other resources for oral health education? Access our Oral Health Social Media Toolkit at oralhealth.doh.nm.gov.

03/24/2026

March 24, 2026 The New Mexico Forestry Division would like to update you on a wildfire that is requiring the attention of suppression resources in New Mexico. &nb…

03/24/2026

03/23/2026

03/23/2026

The April 1 deadline is quickly approaching. Sign up today!

Looking to live a healthier lifestyle?

We are looking for individuals aged 18+ that are interested in participating in our FREE, virtual National Diabetes Prevention Program. The year-long online program teaches participants the skills they need to prevent the onset of type 2 diabetes and will focus on healthy eating, getting active, and mental strategies for building healthier habits.

Click the following link to take the eligibility questionnaire and to receive additional information. The deadline to fill out the survey is April 1, 2026.

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03/19/2026

El número de casos de sarampión en Nuevo México ha aumentado a 13, todos vinculados a tres centros de detención en distintos condados.

Ocho casos se encuentran en el Centro de Detención del Condado de Luna, tres en el Centro de Detención del Condado de Doña Ana y dos en el Centro de Detención del Condado de Hidalgo. El Departamento de Salud de Nuevo México (NMDOH, por sus siglas en inglés) ha enviado brigadas de vacunación a las tres instalaciones para reducir el riesgo de una mayor propagación.

A medida que nos acercamos a la temporada de viajes, este es un buen momento para revisar sus registros de vacunación, incluyendo la vacuna contra el sarampión.

Quienes no estén seguros de su estado de vacunación pueden acceder a sus registros en vaxview.doh.nm.gov o comunicarse con la línea de ayuda del NMDOH al 1-833-SWNURSE (1-833-796-8773) para recibir orientación de enfermeras en inglés y español. También puede enviar sus preguntas por mensaje de texto al 66364 (NMDOH).

La semana pasada, los CDC reconocieron al NMDOH por sus mensajes al público y sus estrategias de vacunación durante el brote de sarampión en el estado en 2025, en el cual se reportaron 100 casos entre mediados de febrero y mediados de septiembre. Más de 60,000 personas recibieron la vacuna triple viral (MMR) durante ese período, lo que representa un aumento del 55% en comparación con el mismo periodo del año anterior.(Lea el informe MMWR de los CDC en: https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/75/wr/mm7509a1.htm)

03/19/2026

New Mexico's measles case count has risen to 13, all linked to three county detention centers.

Eight cases are in the Luna County Detention Center, three in the Dona Ana County Detention Center and two in the Hidalgo County Detention Center. NMDOH has sent vaccination crews to all three facilities to reduce the risk of further spread.

As we approach travel season, now’s a good time to check your vaccination records, including for measles.

Those who are unsure about their vaccination status can access vaccination records at vaxview.doh.nm.gov or through the NMDOH Helpline at 1-833-SWNURSE (1-833-796-8773) for guidance from nurses in English and Spanish. You can also text questions to 66364 (NMDOH).

The CDC last week commended NMDOH for its public messaging and vaccination strategies during the state's 2025 measles outbreak, in which 100 cases of measles were reported between mid-February and mid-September. More than 60,000 people got MMR shots during that time period - an increase of 55% over the same time period the previous year.

(Read the CDC's MMWR Report at https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/75/wr/mm7509a1.htm )

03/19/2026

💧 Community Meeting on Drinking Water – Sunland Park & Santa Teresa

Residents deserve safe, reliable drinking water. The New Mexico Environment Department is taking enforcement action and seeking community input on needed support and services.

📅 Tuesday, April 7
⏰ 6–8 PM
📍 DACC Sunland Park Center (Auditorium), 3365 McNutt Rd

Hear updates from NMED and the New Mexico Department of Health, followed by an open discussion on addressing arsenic exceedances in drinking water.

🗣 Spanish & ASL interpretation available

Your voice matters—help shape the path forward.

03/19/2026

03/18/2026

Candy isn’t the only food that can cause cavities. Chips, sticky sweets, and sugary drinks can all increase cavity risk.

Swapping in options like cheese, yogurt, and water helps protect growing smiles. Learn more at oralhealth.doh.nm.gov

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